Rebecca Parker
Port Angeles,WA
Summary
Proficient in collaborating with team members to achieve common goals and using problem-solving skills to address challenges effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for seamless interaction with colleagues and clients. Known for adaptability in fast-paced environments and strong critical thinking skills to make informed decisions. Proven track record of efficient time management, ensuring accurate and timely completion of tasks.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
At a Child’s Pace Early Learning
04.2011 - Current
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety standards
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's progress and address any concerns, strengthening family-school communication.
- Fostered safe and nurturing classroom environment, allowing children to explore and learn confidently.
Child Care Center Director
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
04.2007 - 12.2010
- 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.
- Increased enrollment numbers by executing effective marketing strategies targeting local families seeking quality childcare options.
- Adapted staffing schedules to accommodate fluctuating enrollment numbers, maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios while optimizing resource allocation.
- Furnished facility with supplies, equipment, food and materials to foster social and cognitive development.
Community Health Representative
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
10.2005 - 01.2007
- Assistant in Diabetes Education Program, through nutrition and exercise. Tobacco Prevention, and Community Health Needs. Work with infants, children, youth, adults, and seniors.
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
02.2005 - 08.2005
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure compliance with health department regulations and company standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food and beverage orders, ensuring prompt service and accurate delivery.
- Reduced wait times during peak hours by efficiently allocating resources and coordinating between front-of-house and back-of-house teams.
- Upheld highest standards of hygiene practices among staff members through ongoing education on sanitation protocols leading to consistent top-rated health inspection scores.
- Improved team productivity by providing comprehensive training on food safety standards, inventory management, and customer service techniques.
- Demonstrated adaptability by effectively adjusting to sudden changes in customer volume or staffing levels while maintaining exceptional service quality.
Sever/Bartender
Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
07.2003 - 02.2005
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Fostered culture of teamwork, collaborating with colleagues to ensure smooth operation during high-traffic periods.
Education
AAS - Early Childhood Education
Peninsula College
06.2024
Skills
- Autism Experience
- Curriculum Development
- Food Safety Experience
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Organizational Skills
- Catering
- Food Prep and Service
- Infant/Toddler Care
- Customer Service
- Child Nutrition USDA Food Program Compliance
- Bartender Experience
- Early Childhood Education
- Special Education
- Restaurant Management
- Program Development
- Child Care
- Preschool Teacher
- Special Events
Certification
- Bloodborne Pathegons Training January 2025 to Present
- Family Home Childcare license February 2016 to Present
- Driver's License July 2021 to August 2027
- Food Handlers Card June 2023 to June 2026
- CPR/ First Aid Jan 2025 to Jan 2027
- MAST Class 12 mixologist permit April 2025 to 2030
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
At a Child’s Pace Early Learning
04.2011 - Current
Child Care Center Director
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
04.2007 - 12.2010
Community Health Representative
Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe
10.2005 - 01.2007
Food and Beverage Supervisor
Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
02.2005 - 08.2005
Sever/Bartender
Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
07.2003 - 02.2005
AAS - Early Childhood Education
Peninsula College
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