Samanta Zaragoza
El Paso
Summary
Dynamic leader with proven success in developing educational programs and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in team management, strategic planning, and effective communication drives community engagement and improves parent satisfaction.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director
Aladdin Daycare VI
El Paso, TX
02.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum enhancing children's cognitive and social development.
- Led staff training sessions to improve caregiving techniques and operational efficiency.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to support community engagement initiatives.
- Streamlined enrollment processes, improving parent communication and satisfaction levels.
- Oversaw daily operations, coordinating schedules for staff and activities to optimize resource use.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Assistant Director
Aladdin Daycare V
El Paso, TX
05.2023 - 02.2026
- Developed and implemented educational programs enhancing children's cognitive and social skills.
- Coordinated staff schedules ensuring adequate coverage and support for daily activities.
- Oversaw compliance with state regulations, maintaining high standards of safety and health practices.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff, promoting best practices in childcare techniques.
- Managed administrative tasks including budgeting, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies for resolving issues among faculty members or between students.
- Mentored new teachers through observation, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
- Evaluated teacher performance through classroom observations and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Coordinated field trips or off-campus activities that promote experiential learning opportunities outside the classroom setting.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Teacher, Cook
Aladdin Daycare V
El Paso, TX
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment encouraging social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and address concerns effectively.
- Organized educational activities that promoted cognitive and physical growth in children.
- Monitored student behavior, implementing positive reinforcement strategies to encourage good conduct.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Flower Designer
Angie's Flowers
El Paso, TX
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Designed floral arrangements for various occasions, incorporating customer preferences and seasonal trends.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of flowers and supplies, ensuring freshness and availability for daily operations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute large-scale event setups, enhancing overall customer satisfaction through attention to detail.
- Learned proper handling techniques for delicate flowers, minimizing waste and maximizing product quality during design processes.
- Executed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks in work area, promoting a safe and organized environment for floral designs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastlake High School
El Paso, TXTeacher Assistant -
El Paso Community College
El Paso, TXSkills
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Operations management
- Team management
- Creativity and innovation
- Strategies and goals
- Staff management
- Goal setting
- Staff development
- Rules and regulations
- Company guidelines
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Leadership development
Certification
Level ||| Security Certification
First Aid / CPR certified
Food Handlers
over 150 hours of Childcare trainings .
75 Management Hours
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Director
Aladdin Daycare VI
02.2026 - Current
Assistant Director
Aladdin Daycare V
05.2023 - 02.2026
Teacher, Cook
Aladdin Daycare V
04.2021 - 05.2023
Flower Designer
Angie's Flowers
01.2021 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Eastlake High School
Teacher Assistant -
El Paso Community College