Megan Marie Watkins
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Qualified with proven background in child care and early childhood education. Facilitated engaging activities that promote developmental growth and foster safe, nurturing environment. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with children and parents, while managing classroom dynamics with empathy and patience. Child care professional committed to fostering nurturing and educational environment for children. Extensive experience in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities that support emotional, social, and cognitive development. Highly reliable, adaptable to varying needs, and excels in collaborative team settings. Known for strong communication skills and compassionate approach to child care. Goal-oriented professional well-versed in operational practices and regulatory requirements of safe environments. Skilled leader and analytical problem-solver well-versed in budget planning, staff oversight and program management. Skillfully use relationship-building talents and diplomatic communication style to forge long-lasting connections.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Care Facilitator Owner
Little Moon Child Care
12.2023 - Current
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, dramatic play activities, and other imaginative outlets for selfexpression.
- Promoted language development with storytelling, songs, and engaging conversations during daily routines.
- Improved children''s cognitive skills with interactive learning games, puzzles, and hands-on experiences.
- Fostered a sense of community within the classroom by facilitating group projects that encouraged teamwork cooperation among peers.
- Monitored meal times to ensure proper nutrition while accommodating individual dietary restrictions or allergies where needed.
- Collaborated with fellow facilitators on planning engaging thematic units that aligned with the center''s educational philosophy.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between daily activities by employing clear communication strategies and consistent routines.
- Boosted children''s physical growth by organizing fun outdoor activities and regular exercise sessions.
- Contributed to the overall well-being of children through administering basic first aid when necessary and monitoring health concerns closely.
- Utilized various assessment tools to accurately measure each child''s developmental progress and adapt teaching strategies accordingly.
- Coordinated special events such as field trips, holiday celebrations, and parent-teacher conferences to create a well-rounded educational experience for all children involved.
- Supported the individual needs of each child by providing personalized care plans tailored to their unique strengths and challenges.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to promote respect among peers.
- Guided children in developing problem-solving skills through structured games, role-playing scenarios, and teachable moments throughout the day.
- Enhanced children''s social and emotional development by implementing age-appropriate activities and group interactions.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive in, conducting regular safety checks of play areas and equipment.
- Assisted parents in developing effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors through open communication and collaboration.
- Established strong relationships with families by maintaining ongoing communication about their child''s progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
- Documented daily observations of each child''s progress to inform future lesson plans more effectively catered to individual needs.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain and improve professional competence.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
Refinery
Intertek Testing Services
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Increased cost savings through diligent budget management, optimizing resource allocation, and minimizing waste generation.
- Performed inspections to determine quality of final product.
- Identified material correctly for casting, oxidization, warehousing and shipment.
- Facilitated seamless shift handovers through proper documentation practices improving communication between teams working different shifts.
- Operated forklift, bander and small crane to cast and move lead product.
- Established key performance metrics for continuous evaluation of team effectiveness leading to improved productivity rates over time.
- Achieved environmental sustainability goals with stringent waste reduction efforts and energy conservation initiatives.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to implement innovative solutions that enhanced overall plant performance.
- Led incident investigations to identify root causes for operational issues, ensuring corrective actions were taken to prevent future occurrences.
- Reduced downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
- Conducted regular audits of refinery systems guaranteeing adherence to industry best practices ultimately enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Managed cross-functional teams for effective coordination and communication within the refinery operations.
- Poured counterweights, skimmed lead products and hooked up lead pumps.
- Streamlined work processes with the introduction of automation tools, reducing manual errors and increasing productivity.
- Developed skilled workforce by providing mentoring, coaching, and on-the-job training to employees.
- Operated forklift and jockey truck to scale, identify and load shipments of finished lead product.
- Ensured regulatory compliance in all operational aspects, minimizing risk exposure and potential fines.
- Oversaw emergency response planning which included developing contingency plans for potential incidents such as fires or hazardous material spills.
- Managed vendor relationships ensuring timely delivery of raw materials crucial for uninterrupted operations of facilities.
Child Care Leader
Odyssey Early Learning
06.2015 - 01.2020
- Promoted a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining cleanliness standards and enforcing safety guidelines.
- Improved communication between parents and staff by organizing regular meetings and updates on children''s progress.
- Managed daily operations of the childcare facility, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient staff performance.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by regularly evaluating program effectiveness and implementing necessary changes for better outcomes.
- Collaborated with other educators to create engaging lesson plans that catered to each child''s unique needs.
- Established effective communication lines between staff, parents, and children, ensuring transparency and promoting positive relationships.
- Supported children''s emotional well-being through compassionate listening skills and personalized strategies for coping with stress or conflict situations.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in childcare, creating a knowledgeable and competent team to provide exceptional care for all children.
- Enhanced child development by implementing creative and age-appropriate activities.
- Assessed individual child needs, creating tailored care plans to support their development effectively.
- Monitored children''s health status by conducting regular wellness checks and promptly addressing any concerns with parents or medical professionals if needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Broady Lee Academy
San Antonio, TX05-2013
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Parent-teacher relations
- Positive Reinforcement
- Observation and Assessment
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child development expertise
- Curriculum Planning
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Literacy and numeracy support
- Nutrition knowledge
- Childcare Regulations
- Physical Activity Promotion
- First-aid and CPR
- Special needs experience
- Organizational abilities
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Teacher Training
- Staff Monitoring
Certification
- TABC Certified
- BLS Certification
- Autodesk Certified Professional (ACP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Salesforce Certified Administrator
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certification
Personal Information
Authorized To Work: US
Timeline
Child Care Facilitator Owner
Little Moon Child Care
12.2023 - Current
Refinery
Intertek Testing Services
01.2020 - 12.2023
Child Care Leader
Odyssey Early Learning
06.2015 - 01.2020
High School Diploma -
Broady Lee Academy
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