Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
A little about me.
References
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Melissa Cure

Greeley,CO

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Director

KinderCare Learning Centers
Blue Springs, Missouri
07.2021 - Current
  • Managed daily workflow of personnel by assigning tasks, tracking progress and providing assistance when needed.
  • Maintained close relationships with parents and children while managing expectations.
  • Provided support in the recruitment and training of new staff members.
  • Supervised teachers providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
  • Managed communication between parents and center director.
  • Assisted in the coordination of special events, and visitors for the children.
  • Ordered all supplies for the center
  • Cooked all meals for the children. As well as ordering all food and cleaning supplies.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of Kindercare and state requirements.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Implemented teacher to child ratios per Kindercare and state standards.
  • Resolved parent concerns in a timely manner.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Responsible for giving medication to children.
  • Responsible for calling parents, for various reasons.
  • Responsible for signing accident and incident reports.
  • Responsible for Child Supervision Record (CSR) verification and filing.
  • Responsible for overseeing the food program, filing it every week, and sending it to the state.
  • Responsible for keeping the allergy list current and updated every two months.
  • Responsible for opening the center, as well as closing the center when needed.
  • Responsible for conducting fire and tornado drills.
  • Responsible for going to the center after hours in case of an emergency.
  • Set up interviews with potential new hires for the center director.
  • Set up tours for potential new students, as well as giving tours.
  • Can work in any classroom.
  • CPR and first aid trained.
  • Safe sleep trained.

Lead Infant Teacher/Third in Charge

KinderCare Learning Centers
Greenwood, IN
03.2019 - 07.2021
  • Assisted in transitioning new students into the classroom setting by creating individual plans based on their unique needs.
  • Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals served, naps taken. for each child.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations related to health standards such as hand washing procedures.
  • Provided a safe, nurturing environment in which children could learn and grow.
  • Encouraged language development through reading stories, singing songs, and playing games with the infants.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their children's behavior and overall well-being.
  • Created positive relationships with families by establishing open communication channels between home and school environments.
  • Established a variety of routines within the classroom setting such as circle time, snack time, story time.
  • Provided comfort and support during times of distress or illness when necessary.
  • Conducted regular assessments of each infant's skills in order to measure progress throughout the year.
  • Monitored each infant's growth and development on an individual basis.
  • Participated in parent meetings to discuss progress reports and any issues concerning their children's development.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate curricula for infants that incorporated both physical and cognitive activities.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities related to early childhood education.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Changed diapers, used bibs and monitored behaviors to maintain good hygiene for each child.
  • Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for children.
  • Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
  • Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • As third in charge.
  • Modified teaching strategies and techniques to meet the individual needs of children with diverse learning styles.
  • Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in order to maintain a safe learning environment for all students.
  • Collaborated with other teachers to plan lessons that would engage all ages of children in the classroom setting.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
  • Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
  • Escorted children on outings and trips to promote enrichment and maintain safety.
  • Fostered open and effective communication with parents regarding their children's development and daily activities.
  • Coordinated with co-teachers and staff to plan and execute school events and field trips.
  • Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.
  • Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
  • Prepared educational materials and resources that support curriculum objectives.
  • Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
  • Supervised children in classroom and playground settings, ensuring their safety and well-being.

Lead Infant

Learning Care Group
Beech Grove / Avon, IN
01.2018 - 03.2019

Education

High School Diploma -

Bryan Station Senior High
Lexington, KY
05-1988

Skills

  • Staff supervision
  • Employee training
  • Event coordination
  • Parent communication
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Supply management
  • Child supervision
  • Curriculum oversight
  • Parent engagement
  • Operational standards
  • Food program oversight
  • Safety protocols
  • Record keeping
  • Task delegation
  • Staff training
  • Multitasking capacity

A little about me.

I love working with children. I am a dedicated employee. I pride myself as always wiling to come early or stay late. I am known for always being early, I actually  would go in around 5:30-5:45 to prep my day not clocking in til 6:30.

I have maintained relationships with parents and their children for many years. I also have stayed in contact with most of my former directors as well as co teachers. I have built great relationships with them.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Director

KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2021 - Current

Lead Infant Teacher/Third in Charge

KinderCare Learning Centers
03.2019 - 07.2021

Lead Infant

Learning Care Group
01.2018 - 03.2019

High School Diploma -

Bryan Station Senior High
Melissa Cure