Early Childcare Teacher / Home-Visitor with over seventeen years of successful experience in teaching and family advocacy. Recognized consistently for performance excellence and contributions to success in the childcare industry. Clear understanding of effective, preschool teaching and assessment tools. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the Early Head Start environment.
Skills
Conflict resolution
Family services
Community Resources
Client needs assessment
Recordkeeping
Documentation
Quality Assurance
Time management
Family needs assessment
Family relationship development
Family recruitment
Individual and family support
Community nutrition services
Family relations
Family Education
Effective family Communication
Work History
Home Visitor / Early Head Start Teacher , 08/2018 - Current Waverly Early Head Start – City, STATE,
Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential
Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children
Managed a caseload of ten families effectively through well-developed time management, organizational and task prioritization skills
Created effective marketing strategies with team to identify and recruit early head start-eligible families and children
Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs
Monitored progress and documented any student health or dental status changes, keeping Early Head Start team updated
Worked to improve and enhance family partnerships through effective home visits and compassionate care while establishing professional boundaries
Demonstrate effective, respectful oral and written communication skills with staff, parents, children, and the community
Recruited families and built positive relationships with parents in order to support parenting roles
Visited over nine homes per week to ensure independent living, home safety, proper hygiene and vocational opportunities
Maintained current assessments of families and children and prepared daily portfolios
Helped to educate parents and assisted with educational planning and decision making for children
Engaged families and clients in skill-building activities to enhance family dynamics and client's quality of life
Prepared monthly calendars with educational needs and activities
Made recommendations and referrals to aid clients in locating proper therapeutic services
Coordinated resources and program referrals to support family needs
Educated potential participants on available services and processes to engage in program
Identified service gaps and located needed resources for individuals, including housing, work placement and other support
Childcare Owner, 06/2012 - Current Casa Childcare – City, STATE,
Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications
Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents
Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements
Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children
Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning
Resolved parental concerns, improved operations and provided exceptional client support
Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities to create fun and engaging learning experiences
Managed quality assurance for the Childcare and Adult Food Program with delivered meals from Charm City Catering
Worked with eight families to understand needs and provide individualized service
Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between families and self
Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
Resolved attendance problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support
Managed Maryland EXCELS Level III quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
Education
Associate of Arts: Early Childhood Development, A.A.S., Expected in 2020 - The Community College of Baltimore County - Baltimore, MD, GPA:
Dean's List Spring 2019
Majored in Early Childhood Development
Continuing education in Conversations with Families About Living Experiences and Housing Goals
Continuing education in Enhancing Professional Development for Home Visitors
Curriculum Development - Tailored educational curriculum to students with range of learning styles, disabilities, strengths, and weaknesses.Developed innovative semester lesson plans, practical application and materials.
Dynamic Teaching Techniques - Instructed students in academic subjects using variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning, and repetition to reinforce learning.
Revamped marketing materials to include QAR link to Maryland Childcare Locate website.
Positioned as key team member to transfer lesson plans from hard copy into Teaching Strategies Gold online.
Acknowledged on recent performance evaluation as "Highly Effective" for delivering outstanding administrative support.
Affiliations
Member, National Association for the Education of Young Children, 2012 to Present
Certifications
National Council for Professional Recognition: Child Development Associate (CDA) Preschool and Infant/Toddler Setting
Maryland Childcare Credential Level V
Maryland EXCELS Level III
Adult and Pediatric CPR/First Aid and AED
ServSafe
Skills
Conflict resolution
Family services
Community Resources
Client needs assessment
Recordkeeping
Documentation
Quality Assurance
Time management
Family needs assessment
Family relationship development
Family recruitment
Individual and family support
Community nutrition services
Family relations
Family Education
Effective family Communication
Work History
Home Visitor / Early Head Start Teacher , 08/2018 - Current Waverly Early Head Start – Baltimore, Maryland
Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential
Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children
Managed a caseload of ten families effectively through well-developed time management, organizational and task prioritization skills
Created effective marketing strategies with team to identify and recruit early head start-eligible families and children
Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs
Monitored progress and documented any student health or dental status changes, keeping Early Head Start team updated
Worked to improve and enhance family partnerships through effective home visits and compassionate care while establishing professional boundaries
Demonstrate effective, respectful oral and written communication skills with staff, parents, children, and the community
Recruited families and built positive relationships with parents in order to support parenting roles
Visited over nine homes per week to ensure independent living, home safety, proper hygiene and vocational opportunities
Maintained current assessments of families and children and prepared daily portfolios
Helped to educate parents and assisted with educational planning and decision making for children
Engaged families and clients in skill-building activities to enhance family dynamics and client's quality of life
Prepared monthly calendars with educational needs and activities
Made recommendations and referrals to aid clients in locating proper therapeutic services
Coordinated resources and program referrals to support family needs
Educated potential participants on available services and processes to engage in program
Identified service gaps and located needed resources for individuals, including housing, work placement and other support
Childcare Owner, 06/2012 - Current Casa Childcare – Baltimore, Maryland
Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications
Monitored and observed child progress, interactions and behavior and reported findings to parents
Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements
Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children
Modernized instructional plans and educational approaches to enhance student learning
Resolved parental concerns, improved operations and provided exceptional client support
Planned and monitored curriculum and program activities to create fun and engaging learning experiences
Managed quality assurance for the Childcare and Adult Food Program with delivered meals from Charm City Catering
Worked with eight families to understand needs and provide individualized service
Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends
Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between families and self
Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins
Resolved attendance problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support
Managed Maryland EXCELS Level III quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
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