Mona Flores
Peoria,AZ
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director
Great Explorers
Surprise, AZ
03.2017 - Current
- Streamlined communication between teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Oversaw the recruitment, hiring, and onboarding process for new educators to maintain a high-quality teaching staff.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure preparedness in case of emergency situations at school premises.
Childcare Center Director
Early Explorers Learning Center
Phoenix, AZ
03.2013 - 01.2018
- Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, fostering community engagement among families in the program.
- Reduced staff turnover rate by cultivating a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Managed budgetary allocations effectively, minimizing unnecessary expenses while ensuring adequate resources for center operations.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track student progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
- Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
- Implemented safety procedures and protocols to maintain a secure environment for both children and staff members.
- Increased enrollment numbers by executing effective marketing strategies targeting local families seeking quality childcare options.
- Continuously assessed program quality by observing classroom activities, reviewing lesson plans, and gathering feedback from both staff and parents.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
- Implemented school policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Childcare Lead Teacher
Wee Rascals Preschool
Surprise, AZ
04.2007 - 12.2012
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom strategies.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by creating a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating hands-on learning activities and group projects.
- Provided ongoing feedback and constructive criticism to students, encouraging continuous improvement in their work quality.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with educational trends and best practices, applying this knowledge to continuously improve instruction in the classroom.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Education
GED -
Frank X Gordon
Glendale, AZ05-2000
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Director
Great Explorers
03.2017 - Current
Childcare Center Director
Early Explorers Learning Center
03.2013 - 01.2018
Childcare Lead Teacher
Wee Rascals Preschool
04.2007 - 12.2012
GED -
Frank X Gordon