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Vanessa Dionne

Vanessa Dionne

Tulare,CA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Childcare Site Supervisor

Family Focus Inc
Visalia, CA
07.2022 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records such as daily reports, timesheets and other related documentation as required by management.
  • Established and maintained close working relationships with staff, clients and vendors.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Organized daily workflow for the team, ensuring tasks were completed on time and within budget.
  • Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
  • Communicated daily progress and incident reports to clients and corporate offices.
  • Managed and supervised a team of 10+ site staff members to ensure safety, quality control and efficient operations.
  • Participated in job-site meetings with contractors, owners, architects, engineers, as necessary.
  • Coordinated material deliveries from suppliers according to project needs.
  • Complied with safety procedures and monitored team members for adherence to safety protocols on job sites.
  • Ensured that workers followed safe work practices when operating machinery or performing hazardous tasks.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work sites to ensure compliance with safety regulations, including hazard identification and risk assessment.
  • Completed and distributed accurate and informative progress reports and project records to management.
  • Conducted regular training sessions with staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Resolved work issues and team conflicts to promote progress on complex projects.
  • Investigated accidents or near-miss incidents; documented findings in an incident report form.
  • Prioritized and assigned tasks to successfully direct workforce in constantly changing environment.
  • Enforced measures to control overtime and training costs.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Assistant Site Supervisor/Classroom Master Teacher

Family Focus Inc
Visalia , CA
10.2021 - 07.2022
  • Adhered strictly to all health and safety regulations while supervising sites.
  • Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
  • Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
  • Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
  • Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
  • Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
  • Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
  • Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
  • Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
  • Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
  • Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
  • Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
  • Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss academic progress of each child.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
  • Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
  • Administered assessments throughout the year to gauge student understanding of content material.
  • Provided guidance regarding nutrition and healthy habits during snack time.
  • Administered and documented results of student assessments.
  • Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
  • Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
  • Maintained student records according to rigorous confidentiality and privacy regulations.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Wonderful Education
Avenal, CA
05.2018 - 09.2021
  • Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
  • Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
  • Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
  • Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
  • Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
  • Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between students, families, and staff members.
  • Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
  • Created various strategies to engage students and deliver enriching educational opportunities.
  • Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
  • Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
  • Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
  • Engaged in collaborative planning sessions with colleagues in order to design effective curricula for various grade levels.
  • Arranged classrooms to facilitate optimal education for student groups.
  • Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
  • Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
  • Attended district meetings related to curriculum changes or initiatives.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing student performance data on standardized tests.
  • Mentored other educators by delivering insight, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
  • Developed instructional materials and products for technology-based redesign of courses.
  • Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Prepared and presented lesson plans in academic subjects using traditional and modern teaching techniques.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
  • Met with parents to discuss students' progress and review areas requiring improvement.
  • Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
  • Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
  • Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.

Childcare Site Supervisor

Little Sprouts Daycare
Coalinga, CA
05.2013 - 03.2018
  • Maintained accurate records such as daily reports, timesheets and other related documentation as required by management.
  • Established and maintained close working relationships with staff, clients and vendors.
  • Controlled access at the site during working hours; monitored visitors' movements while they were on the premises.
  • Communicated daily progress and incident reports to clients and corporate offices.
  • Monitored construction tasks to meet tight schedules and complete projects on time.
  • Coordinated material deliveries from suppliers according to project needs.
  • Complied with safety procedures and monitored team members for adherence to safety protocols on job sites.
  • Organized and participated in monthly on-site meetings with clientele and subcontractors.
  • Completed and distributed accurate and informative progress reports and project records to management.
  • Conducted regular training sessions with staff to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between subcontractors, vendors or clients as required by management.
  • Resolved work issues and team conflicts to promote progress on complex projects.
  • Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
  • Prioritized and assigned tasks to successfully direct workforce in constantly changing environment.
  • Enforced measures to control overtime and training costs.
  • Implemented new processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.

