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Salena Laskowski

Kalkaska

Summary

Results-driven Childcare Center Director with a track record of high productivity and effective task management. Proficient in designing educational initiatives, overseeing staff, and promoting positive growth environments for children. Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving abilities enhance team effectiveness and ensure superior childcare delivery.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director

Crawford AuSable Day Care & Preschool
Grayling
06.2012 - Current
  • Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
  • Provided guidance, support, and training to teachers on classroom management strategies, curriculum development, and teaching methods.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for the center to ensure safety and quality standards are met.
  • Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
  • Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, meals served, medical records, incident reports.
  • Monitored budgets related to staffing costs, supplies expenses, program fees.
  • Kept up-to-date on changing regulations related to running a childcare center.
  • Oversaw staff performance evaluations and provided feedback when necessary.
  • Provided guidance to teachers on how to deal with behavioral issues among young children.
  • Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
  • Attended workshops or seminars related to early childhood education topics.
  • Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
  • Oversaw daily activities and programs to educate and socialize participants.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Crawford AuSable Day Care & Preschool
Grayling
11.2009 - 06.2012
  • Helped with mealtime preparation, clean up and serving meals to the children.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop and refine curriculum that meets state and national standards.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
  • Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
  • Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
  • Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment that was conducive to learning.
  • Assisted with potty training when needed.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Baker College
Flint, MI

Skills

  • Regulatory compliance
  • Curriculum development
  • Policy implementation
  • Staff management
  • Budget monitoring
  • Behavioral management
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Child development
  • Parent engagement
  • Fundraising events
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Staff scheduling

Affiliations

  • Hunting and fishing
  • Traveling
  • Indoor and outdoor plants/flower
  • Hiking and kayaking
  • Family!

Certification

  • Adult and Child CPR
  • Adult and Child First Aide and AED
  • CDA - Child Development Associates (2012)
  • Approved Trainer in MiRegistry

Timeline

Director

Crawford AuSable Day Care & Preschool
06.2012 - Current

Childcare Assistant Teacher

Crawford AuSable Day Care & Preschool
11.2009 - 06.2012

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Baker College

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