Tonya M. West
Altus
Summary
Dedicated to delivering exceptional support to children and families through high-quality early childhood education, developmental guidance, and active family engagement. Recognized for strong organizational skills and reliability, effectively managing multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Committed to collaboration and eager to embrace additional responsibilities to achieve team objectives and enhance overall program success. Passionate about fostering a nurturing environment that promotes growth and development for children and their families.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Director & Curriculum Coordinator
Grace Child Development Center
08.2022 - Current
- Conduct new staff orientation and onboarding
- Assist staff with curriculum planning and implementation
- Provide individualized problem-solving for children's behavioral needs
- Manage scheduling and support director with interviews
- Ensure teachers maintain DHS regulation standards
- Support maintenance and implementation of STARS level 4 & 5 standards
- Process parent payments and maintain staff/child records and files
- Lead and assist in staff meetings
- Participate in parent-teacher conferences
- Provide resources and referrals for parents
- Assist the director in all needed areas
Childcare Provider / Master Teacher (1-Year-Old Classroom)
Grace Child Development Center
11.2012 - 08.2022
- Provided care in a kind, loving, and safe environment
- Created and implemented developmentally aligned lesson plans
- Maintained classroom cleanliness and safety
- Trained new staff hands-on
- Followed schedules and adhered to DHS guidelines
Caregiver
Shepherd's Fold
08.2007 - 05.2008
- Provided safe, nurturing care for children
- Implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans
- Assisted with food service in family-style dining
Childcare Coordinator & Early Childhood Intervention Substitute
Zia Therapy Center
02.2002 - 06.2004
- Assisted director with all administrative and program duties
- Conducted parent and staff tours
- Supported staff in maintaining safe environments and state regulatory standards
- Participated in Focused Portfolio research grant
- Served as Focused Portfolio Coordinator
- Provided state-approved training hours for daycare staff
- Coordinated substitute teachers for daycare and ECIN
- Served as substitute in the Early Childhood Intervention program
Caregiver / Lead Teacher (3-Year-Old Classroom)
Grace Child Development Center
01.1999 - 01.2002
- Lead teacher for 3-year-old class
- Created and implemented lesson plans
- Maintained DHS standards
- Provided engaging learning experiences
Education
AS - Early Childhood Education
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK01.2001
AA - General Studies
Western Oklahoma State College
Altus, OK01.1993
Diploma - undefined
Altus High School
Altus, OK01.1991
Skills
- Staff management
- Creative direction
- Strategic planning
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Scheduling and coordinating
Certification
- Professional Development Ladder (PDL) – Level 9 Certificate
- Gold Director Certificate
- Certificate of Mastery (Early Childhood), Western Oklahoma State College, 2001
Timeline
Assistant Director & Curriculum Coordinator
Grace Child Development Center
08.2022 - Current
Childcare Provider / Master Teacher (1-Year-Old Classroom)
Grace Child Development Center
11.2012 - 08.2022
Caregiver
Shepherd's Fold
08.2007 - 05.2008
Childcare Coordinator & Early Childhood Intervention Substitute
Zia Therapy Center
02.2002 - 06.2004
Caregiver / Lead Teacher (3-Year-Old Classroom)
Grace Child Development Center
01.1999 - 01.2002
AA - General Studies
Western Oklahoma State College
Diploma - undefined
Altus High School
AS - Early Childhood Education
Western Oklahoma State College