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With over 16 years of hands-on experience working with infants, toddlers, and school-age children, I am passionate about fostering positive self-image and supporting the holistic development of young learners. My background includes leadership roles in early childhood education, curriculum implementation, and team supervision. I am highly skilled in maintaining safe, nurturing environments and communicating effectively with both children and parents. I thrive in collaborative settings and am committed to continuous professional growth, always striving to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families.

Skills

  • Early childhood curriculum implementation
  • Child safety and health maintenance
  • Positive behavior encouragement
  • Individualized student support
  • Child-friendly communication
  • MAC & PC proficiency / MS Word and Excel
  • Team leadership and staff training
  • Parent communication and engagement
  • Program planning and scheduling
  • Oral and written communication
  • Time and stress management
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Strong work ethic

Licenses and certifications

  • Child Development Site Supervisor Permit (Cerritos College)

Awards and achievements

  • Highly skilled ECERS 3
  • Highly skilled in DRDP (2015)
  • Assisted in developing and implementing a developmentally appropriate infants/preschool program
  • Introduced interactive toys and aides for enhanced learning

Work Experience

Assistant Director
Cuddles Children Center Jan 2005 - Dec 2009

Planned and implemented programs meeting the physical, emotional, educational, and social needs of children. Provided equipment and activities, organized schedules, supervised attendance, and communicated with parents. Implemented State/Federal regulations, maintained knowledge of NAEYC Accreditation and best practices, and managed hiring, training, evaluations, and scheduling.

Caregiver Coordinator
PETE’S PLACE Residential Care Facility Jan 2009 - Dec 2011

Coordinated caregiver functions and supervised a team caring for patients with Alzheimer’s disease. Trained new caregivers, facilitated client personal development, planned comprehensive care, and networked with caregivers and health services.

Executive Assistant
Environmental Health & Safety Resources Jan 2008 - Dec 2011

Served as executive assistant to management, handled busy phone systems, acted as primary customer liaison, maintained company website, and supported executive staff with high-quality work and a positive attitude.

Tutor
A Free Tutoring Service Jan 2002 - Dec 2012

Provided academic assistance to students, developed individualized tutoring plans, maintained confidential records, and worked with counseling programs for low-income or first-generation high school students.

Education

Masters of Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Media Production
American Intercontinental University
Associate of Science Degree in Child Development / Child Development Site Supervisor Permit
Cerritos College