Vonka Taliaferro has over 15 years of experience working in childcare and early childhood education. She is currently a licensed childcare provider and owner of Vonka's Childcare in Hayward, CA, where she implements daily lesson plans and activities to foster children's growth while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment. Prior experience also includes driving for a paratransit company and working as a receptionist where she developed relationships with customers and clients.

1. VONKA TALIAFERRO
376 Bartlett ave. #2, Hayward, CA 94541 | H: (510)397-1921 | C: (510)688-9475 | vonkataliaferro@gmail.com
Summary
Childcare Worker focused on implementing daily curriculum thatwill spark imagination, build self-esteem and help
children discover newthings each day.Childcare Assistant adeptat keeping calm under pressure while continuing to
keep the daycare setting light and playful. Workshard to identifyand rectifybehavioral and educational issues.
Highlights
Licensed Childcare Provider Charting and recordkeeping
Positive reinforcement methods Daycare management expert
Active listener Cheerful and energetic
Reliable and punctual Approachable
Excellent communication skills Behavior managementtechniques
Friendly
Dependable
Engaging
Self-motivated
Experience
owner 04/2009 to 03/2015
Vonka's Childcare Hayward, CA
Organized activities that developed children'sphysical,emotional and social growth.Redirected children to encourage
safe, positive behaviors.Created daily lesson plansfor activities.Physically and verbally interacted with children
throughoutthe day.Made nutritious snacks and meals for 5 children.Established and maintained a safe play environment
for the children.Monitored children's playactivities to verifysafety and wellness.
Driver 02/2007 to 04/2009
A Paratransit Hayward, CA
Completed a dailypre-trip inspection checklist before first delivery of the day.Established long-term customer
relationships through prompt and courteous service.Operated motor vehiclesin a safe and efficientmanner.
Receptionist 01/2005 to 04/2015
Mountain Valley Consultants Oakland, CA
Created repeat business by developing long-term relationshipswith regular customers. Assisted with taxpreparing.
Organized taxforms. Answered incoming phones calls. Scheduled appointments.
Education
Certificate:Early childhood Dev. 2014
Chabot College Hayward, CA, us
Coursework in Early Childhood EducationChild developmentassociate certificate
NA: Business Admin. 1987
San Francisco State Univ. San Francisco, CA
Courseworkin Business Administration