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Monica Olivas

Portales

Summary

Dynamic leader at Portales Municipal Schools, excelling in staff management and strategic planning. Enhanced team collaboration and consistently improved performance indicators through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Committed to fostering professional development and nurturing a positive learning environment for both staff and students.


Demonstrated leadership in managing employees and implementing strategic initiatives, resulting in improved operational efficiency. Proven abilities in effective communication and problem-solving to drive organizational success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Co Director

Portales Municipal Schools
08.2017 - Current
  • Developed innovative solutions to complex problems through creative problem-solving techniques and cross-functional collaboration.
  • Mentored staff members to support their professional development and encourage career progression.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by implementing effective communication strategies and regular meetings.
  • Set ambitious yet achievable targets for the child care center which resulted in consistent year-over-year improvements in key performance indicators.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry parents.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.

Daycare Teacher

Little Buckaroos Preschool
01.2016 - 08.2017
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
  • Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.

Lead Teacher

Eastern Plains Head Start
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.

Stay at Home Mom

Home
12.2007 - 01.2013

Daycare Teacher

My Little Red Caboose
08.2007 - 12.2007
  • Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
  • Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
  • Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
  • Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional development through empathetic communication and active listening techniques.

Crew Leader

McDonalds
02.2005 - 08.2007
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
  • Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
  • Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring that all crew members provided high-quality service in line with company standards.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Developed a strong sense of teamwork among crew members through regular communication and team building activities.
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.

Education

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Clovis Community College
Clovis, NM
05-2025

High School Diploma -

Portales High School
Portales, NM
05-2006

Skills

  • Staff management
  • Strategic planning
  • Active listener
  • Team leader
  • Program coordination
  • Organizational skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Responsible
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

CPR/First Aid certified

Early Childhood Certification

CACFP food program certified

Licensed Co Director

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Co Director

Portales Municipal Schools
08.2017 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Little Buckaroos Preschool
01.2016 - 08.2017

Lead Teacher

Eastern Plains Head Start
01.2013 - 01.2016

Stay at Home Mom

Home
12.2007 - 01.2013

Daycare Teacher

My Little Red Caboose
08.2007 - 12.2007

Crew Leader

McDonalds
02.2005 - 08.2007

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Clovis Community College

High School Diploma -

Portales High School

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