ISABELLA LAROSA

• Reduced staff turnover rate by cultivating a positive work environment through team-building activities and open communication channels.
• Streamlined administrative processes for increased efficiency, resulting in smoother daily operations at the childcare center.
• Oversaw compliance with state licensing regulations, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of requirements and addressing any areas needing improvement promptly.
• Mentored new hires during onboarding process, facilitating smooth integration into the childcare center team dynamics.
• Maintained accurate record-keeping systems to track student progress, attendance, health information, and other pertinent data efficiently.
• Adapted staffing schedules to accommodate fluctuating enrollment numbers, maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios while optimizing resource allocation.
• Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
• Recruited, selected, and retained high-quality staff to reduce turnover and foster stability.
• Managed program paperwork and child records to comply with state requirements.
• Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
• Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.

• Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance on classroom management techniques.
• Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
• Managed classroom effectively to maximize instructional time, ensuring an optimal learning environment for all students.
• Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.

• Planning/programming, observations.
• Planning activities, experiences and routines.
• Familiar with the NQS & EYLF.
• Recording documentation of accidents, medication, allergies etc.

• Planning/programming, observations.
• Collaborate with families and the community.
• Build trusting relationships with children and families.
• Providing quality care to meet individual child's needs.
• Role modelling practices and procedures for other staff.
• Supervising other educators/students of placement.