Laura Briceno Hernandez

Training educators to successfully obtain their Family Child Care licenses, contributing an increase in licensed providers within the community.

Developed culturally relevant and tailored materials that helped Latino educators better understand licensing requirements and navigate the process with confidence.

Created a mentorship program that paired new family child care providers with experienced educators, leading improvement in first-year success rates for newly licensed providers.

Provided guidance to educators on securing business loans, grants, or scholarships, enabling them to launch or expand their Family Child Care programs.

Hosted workshops and information sessions, educating Latino educators on best practices for child care, compliance, and maintaining high-quality standards in their programs.

Supported educators in passing key licensing exams and inspections, ensuring they meet all regulatory and quality standards for Family Child Care programs.

Provided continuous support and follow-up to help educators overcome challenges in their journey to obtaining their license, including troubleshooting issues with paperwork, inspections, or compliance.

• Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with industry best practices.
• Established positive relationships with families based on trust, professionalism, and mutual respect for successful partnership in child care provision.
• Created an inclusive atmosphere by respecting cultural diversity and addressing specific needs pertaining to language barriers or special considerations among children under care.
• Utilized continuous professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education for enhanced service quality.
• Promoted social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development in children with diverse activities tailored to individual needs.
• Improved parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication lines and providing regular updates on child progress.
• Attended networking events and conferences within the childcare industry to maintain professional connections and stay informed about new trends, policies, or resources relevant to family childcare provision.