Wendy McKinley

• Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
• Established rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times, fostering open lines of communication.
• Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
• Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
• Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
• Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, ensuring a structured and nurturing environment for the children.
• Promoted language development by incorporating storytelling, music, and conversation into daily activities.
• Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to engage children and foster cognitive growth.
• Facilitated outdoor playtime to promote physical activity while teaching essential coordination skills.
• Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
• Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
• Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
• Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
• Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
• Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
• Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
• Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
• Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
• Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
• Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
• Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
• Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
• Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
• Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
• Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
• Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
• Encouraged children's emotional and social development.

• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on teaching methods and early childhood education research findings.
• Fostered a positive classroom environment by promoting collaboration and open communication among students.
• Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing targeted feedback for improvement.
• Reduced disciplinary issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for behavior.

• Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities in lessons.
• Boosted student retention through consistent assessment and timely feedback on assignments.
• Championed the integration of project-based learning experiences to promote critical thinking skills and real-world application of concepts taught in class.
• Provided individualized support for students facing academic challenges, developing targeted intervention plans for improved outcomes.

Answered phone calls;Designed company newsletter using Microsoft Publisher; Worked with the company's database, including entering financial information in Microsoft Excel;Visited various daycares around the counties, assessing their programs and possible needs for improvements by providing assistance when needed; Participated in setting up and teaching conferences and classes to train early childhoos professionals; Helped organize Children's Day activities; Kept files organized for childcare facilities throughout the 5 nearby counties.

• 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 team members.
• Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
• Took care of children aged 6 months-10 years