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Maria R. Ozuna

McFarland,CA

Summary

Background includes managing teams of childcare professionals focused on caring for kids ages to 3 to 5. Proficient in leading full-time schedules. Knowledgeable daycare leader with in-depth understanding of program management, budget administration and emergency planning. Hardworking and decisive with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict management skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Center Director

Community Action Partnership Of San Luis Obispo County
Delano , CA
1998.08 - Current
  • Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
  • Recruited and developed solid team of professionals to care for up to 52 children each day.
  • Led and motivated young people from diverse backgrounds, fostering improved job and social skills.
  • Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
  • Developed and implemented emergency response plans for disasters, security issues and injuries.
  • Promoted positive company image and established reputation as provider of choice for educational programs in greater community.
  • Trained new employees on proper protocols and customer service standards.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.

Education

Master of Science - Organizational Leadership

Union Institute & University
Cincinnati, OH
08.2018

Associate of Applied Science - Child Adolescents And Family Studies

California State University - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA
11.2008

Skills

  • Originality and Creativity
  • Human Resources Oversight
  • Management Training
  • Business Leadership
  • Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
  • Training and Coaching
  • Focus and Follow-Through
  • Records Organization and Management
  • Childcare Expertise
  • Licensing Requirements

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Center Director

Community Action Partnership Of San Luis Obispo County
1998.08 - Current

Master of Science - Organizational Leadership

Union Institute & University

Associate of Applied Science - Child Adolescents And Family Studies

California State University - Bakersfield
Maria R. Ozuna