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Katherine Ruiz Vargas

ALLENTOWN,PA

Summary

Offers extensive knowledge of child development and education. Skilled in creating and managing programs to create safe, secure and nurturing environment for children. Experienced in successful staff management and program development. Driven Child Care Administrator oversees operation and instructional leadership at daycare and preschool facilities. Trains and supervises staff, sets instructional objectives and builds rapport with parents. Brings 8 years of experience in roles of similar capacity.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Director

Little Angels Daycare Facility
09.2016 - Current
  • Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
  • Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
  • Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
  • Developed relationships with community organizations to provide additional resources and services to families.
  • Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
  • Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
  • Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
  • Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
  • Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.

Teacher Leader

Butterfly Learning Center
03.2014 - 07.2016
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Conducted evaluations to measure performance and progress of students, providing guidance for areas requiring improvement.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Grand Canyon High School
Grand Canyon, AZ
12.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA
05.2021

Skills

  • Staff Hiring
  • Administrative Functions
  • Staff Management
  • Event Planning
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Enrollment Procedures
  • Team Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Childcare Director

Little Angels Daycare Facility
09.2016 - Current

Teacher Leader

Butterfly Learning Center
03.2014 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Grand Canyon High School

Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education

Lehigh Carbon Community College
Katherine Ruiz Vargas