Stephanie Manley
Woodbridge,VA
Summary
Applying for a challenging and responsible position in areas of Childcare Director/Administrator
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead 2-Year-Old Teacher
Grace Learning Center
01.2025 - Current
- Ensure the safety of each child enrolled in the class at the all times while in my care.
- Plan and implement age and developmentally appropriate classroom practices that will include the areas of physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs of young children using the school curriculum.
- Compete lesson plans, goals, and newsletters in a timely fashion.
Owner/Teacher
Stephanie Manley Home Daycare
01.2007 - 01.2025
- Implemented a secure and developmentally suitable program for children from infants to 5 years old.
- Provided, prepared and served meals/snacks following the guidelines set by the USDA.
- Supervised children with daily routines such as dress, toileting, eating and sleeping.
- Maintained a very safe, clean, and appealing environment for developmental growth.
- Collected and managed tuition payments, tax info, and registration fees.
- Managed daily records of attendance and menus.
- Retained current and accurate records required by the Division of Child Care licensing.
- Communicated with parents regarding any needs they or their children may have.
- Childcare yearly training, Certified CPR, and First Aid
Lead Teacher
Minnieland Childcare
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Committed to helping continue to set the standard for high quality child care at every level.
- Responsible for writing lesson plans in accordance to the curriculum requirements.
- Monitor each individual developmental milestones related to body, mind, communication, and self.
- Establish positive and effective communication and relationships with families.
- Serve as the main point of contact for all assistant teachers in the classroom.
- Interact with all children to support play, exploration and learning.
- Communicate effectively with center director(s).
- Developed and maintain a safe, healthy, loving, and nurturing environment for all children.
Teacher Assistant
Minnieland Childcare
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Work closely with the lead teacher to implement developmentally appropriate activities.
- Implement lesson plans created by the lead teacher.
- Participate in staff trainings and required teacher trainings.
- Establish positive and effective communication and relationships with families.
- Interact with all children to support play, exploration and learning.
- Communicate effectively with center director(s).
- Developed and maintain a safe, healthy, loving, and nurturing environment for all children.
Certified Nurse Aide
Professional Providers Home Care Agency
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Aided the elderly with daily activities such as; personal care, grocery shopping, cook meals, providing transportation to medical facilities.
- Take and record blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration rates, and charting of food and fluid intake and output.
- Converse with clients to reinforce positive behaviors and to promote social interaction.
Teacher Assistant
United Cerebral Palsy Center
01.1994 - 01.1997
- Provide care for infants, toddlers, and young school age children that have diverse disabilities while in a daycare facility to receive specialized academic and physical training.
- Aided staff in administering therapeutic activities, such as physical exercises, occupational therapy, arts and crafts, and recreational games for children.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development
Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge01.2019
Certified Nurse Aid Certificate -
Robenson Community College
Lumberton, NC01.1999
High School Diploma -
South Robenson High School
Rowland, NC01.1985
Skills
- Adult/child CPR and First Aid training
- Provided compassionate care to individuals, families, and community groups from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds in home, clinic, nursing home, childcare centers, and community center environments
- Special needs support
- Early childhood education
- Professional ethics
- Organizational skills
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Conflict resolution
- Professionalism
Personal Strengths
I am a team player who has the ability to learn quickly and adapt to any situation with ease. High motivational level, excellence of leadership technique, professional attention to detail supplemented by clarity of expression and the ability to organize, influence and stimulate others.
Timeline
Lead 2-Year-Old Teacher
Grace Learning Center
01.2025 - Current
Owner/Teacher
Stephanie Manley Home Daycare
01.2007 - 01.2025
Lead Teacher
Minnieland Childcare
01.2002 - 01.2007
Teacher Assistant
Minnieland Childcare
01.2001 - 01.2002
Certified Nurse Aide
Professional Providers Home Care Agency
01.1999 - 01.2001
Teacher Assistant
United Cerebral Palsy Center
01.1994 - 01.1997
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Development
Northern Virginia Community College
Certified Nurse Aid Certificate -
Robenson Community College
High School Diploma -
South Robenson High School