Selene Ortiz
Portland,OR
Summary
Experienced professional in early childhood education, specializing in safety compliance and program coordination. Known for effectively engaging parents and supervising activities, resulting in a secure and enriching environment for children.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Director
King's Children Preschool
Lake Oswego, Oregon
03.2020 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of preschool, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for children and staff.
- Coordinated effective communication among parents, staff, and community resources to support child development.
- Cultivated strong professional relationships with parents to enhance engagement and collaboration.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children by providing appropriate supervision of their activities.
- Oversaw daily activities and programs to promote education and social skills development for participants.
Childcare Assistant
King's Children Preschool
Lake Oswego, Oregon
01.2016 - 02.2020
- Engaged children in creative play and learning experiences that fostered cognitive and social development.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance that promoted positive interactions and conflict resolution.
- Provided safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children.
- Assisted teachers in supervising daily activities and ensuring child safety.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and daily experiences to strengthen home-school connections.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment for all children.
- Prepared snacks and drinks for children during meal times.
- Read stories, sang songs and taught basic skills such as color recognition and counting numbers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child Psychology
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, OR80+ Hours of Childcare Related Courses
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Child development
- Child assessment
- Program coordination
- Safety compliance
- Activity supervision
- Parent engagement
Timeline
Childcare Director
King's Children Preschool
03.2020 - Current
Childcare Assistant
King's Children Preschool
01.2016 - 02.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Child Psychology
Chemeketa Community College
80+ Hours of Childcare Related Courses