Natalie Marmolijo
Newburgh,IN
Summary
Diligent Childcare Director with Little Steps ELC with 4 years of experience directing enrichment activities, curriculum and caring for children in licensed childcare facility. Oversees staff and operations to meet Indiana licensing standards and contract requirements resulting in successful inspections and monitoring reviews. Cultivates safe and nurturing environment for children while maintaining profitability and business growth. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Center Director
Little Steps Early Learning Center
3526 Osborne Lane Suite A, Lafayette, IN 47909
08.2020 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Developed comprehensive staff training programs, improving employee skills and increasing overall quality of care provided.
- Evaluated curriculum regularly to ensure alignment with current educational standards and best practices in early childhood education.
- 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.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs, fostering strong partnerships and enhancing overall family satisfaction.
- Mentored new hires during onboarding process, facilitating smooth integration into the childcare center team dynamics.
- Conducted thorough performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of growth and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Adapted staffing schedules to accommodate fluctuating enrollment numbers, maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios while optimizing resource allocation.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
In Home Childcare Provider
Little Learners
Lafayette, IN 47909
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Worked with parents one-on-one to address individual needs of children in care.
- Supported children''s academic success by assisting them with homework assignments when needed.
- Created safe, inviting in-home environment conducive to structured activity and unstructured play.
- Encouraged children to transition from diapers and assisted in development of good restroom habits.
- Fostered creativity within the household through arts and crafts projects that encouraged originality and self-expression.
- Conducted regular progress assessments of each child''s development and communicated results to parents for collaborative goal-setting and monitoring.
- Played interactive games with toddlers and provided age-appropriate entertainment for older children.
Pre-K Teacher
Patty Jischke Earky Care and Education Center
2561 Kent Ave. West Lafayette, IN 47906
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Evaluated student progress through formative and summative assessments, utilizing data-driven methods to inform instructional decisions.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, enhancing family involvement in the educational process.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN05.2014
Skills
- Health and safety
- Parent-teacher relations
- Staff Management
- Curriculum Planning
- Professional ethics
- Staff hiring
- Program assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved staff conflict which led to a healthy work environment.
- Supervised team of 16 staff members.
- Achieved Level 4 PTQ by completing all required tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Licensed in CPR and First Aid
- PTQ Training - as of 2024
- Licensed in Food Protection Manager Certification - 2023
- Certified in multiple training programs, Indiana Learning Path
Timeline
Childcare Center Director
Little Steps Early Learning Center
08.2020 - 05.2024
In Home Childcare Provider
Little Learners
08.2018 - 08.2020
Pre-K Teacher
Patty Jischke Earky Care and Education Center
01.2015 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of Southern Indiana