Jona Garza
San Benito,TX
Summary
Childcare Director with 20 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. As a Childcare Director creating bonds and strong communication with parent and child was one of the most crucial necessities for managing a childcare center. Overseeing staff and operations to meet Texas Licensing Minimum Standards and various contracts requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Center Director
LIttle Disciples Daycare
12.2006 - 11.2024
- Developed and implemented curriculum enhancing early childhood education standards.
- Supervised staff, fostering professional development and ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Managed daily operations, optimizing resource allocation for efficient center functionality.
- Established strong relationships with families, promoting open communication and community engagement.
Medical Legal Death Investigator
Cameron County Health Department
01.2017 - 09.2021
- Conducted thorough investigations into deaths to determine cause and manner.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and medical staff to gather comprehensive evidence.
- Documented findings meticulously in reports for legal and health department use.
- Ensured adherence to state regulations regarding death investigation protocols.
- Collaborated with forensic pathologists to analyze post-mortem findings and integrate results into comprehensive investigative reports.
Adult Mental Health Case Manager
Rio Grande State Center
02.2005 - 11.2006
- Monitored operational processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and facilities to identify maintenance needs and potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall efficiency and productivity.
- Developed and implemented tracking systems to improve incident reporting accuracy and response times.
- Led initiatives to enhance training programs, resulting in improved adherence to operational protocols.
Education
No Degree - Biology
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX01-2005
No Degree - Biology
University Texas of Brownsville
Brownsville,08-2004
Skills
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher relations
- Staff management
- Child development
- Curriculum planning
- Safety regulations compliance
- Professional ethics
- Staff hiring
- Child development expertise
- Administrative functions
- Program assessment
- Cost-effective programming
- Marketing and communications
- Compliance procedures
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Team building
- Child advocacy
- Support teachers
- Communication skills
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Medical Legal Death Investigator
Cameron County Health Department
01.2017 - 09.2021
Childcare Center Director
LIttle Disciples Daycare
12.2006 - 11.2024
Adult Mental Health Case Manager
Rio Grande State Center
02.2005 - 11.2006
No Degree - Biology
Texas State Technical College
No Degree - Biology
University Texas of Brownsville