MARIA DENISSE CALDERON
Alhambra,CA
Summary
Experienced educator with solid background in managing on-site operations, ensuring assignments timelines are met. Expert in coordinating teams and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Site Supervisor Manager
JOY'S CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER
La Puente, CA
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained the overall goals and objectives of the Child Care Center.
- Provided clear communication to team members regarding goals, expectations, and individual responsibilities within the project scope.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure team preparedness in case of emergencies, prioritizing worker well-being.
- Recruited and recommended staff replacement to the director/owner before vacancies occur.
- Conducted staff performance evaluation 90 days and annually.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Facilitated training programs for new hires, enhancing team skill sets and performance.
- Enrolled children into the program and create a plan of action to increase enrollment in each site.
- Kept children's files and staff's files up to date and maintained them annually or as needed.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Provided onsite training to help develop employee skills.
- Conducted staff weekly meetings and when emergency occurs (as needed).
- Developed and implemented conflict resolution procedures.
- Conducted all assessments, planned monthly center activities/events, managed classroom schedules and health & safety requirements.
- Conducted parent meetings, orientations, and open houses.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Maintained license requirements for the building.
- Completed Monthly CACFP Claims Preparation.
- Completed Daily Meal Production Records.
- Maintained CCTR enrollment files and children's records, keeping files up to date and current.
- Maintained Program Quality- DRDP, ITERS/ECERS, ASQ, Title 5 Regulations.
- Maintained open communication with families and staff.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
- Improved employee morale through consistent leadership support, fostering a positive working environment conducive to productivity.
Site Supervisor- Indiana Site
PLAZA COMMUNITY SERVICES
Los Angeles, CA
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Developed and monitored center and staff schedules.
- Established effective relationships and communicated, both internally and externally, with people of all backgrounds and organizational levels.
- Established and fostered a team approach and coordination of services and shared resources among centers.
- Worked with staff and parents to plan and coordinated Family Engagement Events.
- Oversee implementation of infant toddler or preschool curriculum, and ensured curriculum fidelity, and led teamwork to maintain quality rating by QRIS, including ITERS, ECERS and CLASS.
- Monitored and coordinated lesson plans, child assessments, DRDP, parent teacher conferences, needs and service plans, and school readiness goals in all center classrooms.
- Conducted monthly safety checks, fire drills and safety meetings.
- Investigated any child or staff incidents, assuring all forms were completed and notified the appropriate authorities and/or supervisor.
- Contributed to the collection and edit processes of correct documentation for the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP).
- Participated in training opportunities, state sponsored meetings and committees and task forces as appropriate.
- Worked with staff and parents to plan and coordinated Family Engagement Events.
- Monitored and complied with applicable local, state and federal rules, regulations and standards as well as with any state and federal contracts, health, safety and licensing regulations.
- Planned for and equipped indoor and outdoor areas to meet children's developmental and safety needs.
- Monitored staff attendance, collected, verified and signed all staff timesheets and leave requests.
- Monitored employee on-site file requirements and kept them secure in locked files.
- Participated in parent teacher conferences.
- Assisted in the fiscal management of the center by monitoring financial records, expenditures and accounts payable and receivable in a timely manner.
CDS FCCHEN Program
PLAZA COMMUNITY SERVICES
Los Angeles, CA
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted case management and evaluated progress of each FCC provider.
- Assisted FCC providers with appropriate curriculum.
- Provided technical assistance and support to enhance the development of FCC providers, through monthly on-site visits/virtual calls.
- Supported the professional development of FCC providers through presenting, facilitating, and/or coordinating training.
- Acted as a resource for FCC providers on child development, quality childcare, and professional development, as well as other related areas of need.
- Conducted case management and evaluated progress of each FCC provider.
- Assisted FCC providers with appropriate curriculum.
- Shared feedback and information and helped reflect on progress.
- Maintained current and accurate information on licensing requirements and implemented accordingly.
- Attended the monthly Education Committee Meeting and served as the notetaker.
Toddler Lead Teacher
PLAZA COMMUNITY SERVICES
Los Angeles, CA
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Supervised, monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of children at all times.
- Planned and implemented the daily curriculum and schedule.
- Supervised teacher assistants and substitutes.
- Assisted supervisor as needed and assumed some responsibilities when supervisor is not present.
- Performed care-related duties such as preparing meals, eating family-style, and assisting with rest periods with children.
- Recorded child information and completed classroom forms and kept those forms up to date.
- Completed DRDP and maintained portfolios.
- Attended professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Conducted Parent-teacher conferences and administered ASQs questionnaires.
Early Head Start Teacher II
YOUTH POLICY INSTITUTE
Los Angeles, CA
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided effective and nurturing teacher-child interactions.
- Ensured effective curriculum implementation and use of assessment data.
- Promoted children's progress across the standards described in the Head Start Early Learning Outcomes Framework: Ages Birth to Five and applicable state early learning and development standards, including for children with disabilities and dual language learners, as appropriate.
- Assisted parents in identifying personal goals, developing leadership skills and planning career moves.
- Assisted inter students to develop their professional talents and strengths while working in the classroom with teachers and students.
- Supervised assistants during the small group activities and outdoor play.
