Deana O.

Meet Deana

• Early Childhood Special Education Certification
• Speaks English and Spanish
• Comfortable with pets
• Has a car

Over twenty five years of experience in child care industry. Prior Federal service experience as Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant. Completed Child Development Associate (CDA) for Infant and Toddler. Certified in First Aid, Adult, Child & Infant CPR & AED. Hands-on experience working in a Child Development Center. Exceptional knowledge of day care programs. Through knowledge and understanding of regulations and standards surrounding Child Development. Knowledgeable in organizing and participating in sporting, creative, social and educational activities with children. Outstanding ability to establish positive and professional relationships. Excellent written and oral communication skills. High patience, understanding, and interest in providing care to children. Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work well in a team environment. Able to create a workable schedule to meet deadlines efficiently. Assertive, self-motivated, goal-oriented, organized and efficient. Maintaining control of and accounting for whereabouts and safety of children and youth. As the Lead Read more plan for program participants. Helping establishing a program environment that promotes positive child and youth interactions with other children, youth and adults. Helping prepare, arrange and maintain indoor and outdoor activity areas and materials to accommodate daily schedule. Prepare curriculum/program materials and develop a list of needed supplies and equipment. Interact with children and youth using approved child guidance and youth development techniques. Interacting professionally with staff members, parents and the Command. Supervising children and youth during daily schedule of indoor and outdoor activities, on field trips, outings and special events. Promoting and modeling safety, fitness, health and nutrition practices Notifying supervisor on health, fire and safety compliance concerns. Helping arrange for/serve appropriate snacks/meals where applicable. Observing a program participating for signs that may indicate illness, abuse or neglect and reports as directed.

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