Stevie Bethurem
West Point
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Director
Stevie's Busy Bees
Fort Madison
03.2023 - Current
- Supervised staff to ensure quality care and adherence to safety standards.
- Trained new employees on policies, procedures, and best practices in childcare.
- Coordinated communication between parents and staff to address concerns effectively.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for children.
- Organized community events to promote childcare services and foster family engagement.
- Evaluated program effectiveness and provided feedback for continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to childcare services provided by the daycare center.
- Facilitated team meetings with staff members to review policies and procedures, discuss issues or concerns, provide training updates.
- Maintained records in accordance with state laws and regulations regarding health and safety standards.
- Managed daily operations of daycare facility, including staff supervision and budgeting.
- Provided emergency first aid when needed during incidents involving any of the children under care.
- Organized activities such as art projects, games, stories, music, field trips. to stimulate learning environment.
- Scheduled routine maintenance on equipment used throughout the daycare center.
- Interviewed potential employees and conducted background checks prior to hiring.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss progress of children's development.
- Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts at the facility.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure safety and quality of care for children.
- Coordinated special programs such as holiday parties or summer camps for enrolled students.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members by providing constructive feedback and coaching strategies.
Daycare Provider
Stevie's Busy Bees
West Point
01.2017 - 03.2023
- Supervised children during playtime and learning activities.
- Assisted in preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children.
- Organized educational games and projects to stimulate learning.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for children's activities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding daily activities and behavior.
- Supported children in developing social skills through group interactions.
- Implemented daily routines to promote structure and security for children.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance childcare services and programs.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Communicated with parents regarding their child's progress in the daycare program.
- Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities.
- Sanitized toys and equipment on a daily basis to maintain cleanliness standards.
- Assisted in potty training children while providing positive reinforcement when successful.
- Read aloud and played alphabet games to encourage early literacy.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations pertaining to health codes and safety standards within the facility.
- Organized and implemented activities to stimulate physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of children in a daycare setting.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Supervised children during outdoor playtime to ensure safety at all times.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carthage High School
Carthage, IL05-2002
Skills
- Staff supervision and employee training
- Health and safety compliance
- Regulatory adherence
- Program evaluation and budget management
Timeline
Daycare Director
Stevie's Busy Bees
03.2023 - Current
Daycare Provider
Stevie's Busy Bees
01.2017 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Carthage High School