JENNIFER
KING
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Edmond, OK 73013
Dedicated childcare provider inspired by providing children warm, nurturing environments for optimal development. Driven to coordinate activities focused on skill-building, social development and positive interactions. Skilled in planning and preparing nutrient-dense meals to support strong growth, while managing allergens and dietary restrictions.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Self Employed - In-Home Childcare Provider
Edmond, OK • 04/2013 - Current
OK City/County Health Department - Teen Pregnancy Prevention Educator
OKC • 07/2012 - 02/2013
OKDHS - Childcare Licensing Specialist II/III
Oklahoma City, OK • 08/2006 - 07/2012
WORK HISTORY
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
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Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
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Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
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Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
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Partnered with parents to assess and achieve developmental milestones
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Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
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Partnered with agencies and organizations driving improvements in community health.
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• Prepared presentations on health and safety concerns for public. Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
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Taught health education classes for community workers and members of public.
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• Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. Stayed up-to-date on State laws and licensing requirements to complete accurate and efficient reviews.
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Updated operational records or licensing information using computer terminals.
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Worked closely with applicants to determine eligibility and verify accuracy and integrity of application data.
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Monitored Family Childcare Homes and Centers for safety and adherence to Licensing requirements
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SKILLS
• Daycare Management
• Early Childhood Development
• Activities Leadership
• Social Development
• Adaptable Communication
• Early Education
• Behavior Modeling
Social and Academic
Development
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• Support Networks
• Licensing Requirements
• Imaginative Play-Based Learning
• Support Parents
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK • 05/2004
Master Of Social Science: Family
Life Education
Emphasis on Child Development
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK • 05/2001
Bachelor Of Arts: English Language
And Literature
Emphasis on grammar and written
communication
EDUCATION
OKDHS - Child Support Specialist
Oklahoma City, OK • 06/2004 - 08/2006
Maintained professional working relationships with childcare providers
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• Provided appropriate resources for providers, families and children Monitored cases for support order compliance and made adjustments.
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Performed case management tasks to enforce court-ordered child support obligations.
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Researched legal, financial and other records to obtain data needed to secure and enforce child support cases.
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• Explained policies, procedures and instructions to parents.
• Calculated child support obligations and debts.
• Provided genetic testing to determine paternity needs. Evaluated income and expense data of non-custodial parents to determine support capability.
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Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
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