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Sarah Little

Summary

Driven by results, I enhanced child safety and wellbeing at McBrayer Large Family Daycare, leveraging skills in cleaning, sanitizing, and early childhood education. Fostered trust with families through effective communication, achieving a structured, nurturing environment. Excelled in supervising staff and implementing health protocols, demonstrating strong organizational and interpersonal abilities.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Large Family Daycare Assistant

McBrayer Large Family Daycare
12.2022 - Current
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with food safety guidelines, promoting healthy eating habits among daycare attendees.
  • Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
  • Kept children between ages of months and 11 years safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.

Personal Daycare Provider

David & Cady Dinning
11.2018 - 11.2021
  • Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress, behavior, and milestones achieved during daycare hours.
  • Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.
  • Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for children, ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication between parents and caregivers.
  • Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
  • Provided individualized attention to each child, recognizing their unique needs and adapting care accordingly.
  • Implemented positive discipline techniques to guide children''s behavior, setting clear expectations for conduct in the daycare setting.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Delivered engaging storytime sessions that encouraged early literacy skills while sparking interest in reading among young learners.

Court Liaison

Sonoma County Sheriff's Department
05.1991 - 01.2002
  • Helped identify areas for procedural improvements within the court system, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness in case management.
  • Organized legal materials for easy access, expediting the preparation process for attorneys and judges.
  • Supported courthouse security staff with incident response protocols when necessary, promoting safety in the courtroom environment.
  • Participated in cross-departmental trainings to enhance understanding of court processes and improve interagency collaboration.
  • Streamlined court procedures for faster case processing, resulting in reduced backlog.
  • Enhanced communication between court and law enforcement agencies by implementing efficient case tracking systems.
  • Managed sensitive documents securely, safeguarding against potential breaches of confidentiality.
  • Promoted transparency within the court system by keeping stakeholders informed about relevant updates or changes in procedure.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local and federal laws, ensuring accurate advice on procedural matters.
  • Ensured accuracy in data entry tasks, minimizing errors in official court records.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices, ultimately enhancing the quality of service provided as a Court Liaison.
  • Collaborated with legal professionals to ensure accurate information exchange and timely resolution of cases.
  • Contributed to positive relationships between courts and other government entities through clear communication and cooperation on joint initiatives.
  • Performed routine data entry or document management.
  • Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.
  • Updated operational records or licensing information using computer terminals.
  • Assisted newly hired clerks in learning about application reviews and verification procedures, performance strategies and customer service techniques.

Supervising Clerk II

Sonoma County District Attorneys Office
05.1980 - 05.1991
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.
  • Reduced errors in data entry by carefully inputting information into computer systems with attention to detail.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly answering inquiries and providing accurate information.
  • Managed incoming calls professionally, directing callers to appropriate personnel or taking detailed messages when necessary.
  • Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
  • Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
  • Trained new clerks on company procedures and software tools effectively contributing to their integration into the team.
  • Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
  • Enhanced office organization with regular maintenance of files, records, and supplies inventory.
  • Ensured confidentiality of sensitive documents through proper storage methods and restricted access control implementation.
  • Maintained a professional atmosphere within the office setting through effective communication skills and polished presentation abilities.
  • Enhanced team morale, organizing staff events and fostering positive work environment.
  • Enhanced customer service with timely and accurate information when handling inquiries.
  • Facilitated staff training sessions on new software, enhancing overall productivity.
  • Streamlined document retrieval, meticulously filing documents both physically and electronically.
  • Improved response times to customer inquiries, implementing new filing system for quicker access to information.
  • Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by conducting regular audits of office procedures.
  • Improved office efficiency by digitizing paper files and organizing digital records.
  • Reduced errors in data entry through rigorous attention to detail and double-checking work.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to privacy policies.
  • Fostered culture of continuous improvement by suggesting and implementing process enhancements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grover Cleveland High School
Buffalo, NY

Skills

  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Infant Care
  • Health and safety
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Organizing Files and Records
  • Supervision & Training of Employees
  • Knowledge of Computer Programs related to Law Enforcement Record Keeping

Timeline

Large Family Daycare Assistant

McBrayer Large Family Daycare
12.2022 - Current

Personal Daycare Provider

David & Cady Dinning
11.2018 - 11.2021

Court Liaison

Sonoma County Sheriff's Department
05.1991 - 01.2002

Supervising Clerk II

Sonoma County District Attorneys Office
05.1980 - 05.1991

High School Diploma -

Grover Cleveland High School

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