Yolanda Granados
Laredo,TX
Summary
Highly knowledgeable Daycare Owner/Operator with relevant experience in managing all aspects of daycare operations including staff management, budgeting, and curriculum development. Skills include strong leadership, effective communication, and child development expertise. Demonstrated capability to ensure compliance with state regulations while providing a nurturing environment for children's growth. Impactful background in improving operational efficiency and increasing parent satisfaction through strategic planning and execution. Committed to fostering inclusive and engaging learning environments, with experience in managing preschool and daycare centers. Skilled in curriculum development, staff training, and ensuring compliance with state regulations. Successfully improved parent satisfaction scores through innovative program implementation and effective communication strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/ Director of Daycare Center
Happy Days Daycare
Laredo, TX
08.2008 - Current
- Planned nutritious meals that meet USDA guidelines for nutritional value while also being appealing to young palates.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, immunizations and other relevant information for each child.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations governing child care facilities.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Participated in meetings with state licensing officials to discuss any issues or concerns about the daycare operations.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
Daycare Co-Director
Fundamental Years TOO
Laredo, TX
07.2006 - 07.2008
- Recruited, trained and evaluated staff and recommended personnel actions for programs and services.
- Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure safety standards were met.
- Maintained records in accordance with state laws and regulations regarding health and safety standards.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss progress of children's development.
- Interviewed potential employees and conducted background checks prior to hiring.
- Facilitated team meetings with staff members to review policies and procedures, discuss issues or concerns, provide training updates.
- Trained, managed and motivated employees to promote professional skill development.
- Determined allocations of funds for staff, equipment and authorized purchases.
- Oversaw daily activities and programs to educate and socialize participants.
- Established and enforced modern educational standards to support student needs.
- Inspected facility and activities to monitor safety, sanitation and procedures.
- Provided guidance and support to teachers in order to improve teaching methods and skillset.
- Monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage for all shifts at the facility.
- Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
- Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
- Organized activities such as art projects, games, stories, music, field trips. to stimulate learning environment.
- Hired, mentored and monitored qualified childcare staff.
- Developed multilingual and multicultural staff and curriculum to serve families from diverse backgrounds.
- Ordered supplies necessary for daily operations of the daycare center from approved vendors.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and student performance data.
- Established relationships with parents through regular communication about their children's progress at the daycare center.
- Developed and implemented policies and procedures to ensure safety and quality of care for children.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members by providing constructive feedback and coaching strategies.
- Created individualized developmental plans for each child based on assessments of their needs.
- Created and updated records to document employee and participant information.
- Launched marketing campaigns and events to attract community members and increase enrollment.
- Monitored compliance with state, federal and company regulations, standards and requirements.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local regulations related to childcare services provided by the daycare center.
- Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.
- Coordinated special programs such as holiday parties or summer camps for enrolled students.
- Set and enhanced program schedules to meet expected demands and enhance student learning opportunities.
- Assisted in recruiting new families by organizing open house events or tours of the facility.
- Managed daily operations of daycare facility, including staff supervision and budgeting.
- Provided emergency first aid when needed during incidents involving any of the children under care.
- Developed marketing campaigns aimed at increasing enrollment numbers within the facility.
- Scheduled routine maintenance on equipment used throughout the daycare center.
- Communicated with parents and fostered strong professional relationships.
- Monitored student progress and assisted students and teachers with resolving problems.
- Implemented a rewards system for positive behavior among children while enforcing disciplinary action when needed.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Daycare Teacher
Fundamental Years Too
Aledo, TX
11.2005 - 05.2006
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Utilized educational software and technology to enhance learning experiences.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders when needed.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Conducted observations and assessments of children's progress and reported findings to parents and guardians.
- Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
Daycare Teacher
A Brighter Child Daycare and Laerning Center
Laredo, TX
08.2004 - 11.2005
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Observed behavioral issues to alert parents or guardians.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged cooperation and positive interactions among children.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Colegio Tamaulipas
Nuevo Laredo Tamaulipas06-2002
Skills
- Marketing tactics
- Social media control
- Project estimating
- Verbal and written communication
- Sales management
- Operations management
- Employee training
- Child safety protocols
- Health and nutrition
- Parent communication
- First aid and CPR
- Curriculum planning
- Budgeting and finance
- Facility management
- Fostering positive environment
- Staff hiring
- Cost-effective programming
Certification
- Texas Director's Credential
Timeline
Owner/ Director of Daycare Center
Happy Days Daycare
08.2008 - Current
Daycare Co-Director
Fundamental Years TOO
07.2006 - 07.2008
Daycare Teacher
Fundamental Years Too
11.2005 - 05.2006
Daycare Teacher
A Brighter Child Daycare and Laerning Center
08.2004 - 11.2005
- Texas Director's Credential
High School Diploma -
Colegio Tamaulipas
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