Patricia Danner
Fleetwwod,PA
Summary
With a proven track record at KinderCare Learning Centers, I excel in fostering inclusive learning environments and enhancing team performance. My expertise in people management and problem-solving has significantly reduced staff turnover and improved program quality, showcasing my ability to lead with empathy and strategic insight.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
BASE Team Leader
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
08.2019 - Current
- Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
- Designed and managed diverse after-school programs that promoted physical activity, creativity, teamwork, and leadership among participants.
- Modified teaching strategies to accommodate the diverse needs of children with special needs, promoting an inclusive learning environment.
- Collaborated with parents to address concerns and share progress updates, strengthening parent involvement and satisfaction in the program.
- Supported children''s social and emotional development by fostering a warm, inclusive, and nurturing environment.
- Maintained a safe clean organized classroom that met or exceeded state licensing requirements allowed for optimal student engagement.
- Established strong relationships with families through consistent communication about their child''s progress and wellbeing.
- Mentored new staff members on program standards and best practices to ensure consistency across all classrooms.
- Assisted in the development of individualized childcare plans for each child, ensuring tailored support and growth opportunities.
- Served as liaison between parents school administrators addressing any issues concerns promptly professionally.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Supervised childcare workers and oversaw facility to meet state requirements for education and training.
- Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
03.2013 - 08.2019
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Communicated with parents through enrollment, tours, newsletters, conferences, and direct personal communication.
- Managed a classroom of 18 students, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment conducive to learning.
- Cultivated an inclusive classroom environment where all students felt valued and respected, promoting social-emotional wellbeing.
- Ensured compliance with state licensing requirements while maintaining high standards of educational quality.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum that fostered cognitive, social, and emotional growth in two-year-old students.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for early childhood education, contributing to a cohesive team dynamic.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication channels and parent-teacher conferences.
- Assessed student development regularly, adjusting lesson plans accordingly for optimal growth.
- Provided ongoing support to children with special needs, working closely with families and specialists to meet individual goals.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
Childcare Center Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2010 - 03.2013
- 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.
- Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track student progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
- Managed budgetary allocations effectively, minimizing unnecessary expenses while ensuring adequate resources for center operations.
- Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
- Evaluated curriculum regularly to ensure alignment with current educational standards and best practices in early childhood education.
- Championed inclusive practices within the childcare center, ensuring that all children and families felt welcomed and supported regardless of cultural or socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Continuously assessed program quality by observing classroom activities, reviewing lesson plans, and gathering feedback from both staff and parents.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs, fostering strong partnerships and enhancing overall family satisfaction.
- 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.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
Lead Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2004 - 03.2013
- Assisted and supervised [Number] children through entire school day.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s progress, fostering increased parental involvement in the educational process.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress and areas of improvement, encouraging a collaborative approach to education.
- Incorporated play-based learning opportunities into daily routines, allowing students to explore new concepts while developing critical thinking skills through hands-on experiences.
- Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Submitted weekly lesson plans.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Reading Area Community College
Reading, PA05-2009
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Team motivation
- People management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Documentation and reporting
- Overseeing daily activities
- Conflict resolution
Timeline
BASE Team Leader
Greater Philadelphia YMCA
08.2019 - Current
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
03.2013 - 08.2019
Childcare Center Director
KinderCare Learning Centers
07.2010 - 03.2013
Lead Preschool Teacher
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2004 - 03.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Reading Area Community College
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