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Monica Wehner

Kirksville

Summary

Highly knowledgeable Daycare Owner/Operator with relevant experience in managing all aspects of daycare operations including staff management, budgeting, and curriculum development. Skills include strong leadership, effective communication, and child development expertise. Demonstrated capability to ensure compliance with state regulations while providing a nurturing environment for children's growth. Impactful background in improving operational efficiency and increasing parent satisfaction through strategic planning and execution.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Daycare Owner/Operator

Ohh 2 B A Kid
Kirksville
07.2023 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, immunizations and other relevant information for each child.
  • Interacted regularly with students throughout the day by playing games, reading stories or engaging them in creative activities.
  • Reviewed applications from prospective families interested in enrolling their children in the program.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for daycare staff, including safety protocols.
  • Established relationships with parents and guardians to foster strong communication regarding their child's progress.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment to promote learning and growth in children.
  • Resolved conflicts between children or between children and staff members in a timely manner.
  • Planned nutritious meals that meet USDA guidelines for nutritional value while also being appealing to young palates.
  • Ensured compliance with local regulations governing child care facilities.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula designed to stimulate physical, mental and emotional development in young children.
  • Managed budgeting responsibilities related to payroll expenses, rent payments and supplies purchases.
  • Ordered necessary materials or equipment required by state regulations.
  • Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments.
  • Achieved budgetary targets by monitoring expenses and resource utilization, cutting waste and strengthening revenue streams.
  • Worked with parents and staff to improve student behavioral and learning issues with proactive approaches.
  • Reviewed and evaluated programs for compliance with state, local and federal regulations.

Operations Coordinator

Wire Co
Kirksville
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Developed strategies for streamlining workflow processes.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability.
  • Coordinated daily operations activities and assigned tasks to staff members.
  • Assisted with the organization and execution of operational processes.
  • Performed quality assurance checks on products prior to shipment.
  • Generated reports detailing performance metrics and progress against goals.
  • Maintained accurate records of all operational activities.
  • Ensured compliance with organizational policies, regulations, and standards.
  • Assessed upcoming projects to forecast projected resource requirements.
  • Allocated resources and materials to respective departments to accommodate needs.
  • Coordinated and managed project tasks to ensure project delivery within established budgets and timelines.
  • Managed inventory control, reducing waste and optimizing stock levels for operational needs.

In Home Daycare Provider

Self Employed Web
Kirksville
08.2009 - 09.2022
  • Developed age-appropriate curriculums that met the developmental needs of each child.
  • Observed children's behavior, documented significant changes in mood or behavior, and reported any concerns to parents.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for the children according to their individual dietary needs.
  • Changed diapers and assisted with bathroom routines.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining professionalism under pressure.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as washing bottles, tidying up toys and cleaning surfaces.
  • Taught basic skills such as color, shape, number recognition, personal hygiene, manners and social skills.
  • Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for the children.
  • Organized activities such as games and outdoor play to encourage physical development.
  • Ensured safety at all times by monitoring entrances and exits from home daycare facility.
  • Read books aloud to stimulate language development among the children.
  • Assisted in potty training when necessary.
  • Established positive relationships with the families by communicating regularly about their children's progress.
  • Encouraged children's social development through interactive play, storytelling and educational activities.
  • Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
  • Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
  • Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in children to alert parents or guardians.

Education

Early Childhood Education - Education

MACC
Kirksville, MO
05-2009

Skills

  • Record keeping and regulatory compliance
  • Policy development and curriculum design
  • Nutritional planning and budget management
  • Operational efficiency
  • Inventory management
  • Child development
  • Budget management
  • Curriculum design
  • Parent engagement
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Infant and toddler care
  • Child assessment
  • Early childhood education
  • Effective communication
  • Child development milestones
  • Child nutrition understanding

Timeline

Daycare Owner/Operator

Ohh 2 B A Kid
07.2023 - Current

Operations Coordinator

Wire Co
09.2022 - 06.2023

In Home Daycare Provider

Self Employed Web
08.2009 - 09.2022

Early Childhood Education - Education

MACC
Monica Wehner