Hi, I’m
Janice Laster Wallace
Social Worker
San Diego,CA
Summary
I actively engaged as a licensed Childcare provider from 1996-2020. I provided quality childcare as well as free transportation drop off and pick up from home or school and was open 24/7. My clients were from the ages of newborn -12 years of age. During that time I was also a foster mother with the agency name New Alternatives from 2008-2010.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO/Owner Agape Childcare
Childcare Provider
01.1996 - Current
Job overview
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
- Collaborated with fellow childcare providers for continuous improvements in curriculum planning and service quality.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines, promoting overall health among the children in care.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Promoted physical fitness by incorporating active play into daily schedules, encouraging healthy habits from an early age.
- Organized field trips to enhance experiential learning opportunities for children in various cultural settings.
- Facilitated naptime routines for toddlers to ensure adequate rest periods throughout the day for optimal growth and development.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending training workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current on best practices in childcare.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
Education
San Diego City College, San Diego, CA
Associate of Arts from Social Work
06.2025
University Overview
- Ranked in Top 100% of class
Mid City, San Diego, CA
GED
06.2025
Skills
- Care management
- Childcare
- Meal Preparation
- Field Trip Planning
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved homelessness which led to parent finding housing.
- Achieved positive results through effectively helping with being patient until mother was able to secure all her documents to enter into a shelter.
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Achieved certificates by completing several required courses with accuracy and efficiency.
Reading
I enjoy reading The Bible I was a licensed minister at Shiloh Temple Apostolic Church located at 5860 Market Street where I attended Bible Studies every Tuesday and Church every Sunday. I also preached there.
Additional Information
Pentacostal Assemblies Of The World (PAW)
Licensed Minister
Shiloh Temple Apostolic Church
5860 Market St.
San Diego, Ca. 92102
Timeline
Childcare Provider
CEO/Owner Agape Childcare
01.1996 - Current
San Diego City College
Associate of Arts from Social Work
Mid City
GED
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