- Coached and mentored assigned students by utilizing research-based effective teaching strategies.
- Maintained professionalism and a team structure; served as a role model for staff, children and parents.
- Conducted Parent-teacher conferences and administered ASQs questionnaires.
Early Intervention Specialist
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Azusa, CA
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided home-based early intervention for children birth to 3 years old based on the developmental needs of the child.
- Elaborated lesson plans according to their developmental needs.
- Empowered families to incorporate support strategies into their daily routines which will maximize the child's ability to participate in their environment.
Personal Care Assistant
RIGHT AT HOME
Pasadena, CA
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Provided various personal care and related paraprofessional services in accordance with an established plan of care.
- Provided for the personal needs and comfort of patients in their homes.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments.
Floater Teacher
PASADENA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Pasadena, CA
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Encouraged the maximum intellectual, social/emotional and physical growth and development of each child through language and curriculum.
- Assisted teachers in a collaborative model of co-teaching, observation, and lesson planning to analyze and reflect on practice, promote quality instruction and positively impact student learning.
- Assisted child development coaches during the elaboration of training for staff and participated during staff meetings as well.
- Implemented and planned developmentally appropriate activities to build skills in literacy, numeracy and cognition through large and small group activities.
- Recorded students and program data completely in an online database on a daily basis.
- Conducted parent/teacher conferences and participated during IEP meetings.
Early Childhood Educator
CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER/HOPE STREET FAMILY CENTER
Los Angeles, CA
02.2015 - 06.2017
- Documented learning experiences through use of weekly anecdotal notes, organization of classroom logs, and children's work samples.
- Assisted students to build strong social-emotional, intellectual, and physical skills.
- Ensured effective implementation of written Creative Curriculum plan.
- Conducted parent/teacher conferences and home visits.
- Participated during IEP meetings and monthly staff meetings as well.
- Supervised assistant teachers and provided teaching strategies as needed.
Preschool Associate Teacher
PLAZA DE LA RAZA CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.
Whittier, CA
11.2010 - 02.2015
- Planned and conducted lesson plans based on Creative Curriculum.
- Conducted home visits and parent/teacher conferences.
- Communicated daily with parents on a daily basis.
- Assisted children with basic needs and promoted activities that facilitated them to develop their social-emotional and cognitive skills.
- Participated during monthly staff meetings by giving presentations on different topics such as school readiness and parent involvement.
Child Life Student
WHITE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
Los Angeles, CA
02.2009 - 05.2009
- Collaborated with Child Life Specialists during physical therapies with patients.
- Concluded assessments of patients.
- Performed activities with patients in the playroom.
- Provided emotional support to patients and parents during hospitalization.
Assistant Teacher
CHILDREN'S CENTER AT CALTECH
Pasadena, CA
02.2008 - 05.2008
- Arranged indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skills activities, and safety.
- Assisted to children's basic needs.
- Observed children's performance, behavior, social development, and emotional development, such as game, arts and crafts and storytelling.
- Conducted activities from lesson plans under teacher's directions.
Education
Masters in Public Administration - Public Administration
Brandman University
Irvine, CA06-2019
Master of Arts - Leadership in Early Childhood Education
Brandman University
Irvine, CA12-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA05-2010
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Center of Technology And Industrial No. 1
Mexico City06-2000
Skills
- Communicate clearly and effectively
- Strong problem solver
- Team collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Knowledge of CCTR State Funded Program and CSPP Program
- Knowledge of Title 22 and Title 5 Guidelines
- Knowledge of CACFP Food Program
- Knowledge of environmental assessments and class assessments
- Coordinate and conduct Professional Development Trainings
- Empathy, patience and positive attitude
Certification
- Child Development Program Director Permit 03/01/2028, California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
- Mandated Reporter Certificate - 01/20/2025
- Preventive Health and Safety Training Course 02/16/2024
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Site Supervisor Manager
JOY'S CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER
01.2024 - 03.2025
Site Supervisor- Indiana Site
PLAZA COMMUNITY SERVICES
05.2022 - 11.2024
CDS FCCHEN Program
PLAZA COMMUNITY SERVICES
01.2021 - 05.2022
Toddler Lead Teacher
PLAZA COMMUNITY SERVICES
08.2019 - 01.2021
Early Head Start Teacher II
YOUTH POLICY INSTITUTE
11.2018 - 06.2019
Early Intervention Specialist
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
09.2018 - 12.2018
Personal Care Assistant
RIGHT AT HOME
06.2018 - 12.2018
Floater Teacher
PASADENA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2017 - 05.2018
Early Childhood Educator
CALIFORNIA HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER/HOPE STREET FAMILY CENTER
02.2015 - 06.2017
Preschool Associate Teacher
PLAZA DE LA RAZA CHILD DEVELOPMENT SERVICES, INC.
11.2010 - 02.2015
Child Life Student
WHITE MEMORIAL MEDICAL CENTER
02.2009 - 05.2009
Assistant Teacher
CHILDREN'S CENTER AT CALTECH
02.2008 - 05.2008
Masters in Public Administration - Public Administration
Brandman University
Master of Arts - Leadership in Early Childhood Education
Brandman University
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Center of Technology And Industrial No. 1