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Denise DiLello

Self Employed Early Childhood Educator
Bradford,ON

Summary

Hardworking and reliable professional with strong ability in program development and promotion. Offering accountability, inclusivity, hiring and training skills. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality

Dynamic leader with a proven track record in early childhood education and program coordination, notably with South Simcoe Basketball Club. Excelled in curriculum planning and interpersonal communication, enhancing engagement and operational efficiency. Skilled in software proficiency and leadership, significantly improving program outcomes and community relations.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Self Employed Early Childhood Educator

Self Employed Services
Bradford, ON
01.2015 - Current
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum addressing learning styles.
  • Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for 200 children
  • Inventoried and purchased materials for education while working within an operating budget.
  • Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
  • Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.

Program Coordinator/Business Office Manager

South Simcoe Basketball Club
Bradford, Ontario
08.2014 - 08.2023
  • Fostered relationships to define programming needs and strengthen organizational standing
  • Uncovered issues to determine solutions and assist program participants
  • Analyzed program effectiveness to modify, adapt and optimize workflows
  • Directed coordinated and administered youth basketball programs
  • Organized all community and club events
  • Designed and implemented program policies frameworks and toolkits
  • Communicated project status, requirements and deadlines Worked with 500 participants to plan organizational needs and improve engagement.
  • Established community relationships to promote the program.
  • Organized and facilitated all fundraising efforts.
  • Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
  • Created comprehensive reports on program progress, presenting findings to board members and adjusting strategies as needed.
  • Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering a knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to program participants through prompt response times and attentive assistance with inquiries or concerns.

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Edukids Early Childhood Learning Centers
Bradford, Ontario
02.2012 - 12.2014
  • Implemented hands-on, play based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Communication liaison between center and and approximately 100 guardians to determine the best interests of the child.
  • Maintained a tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards
  • Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and requirements
  • Obtained an F class drivers license to transport children and facilitate the planning of extracurricular programming

General Manager

Fido
Newmarket, Ontario
04.1997 - 05.2000
  • Delivered exceptional client experiences through hands-on leadership of associates and managers.
  • Managed shrink processes and inventory levels for corrective action planning to save costs.
  • Developed employee handbook, detailed job descriptions and workflow plans to formalize operational systems and procedures.
  • Established clear performance goals and metrics for revenue, P&L, customer service and customer retention.
  • Responsible for hiring, training and performance reviews for all staff.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, minimizing waste and ensuring optimal stock levels for uninterrupted operations.
  • Addressed customer complaints and feedback with immediate action, turning dissatisfied customers into loyal patrons.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School
Aurora, ON
05.2001 -

Skills

Time and organizational management

Prioritization

Interpersonal

Software proficient

Curriculum planning

Leadership and supervisory

Timeline

Self Employed Early Childhood Educator

Self Employed Services
01.2015 - Current

Program Coordinator/Business Office Manager

South Simcoe Basketball Club
08.2014 - 08.2023

Early Childhood Educator Assistant

Edukids Early Childhood Learning Centers
02.2012 - 12.2014

High School Diploma -

Cardinal Carter Catholic Secondary School
05.2001 -

General Manager

Fido
04.1997 - 05.2000
Denise DiLelloSelf Employed Early Childhood Educator