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Stacy Caramela

Long Beach,MS

Summary

Veteran professional brings many years of related experience. Focused on enhancing academic, physical and emotional development of young children. Successful at promoting discipline, focus, good behavior, and appropriate social skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

In-Home Daycare Provider

Self Employed Web
Crystal Lake, IL
03.2011 - 05.2024
  • Created lesson plans that incorporated creative arts projects into daily activities.
  • Established positive relationships with the families by communicating regularly about their children's progress.
  • Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.
  • Organized activities such as games and outdoor play to encourage physical development.
  • Assisted in potty training when necessary.
  • Encouraged children's social development through interactive play, storytelling and educational activities.
  • Developed age-appropriate curriculums that met the developmental needs of each child.
  • Changed diapers and assisted with bathroom routines.
  • Administered first aid or CPR if needed in emergency situations.
  • Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number recognition, personal hygiene, manners and social skills.
  • Read books aloud to stimulate language development among the children.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace conducive to learning.
  • Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
  • Maintained safe play environment.

School Crossing Guard

City of Crystal Lake
Crystal Lake, IL
08.2008 - 06.2011
  • Provided directions to children regarding safety protocols when crossing streets.
  • Educated students on following instructions given by Crossing Guards and obeying traffic laws when walking across streets or intersections.
  • Monitored traffic to ensure safe passage of pedestrians.

Playground Supervisor

Crystal Lake District 47
Crystal Lake, IL
08.2008 - 03.2011
  • Managed conflicts between children in a professional manner while upholding established disciplinary standards.
  • Provided first aid assistance in case of injuries or accidents during playtime hours.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment and reported any potential hazards.
  • Facilitated communication between staff members regarding any issues or concerns regarding student safety or behavior.
  • Encouraged positive social interactions among children while promoting teamwork skills.
  • Monitored playground activities to ensure safety of children.
  • Educated students on proper use of playground equipment and safety rules.

Preschool Director

Oak Park Preschool
New Orleans, LA
10.2006 - 06.2008
  • Organized professional development opportunities for faculty and staff.
  • Maintained detailed records of student attendance, academic progress reports, disciplinary actions taken against students.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to parents on their child's educational growth.
  • Conducted regular assessments of teaching methods and student performance in order to identify areas of improvement within the program.
  • Managed financial resources allocated for the preschool program, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting activities.
  • Oversaw the hiring of qualified staff members, including teachers and classroom aides.
  • Coordinated field trips, special events, and other extracurricular activities for preschoolers.
  • Provided guidance to teachers on lesson planning and instructional strategies that would lead to better learning outcomes among students.
  • Established effective communication channels with parents, faculty, and students.
  • Assisted teachers with developing age-appropriate curricula that meets all state standards for early childhood education programs.
  • Planned large-scale preschool events.
  • Reported health concerns and posted health warnings in case of illness.
  • Developed preschool curriculums in accordance with regional laws.
  • Increased new enrollment and return enrollment .

Assistant Director

Wee Care for Kids
Harvey, LA
10.1998 - 10.2006
  • Facilitated team meetings with staff members to review policies and procedures, discuss issues or concerns, provide training updates.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to childcare services provided by the daycare center.
  • Created an atmosphere conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Interviewed potential employees and conducted background checks prior to hiring.
  • Provided emergency first aid when needed during incidents involving any of the children under care.
  • Implemented a rewards system for positive behavior among children while enforcing disciplinary action when needed.
  • Organized activities such as art projects, games, stories, music, field trips. to stimulate learning environment.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure safety and quality of care for children.
  • Maintained records in accordance with state laws and regulations regarding health and safety standards.
  • Assisted in recruiting new families by organizing open house events or tours of the facility.
  • Provided guidance and support to teachers in order to improve teaching methods and skillset.
  • Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the daycare center from approved vendors.
  • Managed daily operations of daycare facility, including staff supervision and budgeting.
  • Established relationships with parents through regular communication about their children's progress at the daycare center.

Education

High School Diploma -

Archibishop Blenk
Gretna, LA
05-1994

Skills

  • Positive reinforcement strategies
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Child Safety
  • Infant Care
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Staff Supervision
  • Educational Support
  • Early Childhood Development

Timeline

In-Home Daycare Provider

Self Employed Web
03.2011 - 05.2024

School Crossing Guard

City of Crystal Lake
08.2008 - 06.2011

Playground Supervisor

Crystal Lake District 47
08.2008 - 03.2011

Preschool Director

Oak Park Preschool
10.2006 - 06.2008

Assistant Director

Wee Care for Kids
10.1998 - 10.2006

High School Diploma -

Archibishop Blenk

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