Danica Wood

Provides guidance to parents on available childcare options and connects them with appropriate resources and providers.

Conducts intake interviews to determine childcare subsidy eligibility and calculate fees according to EEC policies.

Manages assigned caseload by completing reassessments, processing terminations and managing caseload changes when appropriate.

Maintains accurate records and proper documentation.

Monitors and reports parent and provider concerns/complaints to supervisors for a timely resolution.

• Assist with office administration, staff recruitment, and training to ensure efficient operations and compliance with EEC regulations.
• Mentor staff in creating developmentally appropriate activities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Foster strong relationships with parents, enhancing community trust and engagement.
• Oversee center’s safety and compliance with state licensing requirements, contributing to the maintenance of accreditation standards.

• Managed daily administrative operations, contributing to the efficient running of the educational center, and stepped in to ensure continuity of care and education during staff absences.
• Played a pivotal role in staff development, mentoring team members in the creation of developmentally suitable activities and overseeing the safety of learning environments.
• Directed the infant and toddler program, encompassing staff management, observational evaluations, and the design of age-appropriate curriculum.
• Upheld rigorous standards of communication, confidentiality, and compliance with Arizona licensing regulations, fostering trust and strong relationships with parents and ensuring the center’s adherence to safety guidelines.

• Contributed to staff recruitment and conducted comprehensive training to enhance team competencies in creating child-focused educational activities.
• Offered professional guidance to ensure the adherence to safety and health standards in both classroom and outdoor activities.
• Fostered and sustained engaging relationships with parents, while overseeing regulatory compliance to maintain center operations effectively.

• Developed and implemented continuous assessment and evaluation strategies to monitor child development and learning progress.
• Ensured a hygienic and secure setting conducive to infant care and early learning.
• Fostered effective collaboration through clear and professional written and verbal communication with parents and colleagues.

• Managed document preparation and distribution tasks, including photocopying, faxing, and filing, ensuring efficient office operations.
• Maintained comprehensive records for employee office allocations, phone systems, and key distribution to support organizational structure and access control.
• Handled incoming calls, providing initial contact resolution and routing inquiries to appropriate departments for prompt service delivery.