Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Stephanie Byers

El Segundo,CA

Summary

Versatile and empathetic professional with extensive experience in both childcare and security management, notably with Byers Family Daycare and Savvis Communications. Excelled in creating safe, nurturing environments for children, including those with special needs, and enhancing security protocols. Skilled in team leadership, problem-solving, and innovative activity planning, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Childcare Provider

Byers Family Daycare
04.2012 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from local Schools
  • Managed my own book keeping records, for taxes.
  • Kept up to date and accurate files for each child in care.
  • Worked with children that had Social, emotional and developmental delays.
  • Worked with children with Autism, ADHD, and other learning challenges.
  • CPR, and First Aid Certified.
  • Child Health and safety certified.
  • Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
  • Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
  • Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
  • Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
  • Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
  • Facilitated naptime routines for toddlers to ensure adequate rest periods throughout the day for optimal growth and development.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.

Data Center Security Account Manager

Savvis Communications
06.2002 - 04.2012
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and excellent customer service.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering an environment of professional growth and development.
  • Interviewed prospective new hires.
  • Provided training and Evaluations
  • Conducted staff meetings and Team Building events.
  • Completed Security investigations
  • Conducted regular audits of security protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Monitored team performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement or additional training as needed.
  • Managed a 24 x7 diverse team of security professionals, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to company policies.
  • Oversaw a team of security officers and managed scheduling and performance evaluations.
  • Kept team compliant with security protocols and appearance standards.
  • Investigated incidents and wrote reports.
  • Responded swiftly to security incidents and effectively resolved security issues.
  • Monitored and maintained CCTV and access control systems to protect personnel and assets.
  • Investigated and resolved security breaches to protect organization and corporate assets.
  • Worked in fast-paced and high-risk environments, while maintaining exceptional standards of excellence for security programs, strategies, and plans.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing their concerns and providing personalized security solutions.
  • Submitted documentation for weekly payroll, managed schedules, and enforced policies.

Education

Travel, Ticket, And Gate Agent, Hotel Hospitality

Academy Pacific Travel College
Los Angeles, CA

Skills

  • Patience and empathy
  • Child supervision
  • CPR training
  • Childcare
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Hygiene and cleanliness
  • Activity planning
  • Meal preparation
  • Group leadership
  • Child development
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Observation and assessment
  • Safety awareness
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Emotional development
  • Care management
  • Early childhood education
  • Housekeeping
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Toilet training
  • Healthy environments
  • Lesson plan development
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Dietary requirements
  • Curriculum planning
  • Nutrition expertise
  • Infection control policies
  • Safety
  • Sanitation
  • Special needs experience
  • Child safety procedures
  • Group management
  • Child development knowledge
  • Classroom recordkeeping
  • Security control
  • Social development oversight
  • Child development support
  • Active listening
  • Friendly and respectful
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Creative thinking
  • Child safety
  • Coordination and teamwork
  • Attention to detail
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Health and safety
  • Multitasking
  • Caring and responsible
  • Decision-making
  • Organizational skills
  • Infant care
  • Conflict resolution
  • Early childhood development
  • Goal setting
  • Food preparation and service
  • Social and emotional development
  • Special needs care
  • Excellent communication
  • Calendaring and scheduling
  • Team building
  • Observing and monitoring behavior
  • Planning and leading activities
  • Analytical thinking
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Educational support
  • Infant care and feeding
  • Child advocacy
  • Child nutrition
  • Event planning
  • Activity management
  • Crisis management
  • Epi-pen use
  • Microsoft office
  • Team leader
  • Staff supervision
  • Lesson plan creation
  • Daycare center operation
  • Recreational activities
  • Needs assessment
  • Imaginative Play-based learning
  • Childcare regulations
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Staff scheduling
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Team Training
  • Infection control
  • Early childhood literacy
  • Creative lesson planning

Timeline

Childcare Provider

Byers Family Daycare
04.2012 - Current

Data Center Security Account Manager

Savvis Communications
06.2002 - 04.2012

Travel, Ticket, And Gate Agent, Hotel Hospitality

Academy Pacific Travel College
Stephanie Byers