Kimberly Pobuda
Monticello,MN
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Lead
Monticello School District
Monticello, MN
05.2022 - Current
- Managed daily operations of the childcare center, including overseeing staff and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the center to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
- Provided guidance, support, and training to teachers on classroom management strategies, curriculum development, and teaching methods.
- Ensured all necessary paperwork is completed accurately and submitted in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, meals served, medical records, incident reports.
- Assisted in recruiting qualified personnel to work at the childcare center as needed.
- Oversaw staff performance evaluations and provided feedback when necessary.
- Handled customer service inquiries from parents regarding their children's needs or experiences at the center.
- Facilitated communication between teachers about curriculum changes or updates.
- Organized special events such as field trips or holiday celebrations for children at the center.
- Provided guidance to teachers on how to deal with behavioral issues among young children.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members if needed.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
Paraprofessional
Spectrum High School
Elk River, Minnesota
09.2019 - 05.2022
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
Infant Nanny
Arcaro Family
Osseo, Minnesota
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Assisted parents in establishing and maintaining routines for the infant, including feeding, bathing, and bedtime.
- Provided stimulating activities to encourage physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Monitored the infant's daily activities such as eating, sleeping patterns, hygiene habits.
- Maintained a safe environment by following all safety protocols set by parents or guardians.
- Observed developmental milestones and reported any concerns to parents immediately.
- Helped infants develop motor skills through various activities like crawling, walking.
Lead Preschool Teacher
Cradle Club
Maple Grove, Minnesota
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Organized and maintained a safe learning environment for children, including supervision of indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Assisted in developing lesson plans that incorporated reading, writing, math, science and art into daily activities.
- Provided individualized instruction to each student based on their needs and interests.
- Planned and implemented developmentally appropriate activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual and social needs of children.
- Ensured compliance with all state regulations related to preschool education standards.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding student progress, behavioral issues or any other concerns they may have had about their child's well-being.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences when needed in order to discuss student progress or areas needing improvement.
- Mentored new teachers within the program by providing feedback on teaching methods or strategies used in the classroom.
- Participated in team meetings with administrators to review curriculum objectives or discuss school policies.
Licensed Family Childcare Provider
Self Employee
Big Lake, Minnesota
09.2013 - 02.2015
- Maintained safe, clean and organized environment for children to learn and play in.
- Provided nurturing care to infants and toddlers, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
- Organized educational activities such as art projects, music, storytime, outdoor play and field trips for preschoolers.
- Developed age-appropriate activities that promote physical, social, emotional and cognitive development of young children.
- Assisted with the preparation of nutritious meals and snacks for children according to their dietary needs.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing standards by creating lesson plans and maintaining accurate records of attendance.
- Created positive relationships with parents through open communication about their child's daily activities.
- Supervised up to 10 children at a time while providing individual attention when needed.
- Observed and documented each child's progress on an ongoing basis.
- Attended trainings related to early childhood education topics in order stay current on best practices.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Big Lake High School
Big Lake, Minnesota06-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Minnesota School of Business
Elk River, MNSkills
- Operations Management
- Personnel Oversight
- Security awareness
- Facility Inspection
- Site Safety
- Team Supervision
- Safety Management
- Scheduling expertise
- Staff Management
- Site coordination
Timeline
Site Lead
Monticello School District
05.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Spectrum High School
09.2019 - 05.2022
Infant Nanny
Arcaro Family
02.2018 - 09.2019
Lead Preschool Teacher
Cradle Club
02.2015 - 02.2018
Licensed Family Childcare Provider
Self Employee
09.2013 - 02.2015
High School Diploma -
Big Lake High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Minnesota School of Business