Misty Brown
Conroe
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with experience in developing age-appropriate educational activities, and providing emotional support. Known for creating nurturing environments and building strong relationships with families to enhance children's social and emotional growth. Director with a proven ability to streamline childcare operations and ensure regulatory compliance. Passionate about developing educational activities and fostering positive community engagement. Compassionate leader skilled in staff supervision and regulatory compliance within childcare settings. Successfully organized community engagement events to promote family involvement and support, ensuring a safe and inclusive atmosphere for children's development.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
The Depot Learning Center
Conroe
08.2024 - Current
- Streamlined daily operations of childcare programs, optimizing scheduling and resource allocation.
- Developed age-appropriate educational activities, fostering social and emotional growth in children.
- Ensured adherence to state regulations and safety standards within the facility.
- Supervised staff performance, delivering training on best practices for effective childcare.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and addressed developmental needs.
- Organized community engagement events to encourage family involvement and support.
- Maintained inventory, managing purchases to ensure efficient supply levels at the daycare center.
- Created an inclusive environment promoting children's social and emotional development.
Foster Care Provider
Foster Care
Conroe
05.2014 - Current
- Provided daily care and supervision for children in foster placements.
- Coordinated with social workers to ensure compliance with care plans.
- Facilitated communication between children and their biological families.
- Maintained accurate records of children's progress and daily activities.
- Organized recreational activities to promote social skills and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers for medical appointments and needs.
- Implemented safety protocols to create a secure living environment for children.
- Maintained accurate records of progress made by each child in the foster care system.
- Provided foster care services to children in need of a safe and nurturing environment.
- Adhered to state policies regarding licensing requirements and regulations related to foster care services.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to foster care services.
- Assisted in developing life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, job searching.
- Attended court hearings when necessary to advocate for the best interests of the children.
- Assisted in completing homework assignments and school projects to support child's education.
- Monitored the physical and mental health of children in the foster care system.
- Facilitated meetings with social workers, teachers, therapists, and other professionals as needed.
- Worked collaboratively with other providers within the community network on behalf of children in need.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations while working with families in crisis.
- Organized social events for children to interact with one another outside of the home setting.
- Created daily schedules that incorporated educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
- Educated parents on how best to support their children's development both at home and school.
- Provided emotional support for all individuals involved in the fostering process.
- Monitored and supported children's academic progress, including homework assistance and coordination with schools.
- Advocated for children's educational and special needs, ensuring access to resources and support services.
- Administered medication and provided first aid care as needed, adhering to healthcare guidelines.
- Fostered positive relationships with biological families, facilitating visits and communication where appropriate.
- Utilized conflict resolution techniques to manage disputes and promote a harmonious living situation.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to encourage positive behaviors and personal growth.
- Encouraged positive social interactions and modeled respectful behavior to teach empathy and cooperation.
- Coordinated with social services and child welfare agencies to facilitate placements and transitions.
- Managed household tasks including meal preparation, laundry, and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Facilitated access to medical, dental, and mental health services, ensuring children's health needs were met.
- Provided safe, nurturing, and stable environment for foster children, ensuring their well-being.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
- Participated in ongoing training to maintain license and enhance knowledge of relevant mental health topics.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
Education
Port Neches-Groves High School
Port Neches, TX05-1992
Skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Staff training and development
- Child advocacy
- Behavior management
- Record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Family communication
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Relationship building
- First aid and CPR
- Planning and problem solving
- Active listening
- Self-directed multitasking
Timeline
Director
The Depot Learning Center
08.2024 - Current
Foster Care Provider
Foster Care
05.2014 - Current
Port Neches-Groves High School