Lead Teacher

West Hills College
San Joaquin, CA
10.2007 - 03.2012
  • Organized activities to promote physical, mental and social development of each child.
  • Worked with teachers to design interactive lessons and increase student success.
  • Worked with students one-on-one to boost skills in weak areas and grasp new concepts.
  • Involved parents in student learning to increase family interaction and student support.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Engaged students and boosted understanding of material using focused instructional strategies and hands-on activities.
  • Researched books and supplemental materials to use with lesson plans.
  • Evaluated and improved classroom environment to promote ultimate learning experiences.
  • Maintained secure and disciplined classroom to provide positive learning environment.
  • Communicated objectives for lessons, units and projects to students and parents.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between students, families, and staff members.
  • Created various strategies to engage students and deliver enriching educational opportunities.
  • Selected optimal curricula and planned daily lessons to meet needs of children with various developmental levels.
  • Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
  • Participated in weekly faculty meetings by providing updates on departmental goals or objectives.
  • Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
  • Maintained an open line of communication with administrators regarding curriculum implementation and program initiatives.
  • Monitored classroom instruction on a regular basis through observation, feedback, and collaboration with teachers.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
  • Engaged in collaborative planning sessions with colleagues in order to design effective curricula for various grade levels.
  • Arranged classrooms to facilitate optimal education for student groups.
  • Completed teacher observations to identify areas for improvement and suggest changes to teaching methods.
  • Handled and resolved disciplinary issues according to district protocols.
  • Facilitated meetings with parents and guardians in order to discuss student progress or behavior issues.
  • Organized field trips or extra-curricular activities for students under their supervision.
  • Provided instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers in the development of lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
  • Attended district meetings related to curriculum changes or initiatives.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing student performance data on standardized tests.
  • Developed instructional materials and products for technology-based redesign of courses.
  • Conducted individualized academic interventions for struggling students as needed.
  • Utilized data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.
  • Provided support services such as tutoring or counseling for at-risk students.
  • Supervised students throughout day, both in classroom and outside during breaks.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Managed student behavior in classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
  • Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
  • Encouraged student critical thinking and discussion using variety of teaching techniques.
  • Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
  • Differentiated instruction according to student skill level.
  • Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences.
  • Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.

Education

Associate of Arts - Child Development

West Hills College - Coalinga
Coalinga, CA
05-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Child Development

Ashford University
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Team Supervision
  • Project Management
  • Business Development
  • Strategic Planning
  • Operations Management
  • Financial Management
  • Staff Management
  • Negotiation
  • Safety Assessment

Certification

  • Touchstone's 10-unit Looking at CLASSrooms online Program
  • My Teaching Partner, coaching program completed 22 hours of professional development focusing on affective teacher-child interactions,
  • California Commission on Teacher Credentialing Site Supervisor Permit
  • Desired Results Development Profile Training Completion
  • RBT online training/training with a BCBA children and behaviors
  • Pediatric First Aide and CPR Certification
  • Mandated Reporter Training 12/2023

References

  • Rachelle Aust. Payroll Management WHC. 559-930-0366
  • Ida Rendon Preschool Teacher. 559-305-8456
  • Twila Silva. Site Supervisor. 559-756-2937. Tsilva@familyfocusece.org
  • Mary Gwinn Site Supervisor. 559-667-7434. Mgwin@familyfocusece.org
  • Yvonnia Ramirez. Educational Coordinator. 559-667-7434. Yramirez@familyfocusece.org
  • Margaret Little. Senior Enrollment Specialist. 559-786-3770. mlittle@familyfocusece.org
  • Ana Ayala. Teacher I. 559-397-4955

Timeline

Childcare Site Supervisor

Family Focus Inc
07.2022 - Current

Assistant Site Supervisor/Classroom Master Teacher

Family Focus Inc
10.2021 - 07.2022

Lead Preschool Teacher

Wonderful Education
05.2018 - 09.2021

Childcare Site Supervisor

Little Sprouts Daycare
05.2013 - 03.2018

Lead Teacher

West Hills College
10.2007 - 03.2012

Associate of Arts - Child Development

West Hills College - Coalinga

Some College (No Degree) - Child Development

Ashford University
Vanessa Dionne