Certifications
Maureen Camara
Somerset,Ma
Summary
Summer Camp Director effective at organizing materials, lesson plans and staff to manage needs of 95 weekly campers. Planner of all activities and effectively led engaging programs with robust schedules of instruction, physical activity, and rest. Multitalented manager with solid history of success with all children.
Passionate about providing every camper with positive and memorable experience. Eager to devote resources and energy toward all students and help each thrive in warm, welcoming and safe environment. Excellent interpersonal, multitasking and prioritization skills.
Overview
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Certifications
Work History
Childcare/Summer Camp Director
YMCA Southcoast
Swansea, MA
03.2016 - Current
- Organized and supervised staff training sessions.
- Enforced rules to promote positive behavior among children under care.
- Developed, implemented and monitored policies and procedures to ensure the safety of all children in care.
- Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Reviewed licensing regulations regularly to maintain compliance standards.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences as needed.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Provided guidance for parents on child development issues.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss strategies for improving quality of childcare services.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children by providing appropriate supervision of their activities.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, health information and developmental progress.
- Coordinated daily activities such as meals, rest periods, outdoor playtime and learning activities.
- Collaborated with other professionals including teachers, social workers and nutritionists to coordinate services for children in need.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
Preschool Paraprofessional
Town of Somerset
Somerset, MA
09.1999 - 03.2016
- Maintained clean, well-kept classroom to encourage children to create, explore and play with confidence.
- Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch and breaks.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and brought up problems to parents.
- Collaborated with teachers to create individualized education plans for special needs students.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Assisted with the implementation of school-wide initiatives designed to improve student achievement.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to teach preschool-aged children basic academic, social, and motor skills.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Organized field trips to promote educational experiences outside of the classroom setting.
- Provided individualized instruction for students with special needs or learning disabilities.
- Supported lead teacher with daily classroom activities.
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
- Helped develop positive behavior management techniques for the classroom setting.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by constantly monitoring their activities and intervening as necessary.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules and maintain safety.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
James Madison University
01-2007
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA01-2006
High School Diploma -
BMC Durfee Hiogh School
Fall River, MA06-1981
Skills
- Field Trip Planning
- Parent Relationship Management
- Supply Ordering
- Team Development
- Activity Planning
- Classroom Instruction
- Staff Management
- Budget Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff Training
- Computer Skills
Certification
- EEC Lead Teacher
- EEC Teacher
- EEC Director I
- EEC Director II
Timeline
Childcare/Summer Camp Director
YMCA Southcoast
03.2016 - Current
Preschool Paraprofessional
Town of Somerset
09.1999 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education
James Madison University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
High School Diploma -
BMC Durfee Hiogh School
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