Maria Ruiz
Springfield,VA
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with 14 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Virginia licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Day Care Director
American Day School
Alexandria, VA
11.2010 - 04.2022
- Recruited, selected and retained quality administrators, teachers and support staff.
- Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Managed, observed and evaluated lead teachers, teacher assistants and kitchen staff.
- Identified signs of potential emotional or developmental concerns in children and brought to parent or guardian attention.
- Communicated with owners, board members and support team concerning personnel matters.
- Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
- Interviewed [Number] parents and children for enrollment.
- Operated [Type] school in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
- Conducted trainings and mentored staff, consistently improving performance.
- Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities and liaised with teachers to create fun and engaging learning experiences.
- Recruited, selected and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- 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.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Evaluated staff and offered guidance to enhance knowledge, skills and professional development to optimize learning environment.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
- Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
Pre-School Teacher
American Day School
Alexandria, VA
01.2009 - 11.2010
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Assisted and supervised 20 children through entire school day.
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
- Organized and facilitated monthly parent support group meetings.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Identified signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and reported to parents.
Education
Child Development Associate - Child Development Associate
The Council For Professional Recognition
Virginia04.2010
Skills
- Instructional Strategies
- Employee Evaluation
- Problem-Solving Techniques
- Client Needs Assessment
- Office Meetings
- Customer Satisfaction
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Recreational Activities
- Document Organization
- Classroom Observation
- Clerical Skills
Certification
CPR & First Aid
MAT Trained
Daily Health Observation Training
Timeline
Day Care Director
American Day School
11.2010 - 04.2022
Pre-School Teacher
American Day School
01.2009 - 11.2010
Child Development Associate - Child Development Associate
The Council For Professional Recognition
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