Rebecca Serrano
Weslaco,TX
Summary
Children's Leader with 24 years of experience in early childhood development and teaching. Coordinated with director and parents to build robust curriculum and lesson plans. Provided children with safe and caring environment, putting children and parents at ease. Children's Leader inspecting facility and sanitizing all surfaces and objects to prevent spread of disease and infection. Implemented security procedures for drop off and pick up of children and secured all entrances and exits to facility. Educated children using provided curriculum and life experiences. Respectful and charming in relating to people of all religious, economic and cultural backgrounds. Enthusiastic about building strong community relationships and providing high-quality religious education services. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Children Ministry Director
Vital Church
08.2018 - Current
- Recruited and trained volunteers and staff in care of children and facility procedures.
- Evaluated and introduced age-appropriate materials for children and contoured it to lesson plans.
- Created and maintained safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Adhered to security processes and sign-in and sign-out procedures for children, parents and visitors.
- Worked with directors and board members to develop lesson plans and special events for children.
- Delivered constructive feedback on children to parents and guardians and informed of any disciplinary issues.
- Conducted safety and wellness inspections of facilities and sanitized toys and surfaces.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
Head Start Family Advocate
Texas Migrant Council
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Enhanced family engagement by conducting regular home visits and establishing strong relationships with parents.
- Improved parental involvement in children''s education by organizing workshops, trainings, and events focused on child development.
- Assisted families in accessing community resources for housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities to promote selfsufficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized family partnership agreements, ensuring targeted support for each family.
- Provided crisis intervention services to families experiencing challenges such as homelessness or domestic violence, connecting them with necessary resources for safety and wellbeing.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of family needs and strengths, developing tailored action plans to address identified areas of concern.
- Promoted health and wellness among Head Start families by coordinating access to medical, dental, mental health services, and nutrition education programs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of family interactions and progress toward goals in accordance with program guidelines.
- Facilitated parent meetings and support groups designed to foster a sense of community among Head Start families.
- Monitored child attendance records closely, addressing concerns about absenteeism through direct communication with parents.
- Advocated for the needs of children and families within the Head Start program by participating in policy discussions at local and regional levels.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents within the classroom setting, enhancing their connection to their child''s educational experience.
- Supported successful transitions from preschool to kindergarten by sharing pertinent information about each child''s progress with receiving schools.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations that offer supportive services to low-income families, increasing resource availability for Head Start participants.
- Maintained knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations governing Head Start programs to ensure compliance with all requirements.
- Managed a caseload of Head Start families efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely completion of required tasks and thorough follow-up on identified areas for support.
- Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational and task prioritization skills.
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Served as an ambassador for the Head Start program within the larger community by attending events and sharing information about services offered to eligible families.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in working with families experiencing significant challenges, such as substance abuse or mental health concerns.
- Provided ongoing training opportunities for parents related to early childhood development best practices.
- Actively participated in continuous quality improvement efforts within the program by analyzing data trends and identifying areas for potential growth.
Head Start Family Advocate
Hidalgo County Head Start
08.2003 - 09.2009
- Facilitated parent meetings and support groups designed to foster a sense of community among Head Start families.
- Maintained accurate documentation of family interactions and progress toward goals in accordance with program guidelines.
- Promoted health and wellness among Head Start families by coordinating access to medical, dental, mental health services, and nutrition education programs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of family needs and strengths, developing tailored action plans to address identified areas of concern.
- Provided crisis intervention services to families experiencing challenges such as homelessness or domestic violence, connecting them with necessary resources for safety and wellbeing.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized family partnership agreements, ensuring targeted support for each family.
- Assisted families in accessing community resources for housing, healthcare, and employment opportunities to promote selfsufficiency.
- Monitored child attendance records closely, addressing concerns about absenteeism through direct communication with parents.
- Advocated for the needs of children and families within the Head Start program by participating in policy discussions at local and regional levels.
- Coordinated volunteer opportunities for parents within the classroom setting, enhancing their connection to their child''s educational experience.
- Supported successful transitions from preschool to kindergarten by sharing pertinent information about each child''s progress with receiving schools.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations that offer supportive services to low-income families, increasing resource availability for Head Start participants.
- Provided ongoing training opportunities for parents related to early childhood development best practices.
- Actively participated in continuous quality improvement efforts within the program by analyzing data trends and identifying areas for potential growth.
- Maintained knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations governing Head Start programs to ensure compliance with all requirements.
- Served as an ambassador for the Head Start program within the larger community by attending events and sharing information about services offered to eligible families.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in working with families experiencing significant challenges, such as substance abuse or mental health concerns.
- Managed a caseload of Head Start families efficiently and effectively, ensuring timely completion of required tasks and thorough follow-up on identified areas for support.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Observed security measures to maintain confidentiality and restrict access by unauthorized individuals.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational and task prioritization skills.
- Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential.
- Improved parental involvement in children''s education by organizing workshops, trainings, and events focused on child development.
- Enhanced family engagement by conducting regular home visits and establishing strong relationships with parents.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX08.2025
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
Weslaco, TX05.2000
Skills
- Special Needs Support
- Teaching techniques
- Fundraising strategies
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Volunteer Management
- Pastoral Care
- Relationship Building
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Team building
- Spiritual Guidance
- Multitasking
- Project Management
- Individual Counseling
- Community Engagement
- Program Planning
- Excellent Communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-Making
- Time Management
- Administrative Leadership
- Crisis Intervention
- Teaching
- Curriculum writing
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability
- Team Collaboration
- Program Development
- Technology Integration
- Organizational Skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Children Ministry Director
Vital Church
08.2018 - Current
Head Start Family Advocate
Texas Migrant Council
09.2015 - 09.2018
Head Start Family Advocate
Hidalgo County Head Start
08.2003 - 09.2009
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
South Texas College
High School Diploma -
Weslaco High School
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