SONJA VILLALBA
Austin,TX
Summary
Dedicated and accomplished professional with a strong work ethic and extensive experience in management and leading teams. Encouraging leader and problem solver with talents for team building, mentoring, and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proven track record in curriculum development, staff training, and regulatory compliance. Exceptional communication skills and proficiency in various software tools. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
Globe Life Liberty National Division; Briggs
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Offered competitively-priced life and supplemental health products for individuals and small- to medium-sized businesses
- Developed tailored life insurance plans to meet individualized client needs
- Performed needs analysis to obtain information required to make appropriate life insurance product recommendations
- Educated clients about life insurance coverage options, benefits, and costs
- Promoted products and services using upselling and other sales strategies
- Attended continuing education courses and workshops to gain additional insurance industry knowledge
Licensed Childcare Associate Director
School In The Hills
08.2012 - 07.2022
- Led a team of 40+ employees in delivering high-quality childcare services to over 212 children as Childcare Director
- Directed all aspects of childcare program, including curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation
- Developed and implemented curriculum based on needs of children with sensory, speech, developmental, and other special needs
- Maintained compliance with all state and local regulations, resulting in zero violations during annual inspections along with preserving confidentiality with sensitive data
- Conducted new hire orientation meetings for all staff members to review policies, procedures, and employee handbook contents
- Conducted 64+ hours of training for staff on topics such as child development, safety, and communication skills
- Managed staffing duties, including hiring, terminations, promotions, performance review, safety, and sexual harassment
- Improved parent satisfaction by implementing new systems for regular communication and feedback
- Led a class of 30-32 children as the Primary Montessori Lead Guide for 2.5 – 6yr children
- Maintained a safe, positive, and enriching environment for children to thrive and foster independence
Primary Montessori Lead Guide
Rocky Mountain Montessori
09.2007 - 08.2012
- Led a class of 20-25 children as the primary Montessori guide for 2.5 – 6yr children
- Developed and implemented a curriculum that resulted in increased academic achievement and social-emotional development for students
- Led parent-teacher conferences and provided regular communication and feedback to families
- Mentored and trained new staff members on Montessori principles and practices
- Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment that fostered independence and creativity
Loan Officer
Diversified Collection Services
07.2007 - 09.2007
- Loan Collection
- Negotiated repayment options
Education
Life Insurance License - Life, Accident & Health Insurance
Texas Department of Insurance
Austin, TX10.2023
AMS Early Childhood Credential - Montessori Education
Montessori Education Center of The Rockies (MECR)
Boulder, CO07.2008
Early Childhood Professional Credential-Level 1 - Montessori Teacher Education
Colorado Mountain College
Dillon, CO07.2008
Licensed Childcare Director, Texas - Life Saving/CPR Certified - Behavioral Management Training - Diversity Training - SIDS Training - Shaken Baby Syndrome Training - Child Abuse Prevention Training - undefined
Skills
- Executive team leadership and staff development
- Proven ability to learn quickly and thrive during change
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Docs, and Outlook
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, leadership, and written/spoken communication skills
- Experience developing instructional materials and policy implementation
- Experience with curriculum development, record keeping, and training personnel
- Performance management and performance evaluations
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in diverse, multicultural settings
- Foster a collaborative and positive team environment/culture
Accomplishments
- Independently published Early Childhood Education author; Amazon.com: "Activities to Build Concentration and Fine Motor Skills: Ages 3-6 years"
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
Globe Life Liberty National Division; Briggs
10.2023 - 01.2024
Licensed Childcare Associate Director
School In The Hills
08.2012 - 07.2022
Primary Montessori Lead Guide
Rocky Mountain Montessori
09.2007 - 08.2012
Loan Officer
Diversified Collection Services
07.2007 - 09.2007
Life Insurance License - Life, Accident & Health Insurance
Texas Department of Insurance
AMS Early Childhood Credential - Montessori Education
Montessori Education Center of The Rockies (MECR)
Early Childhood Professional Credential-Level 1 - Montessori Teacher Education
Colorado Mountain College
Licensed Childcare Director, Texas - Life Saving/CPR Certified - Behavioral Management Training - Diversity Training - SIDS Training - Shaken Baby Syndrome Training - Child Abuse Prevention Training - undefined
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