Tricia McDaris
Bulverde,TX
Summary
I am experienced in diverse educational environments with a strong background in handling multiple tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth operations, and supporting teams. I excel in team collaboration and adapting to changing needs. I am known for reliability and fostering positive work environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Kid's Day Daycare and Preschool
08.2023 - Current
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation.
- Assisted and supervised 17 children through entire school day.
Lead for Infant and Toddler Room
Hillside Fellowship Church
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Cared for children and ensured their safety.
Foster Care Provider
Serenity Infant Care Homes
03.2015 - 05.2021
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in foster care provision.
- Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, and biological parent visits.
- Maintained confidentiality.
Children's Ministry Assistant
Grace EV Free Church of La Mirada
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Assisted with organizing various events, including leading the registration process for a VBS program for over 400 children
- Organized materials for entire children's department.
- Communicated with parents on a weekly basis.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Biola University
La Mirada, CA05-1994
Skills
- Strong organization
- Strong parent communication
- Knowledge of Word and Excel
- Familiar with district software from a parent's perspective
- Type 65 wpm currently; with daily use up to 80wpm
- Have worked with all ages of children (infant-teens)
Training
Participated in Texas Rising Star training through my current employer
Attended conferences on Trauma Informed Care
Timeline
Teacher
Kid's Day Daycare and Preschool
08.2023 - Current
Lead for Infant and Toddler Room
Hillside Fellowship Church
09.2022 - 01.2024
Foster Care Provider
Serenity Infant Care Homes
03.2015 - 05.2021
Children's Ministry Assistant
Grace EV Free Church of La Mirada
09.2014 - 06.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Biola University
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