Maria Arreola Castaneda
Greeley,CO
Summary
Childcare professional with specialized experience in fostering safe and nurturing environment for children. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Skilled in child development, behavior management, and effective communication with both children and parents. Dependable and results-driven, ensuring consistent, high-quality care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director
Boys & Girls Club of Weld County
08.2022 - Current
- Led teams of up to 11 personnel, supervising daily performance as well as training and improvement plans.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging staff to share innovative ideas and providing resources for professional development.
- Prioritized tasks and allocated resources appropriately to keep teams focused and productive.
- Assisted senior leadership in managing all aspects of operations.
- Managed daily administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, meal planning, and activity scheduling.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
Lead Staff
Boys & Girls Club of Weld County
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Facilitated cross-functional partnerships to harness valuable insights from different perspectives, ultimately enhancing overall project outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, providing valuable input on decision-making processes based on thorough data analysis.
- Optimized resource allocation to maximize output while minimizing costs in various projects.
- Built strong relationships with clients through transparent communication, resulting in long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Front Desk Receptionist
Boys & Girls Club of Weld County
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
Education
High School Diploma -
Greeley Central High School
Greeley, COMedical Assisting - Medical Field
Aims Community College
Greeley, CO05.2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Documentation and record keeping
- Child safety procedures
- First aid and CPR
- Project Management
- Strategic leadership
- Analytical Thinking
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Community Outreach
- Staff Scheduling
- Staff Development
- Staff Management
Certification
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Associate Director
Boys & Girls Club of Weld County
08.2022 - Current
Lead Staff
Boys & Girls Club of Weld County
05.2020 - 08.2022
Front Desk Receptionist
Boys & Girls Club of Weld County
05.2019 - 04.2020
- CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
High School Diploma -
Greeley Central High School
Medical Assisting - Medical Field
Aims Community College
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