SHEENA SMITH-WINFIELD
Belleville
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Daycare Owner/Director with 20 years of experience providing exceptional childcare for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Known for building a safe, loving, and educational environment where children grow, learn, and feel valued. Strong reputation for professionalism, parent communication, and high-quality early childhood education.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Owner / Director
Lots of Love Daycare
01.2005 - Current
- - Own and operate a trusted, state-licensed daycare serving infants (6 weeks) through school-age children (12 years).
- - Develop developmentally appropriate lesson plans supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.
- - Maintain all DCFS licensing requirements, inspections, health standards, and childcare compliance records.
- - Manage daily operations including scheduling, enrollment, payroll, budgeting, and parent communication.
- - Train and supervise staff in safety, curriculum implementation, and child behavior guidance.
- - Build strong relationships with families through transparency, daily updates, and ongoing support.
- - Provide a safe, nurturing environment with consistent routines, positive redirection, and structured learning.
- - Coordinate transportation, meal planning, and enrichment activities to enhance each child’s daily experience.
- - Organize field trips, holiday programs, tutoring support, and special events for families.
- - Demonstrate long-term commitment with 20 years of high-quality service and community trust.
- Developed engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans that promoted children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Owned and operated a state-licensed daycare, ensuring compliance with all local regulations and health standards.
- Maintained accurate financial records, overseeing budgeting and payroll to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Collaborated with local schools to provide seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten or other programs.
Education
Master's Degree - Child Care Administration
Bachelor's Degree - Early Childhood Education
Associate’s Degree - Early Childhood
Skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Child Development (Infant–School Age)
- Lesson Planning & Curriculum Development
- Parent & Family Communication
- Classroom Management
- CPR & First Aid
- DCFS Licensing & Compliance
- Staff Training & Leadership
- Recordkeeping & Documentation
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Meal Prep & Nutritional Planning
- Transportation & Scheduling
- Business Operations & Budgeting
Certification
- Illinois Director Credential — Level 2
- Infant and Toddler Credential — Level 5
- Family Child Care Credential — Level 4
- Early Childhood Education (ECE) Credential — Level 5
- DCFS Licensed Childcare Provider
- First Aid & CPR Certified
- Mandated Reporter Certification
- SIDS & Safe Sleep Certification
- Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training
- Food Handler Certification
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Ages Served: 6 weeks – 12 years
- Experience: 20 years of ownership and hands-on childcare
- Environment: Safe, structured, loving, and educational
Timeline
Daycare Owner / Director
Lots of Love Daycare
01.2005 - Current