Krystal Francisco
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Dedicated and passionate advocate for children's rights to quality care and early learning. Thrilled to apply for the position of Child Care Licensing Officer at Fraser Health Authority. Strong educational background and professional experience. Eager to utilize expertise in ensuring the well-being and safety of children in licensed child care facilities. This opportunity aligns with my passion and offers a platform to expand knowledge and skills as a Child Care Licensing Officer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Manager
Sidekick's Childcare Center LTD
Coquitlam, British Columbia
11.2019 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive policies and procedures to guide daily operations, ensuring consistency in program delivery and adherence to best practices in early childhood education.
- Managed daily operations of the early childhood facility, ensuring compliance with the Community Care and Assisted Living Act and Child Care Licensing Regulation to maintain a safe environment for children and staff members.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Streamlined administrative processes to improve overall efficiency in day-to-day operations
- Developed annual budgets, managed financial records, and advocated funding for extra staffing support.
- Oversaw staff recruitment and retention efforts, cultivating a team of dedicated professionals who shared a passion for nurturing young learners'' growth and development.
- Mentored new staff members as they acclimated to the demands of their roles, providing guidance and support that fostered their success as early childhood educators.
- Resolved conflicts and administered corrective action to foster positive experience for children and staff.
- Conducted regular staff meetings promoting transparency fostering open exchange discussing ongoing feedback/suggestions for improvements.
- Evaluated staff, offered guidance, and implemented ongoing professional development opportunities for staff members to foster continuous growth and improvement.
- Attended approved training and continuing education courses to maintain certifications.
- Organized family engagement events to build trust between the program staff and parents or guardians of enrolled children.
- Maintained positive relationships with families, fostering open communication and collaboration for children's success.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment that promoted the social-emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development of each child.
- Promoted inclusivity among diverse student population cultivating respect for individual differences.
- Collaborated with staff to develop and implement early childhood play-based curriculum and program activities that offer fun and creative hands-on learning experiences.
Special Needs Educator
Sidekicks Childcare Centre
Coquitlam, BC
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Served as an advocate for children with special needs during IEP meetings, ensuring appropriate accommodations were in place to facilitate success inside and outside the facility.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for children with diverse learning challenges.
- Coordinated with therapists and specialists to integrate recommended interventions into daily instruction, enhancing overall student development.
- Provided suggestions, resources, and support to co workers in creating inclusive environments for all children to participate in all aspects of the childcare program.
- Provided family resources as needed.
- Boosted child engagement and participation through the incorporation of visual aids, hands-on activities, and group work.
- Evaluated child progress regularly through comprehensive assessments, modifying instruction as needed to ensure continuous improvement towards individualized goals.
- Attended professional development opportunities and encouraged fellow educators on best practices in special education teaching techniques, promoting a culture of continuous improvement within the childcare centre.
ECE/Program Supervisor
Poco Dots Childcare Center
Coquitlam, British Columbia
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Opening and closing duties
- Tracking parent fees and bank deposits
- Created and implemented daily age-appropriate curriculum in a 3-5 and school aged classroom
- Maintained healthy and respectful partnerships with the parents, staff
- Promoted diversity within the classroom by integrating multicultural learning materials and fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all students.
- Increased parent satisfaction and involvement by maintaining regular communication through newsletters, emails, and conferences.
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum that focused on cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development of each child.
- Coordinated special events such as open houses, field trips, parent workshops, and fundraisers to strengthen community connections.
- Collaborated with team members to create a positive and safe environment for early childhood education and care.
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating play-based activities and hands-on materials in daily routines.
Education
Early Childhood Education-Special Needs Diploma - Early Childhood Special Education
Douglas College, David Lam Campus
Coquitlam, BC01.2022
Post-Basic Early Childhood Education-Infant/Toddle - Early Childhood Education
Douglas College, David Lam Campus
Coquitlam 01.2022
Early Childhood Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Douglas College, David Lam Campus
Coquitlam, BC01.2018
Skills
- Recordkeeping Expertise
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution Skills
- Skilled at Managing and Prioritizing Multiple Tasks
- Dependable and Professional Work Ethic
Timeline
Early Childhood Manager
Sidekick's Childcare Center LTD
11.2019 - Current
Special Needs Educator
Sidekicks Childcare Centre
08.2019 - 11.2019
ECE/Program Supervisor
Poco Dots Childcare Center
01.2017 - 04.2019
Early Childhood Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Douglas College, David Lam Campus
Early Childhood Education-Special Needs Diploma - Early Childhood Special Education
Douglas College, David Lam Campus
Post-Basic Early Childhood Education-Infant/Toddle - Early Childhood Education
Douglas College, David Lam Campus