Melisa Arias
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dynamic daycare professional with extensive experience at Tender Hearts Daycare, excelling in team leadership and curriculum development. Proven ability to enhance child engagement through strategic planning and effective communication. Recognized for fostering positive relationships with parents and staff, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting a collaborative environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager Daycare Teacher
Tender Hearts Daycare
Omaha, NE
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented daily schedules to enhance child engagement and learning.
- Managed staff training programs to ensure compliance with safety and educational standards.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents through regular communication and feedback sessions.
- Oversaw classroom activities, ensuring adherence to curriculum guidelines and developmental milestones.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Mentored new staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on child development best practices.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Assistant Manager Daycare Tacher
Twins Daycare
Omaha, NE
01.2019 - 2023
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to childcare regulations and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum to enhance children's learning experiences.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on quality care.
- Managed communication between parents and staff, addressing concerns and promoting positive relationships.
- Conducted regular assessments of children's progress, adapting programs to meet individual needs.
- Oversaw inventory management of supplies, ensuring availability for daily activities and compliance with health standards.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain store cleanliness and organization.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to employees.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring safe environment for both staff and customers.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social development.
Daycare Teacher
Willow Tree Daycare
Omaha, NE
05.2015 - 12.2017
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for diverse learners.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions among children.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental milestones and address concerns.
- Organized educational activities that aligned with early childhood curriculum standards.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Omaha, NESkills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff training and development
- Task delegation
- Complex Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Operations management
- Project planning
- Emergency response
- Expense tracking
- Inventory management
- Work prioritization
Accomplishments
- Translated for spanish speaking parents and guardians to empower them in childcare choices and childcare options.
- Increased new enrollment and return enrollment by 15.
- Managed classroom of 4, 6, 10, 12, children ages 6 months to 10, maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Earned highest parent evaluations among peers in Tender Hearts Daycare.
Certification
- Licensed Daycare Teacher
- State classes for Daycare
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Manager Daycare Teacher
Tender Hearts Daycare
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager Daycare Tacher
Twins Daycare
01.2019 - 2023
Daycare Teacher
Willow Tree Daycare
05.2015 - 12.2017
High School Diploma -
Central High School