Tonya Brown Seymour
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Accomplished Childcare Director with experience at Bright Stars Early Learning Center, excelling in child-centered development and safety awareness. Proven track record in building strong family support networks and enhancing team cooperation. Successfully increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient processes, demonstrating exceptional patience and empathy.
Professional caregiver with strong background in early childhood education. Proven ability to create nurturing and stimulating environments that foster developmental growth and learning. Exceptional skills in team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving outcomes. Reliable, patient, and adept at fostering positive relationships with both children and parents.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Lutheran Services Florida
08.2023 - Current
- Developed relationships with children, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing transition, rituals and routines also calm classroom.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching such as group activities and individual activities.
- Maintained accurate records of children developmental progress, attendance, meals and developmental assessments. Facilitated ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational development through home visits and parent conferences. Encouraged volunteering and in-kind.
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Episcopal Children's Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Provided support during transitions between classrooms or activities, ensuring smooth adjustments for young children.
- Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring a clean, organized space conducive to learning at all times.
- Increased parent involvement in children''s education by maintaining open communication and providing regular updates on child progress.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment by adhering to state regulations and implementing consistent routines for care.
- Improved overall classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and establishing clear expectations for behavior.
Childcare Director
Kidz Learning Zone
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Supervised and managed team of childcare professionals to guarantee highest standards of care.
- Communicated with local and state government agencies to maintain compliance with all regulations.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Recruited and enrolled children.
- Established strong relationships with parents through open communication and regular updates on child progress.
Childcare Director
San Carlos Learning Center
07.2019 - 08.2022
- Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant licensing requirements by maintaining detailed documentation and submitting timely reports as necessary.
- Analyzed enrollment data to identify trends, optimize staffing levels, and inform future program development.
- Established relationships with community partners, ELC, Childcare Food Program, Episcopal Children Services and Catholic Charities.
- Supported staff development and training.
Owner and Childcare Director
Bright Stars Early Learning Center
01.2010 - 03.2018
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by staff.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Education
Associate of Science - Childcare Management
FSCJ
JACKSONVILLE FLNo Degree - Business Administration And Management
Jones College
Jacksonville, FL04-2002
Certificate of Technical Studies - Dental Assisting
Florida College of Medical And Dental Careers
Jacksonville Fl06.
High School Diploma -
Paxon Senior High
Jacksonville, FL06-1985
Skills
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Patience and empathy
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Child-centered Development
- Safety awareness
- Family Support
- Eager Learner
- Confidence Builder
Accomplishments
- Improved child retention rates by 50% through teacher and program improvement at San Carlos Learning Center
- A successful business owner of Bright Stars Early Learning Center
- Trained 12 of Bright Stars employees
- Trained 15 of San Carlos employees
- Trained 5 of Kidz Learning Zone employees
- Trained 8 of LSF Don Brewer employees
- Infant Toddler Specialist of the Year 2024
Certification
Directors Credential
VPK Director Credential
Preschool CDA
Infant Toddler CDA
Emergent Literacy Micro-Credential
Certified Dental Assistant
Timeline
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Lutheran Services Florida
08.2023 - Current
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Episcopal Children's Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
Childcare Director
Kidz Learning Zone
12.2022 - 01.2023
Childcare Director
San Carlos Learning Center
07.2019 - 08.2022
Owner and Childcare Director
Bright Stars Early Learning Center
01.2010 - 03.2018
Associate of Science - Childcare Management
FSCJ
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
Jones College
Certificate of Technical Studies - Dental Assisting
Florida College of Medical And Dental Careers
High School Diploma -
Paxon Senior High
Infant Toddler Specialist of the Year 2024
I was chosen as the best Infant Toddler Specialist of the Year for 2024 for being very supportive to LSF Don Brewer out of 35 teachers within the entire program.
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