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Patricia Bray

Liberal ,ME

Summary

Dynamic childcare professional with extensive experience as Daycare Director at Lamar Daycare, excelling in safety compliance and staff development. Proven ability in lesson planning and fostering parent-teacher communication, enhancing student growth. Committed to creating enriching environments that promote child development and ensure quality care.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Teacher 2-4 Year Old Room

Lamar Daycare

Daycare Director

Lamar Daycare
11.2023 - 03.2024
  • Ensured safety of children by enforcing strict health and safety guidelines in compliance with state regulations.
  • Managed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, billing, and reporting to ensure efficient operation of the daycare center.
  • Implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members, improving overall quality of care provided at the facility.
  • Brought center into full compliance with licensing and safety regulations for fire and disaster preparedness, Department of Public Health codes and USDA nutritional guidelines.
  • Coordinated special events such as holiday parties or field trips that enriched children''s experiences at the daycare center.
  • Streamlined daycare operations through effective scheduling, staff management, and budget control.

Although I was the Director of Lamar Daycare there was a whole community above me who helped me tremendously with everything we were able to accomplish before they decided to close their doors. I did none of this on my own.

Lead Teacher

Eagles Nest Daycare
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • 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
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.

Education

N/a - Education

Fort Scott Community College
Fort Scott, KS

Skills

  • Childcare needs
  • Lesson planning
  • Activity planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Classroom management
  • Child development
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Lesson development
  • Staff development

Timeline

Daycare Director

Lamar Daycare
11.2023 - 03.2024

Lead Teacher

Eagles Nest Daycare
04.2022 - 11.2023

Lead Teacher 2-4 Year Old Room

Lamar Daycare

N/a - Education

Fort Scott Community College
Patricia Bray