Sheila Jackson
Richton Park,IL
Summary
3Driven childcare professional with proven expertise in creating safe, nurturing environments for children at Knick Knack Paddy Whack Childcare and MS Sheila's Home DayCare Inc. Demonstrates exceptional organizational skills and a commitment to fostering cognitive and social development. Skilled in CPR and active listening, achieving increased parent satisfaction and improved customer retention through dedicated service and effective communication. Proactive and caring worker with 30 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant
Knick Knack Paddy Whack Childcare
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by maintaining clean and organized spaces for daily use.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Managed daily routines including meal preparation, naptime, and activity setup for efficient operations.
- Built strong relationships with parents by providing regular progress updates and addressing concerns promptly.
Owner/Operator
MS Sheila's Home DayCare Inc
01.1993 - 07.2020
- Managed day-to-day business operation
- Organized fun-filled events and activities for children that promoted learning in an engaging manner.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by maintaining open communication channels and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained accurate accounting of tuition and operating reports.
- Managed financial aspects of the daycare business, including budgeting, expense tracking, and revenue generation.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children through regular maintenance, staff training, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Optimized facility space usage by designing creative layouts that maximized play areas while ensuring safety standards were met or exceeded.
- Promoted healthy eating habits among students by overseeing menu planning and meal preparation according to nutritional guidelines set forth by experts in the field of early childhood nutrition.
- Maintained compliance with state licensing requirements through regular inspections, documentation updates, and policy reviews.
- Increased positive feedback from parents through timely progress reports that detailed each child''s developmental milestones achieved at the center.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum plans focused on cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Improved customer retention rates by providing exceptional care services tailored to individual child needs.
- Implemented effective conflict resolution strategies to address behavioral issues that arose among students, ensuring a harmonious learning environment for all.
- Fostered strong relationships with local schools to facilitate seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten.
- Recruited qualified staff members through rigorous screening processes to maintain a high-quality team of childcare professionals.
- Implemented professional development opportunities for staff members to enhance their skills and knowledge in childcare practices.
- Developed and executed curriculum focused on early childhood education, fostering cognitive and social development.
Education
Kindergarten And Preschool Education
Prarie State Junior College
Chicago Heights, ILSkills
- Friendly
- Cheerful and energetic
- Active listener
- Hygiene practices
- CPR training
- Reliable and punctual
- Safety awareness
- Patience and Empathy
Timeline
Childcare Assistant
Knick Knack Paddy Whack Childcare
02.2022 - 08.2024
Owner/Operator
MS Sheila's Home DayCare Inc
01.1993 - 07.2020
Kindergarten And Preschool Education
Prarie State Junior College
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