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Abigail LaBolt

Versailles,IN

Summary

Skilled Childcare Provider with 2 years of experience, offering a hardworking and reliable approach to child development and early childhood education. Dedicated to supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about creating safe and nurturing environments that enhance learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques that promote overall health and wellness. Experience caring for infants as young as Number weeks, familiar with feeding, changing, and physical development needs. Adept at teaching baby sign language and promoting positive behaviors. Proactive and caring worker with Number years of combined experience, possessing strong communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities, always looking for opportunities to make a difference. Dedicated Teacher with a goal to provide students with a safe and nurturing learning environment. Possessing excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Childcare gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrating strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills, prepared to start a career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork abilities, proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills, brings a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability. Equipped with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills, committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills, poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges with dedication and enthusiasm, prepared to advance organizational objectives while bringing versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Recognized for adaptability and a proactive approach in delivering effective solutions. Brings a fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Infant Teacher

1st Infamt Toddler Kinder Ready Center LLC
04.2024 - Current
  • Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
  • Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents to foster trust and open communication regarding their child''s wellbeing.
  • Used proper sanitizing techniques for toys, surfaces, and equipment.
  • Provided thorough documentation of each child''s day-to-day activities, achievements, concerns, or incidents for both internal records and parental review upon request.
  • Promoted development of social, emotional, and communication skills in infants.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to promote desirable behavior among infants.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching methods, including storytelling, music, and visual aids, to stimulate infant curiosity and interest in learning.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
  • Supported the emotional needs of infants through consistent care, comfort, and validation of feelings.
  • Promoted cognitive development through interactive play sessions and sensory experiences.
  • Established clear expectations for infant behavior using age-appropriate boundaries.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
  • Kept children between ages of 12 weeks and 2 years safe and secure with vigilant oversight.

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Jackson Street Kids Academy
08.2023 - 03.2024


  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
  • Encouraged language acquisition through story time sessions, incorporating props and visuals to enhance comprehension skills.
  • Kept children between ages of 12 months and 3 years safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Coordinated engaging arts-and-crafts projects for students to express their creativity while developing fine motor skills.
  • Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
  • Created engaging sensory-based activities that stimulated cognitive development in young learners.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop daily schedules, lesson plans, and curriculum for diverse age groups.
  • Implemented emergency procedures when necessary to maintain the safety of all participants within the daycare setting.
  • Addressed behavioral concerns promptly by working closely with lead teachers and parents to implement corrective actions.
  • Encouraged physical activity and coordination through structured outdoor play.

Waitress

Crossroads
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
  • Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
  • Supported teamwork atmosphere among staff members through clear communication and collaboration during shifts.
  • Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
  • Collaborated with team members to consistently provide efficient service during peak hours.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Managed cash transactions accurately, ensuring proper change was provided to customers as needed.
  • Built rapport with regular customers through friendly interactions and attentiveness to their preferences.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new menu items and incorporating them into knowledgeable recommendations for guests.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Processed orders and sent to kitchen employees for preparation.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.

Education

High school diploma -

Jennings County High School
North Vernon, IN
06.2023

Skills

  • Strong multitasking
  • Team Collaboration
  • Cleanliness
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Handling Complaints
  • Payment Processing
  • Service prioritization
  • Memory retention
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Child Safety
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Lesson Planning
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Health and safety
  • Active listener
  • Loves children
  • Friendly and likeable
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Approachable
  • Child Care
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Caring and Understanding
  • Infant Care
  • Classroom Management
  • Decision-Making
  • Social Development Activities
  • Parent Communication
  • Social Skills Development
  • Activity Planning
  • Positive Role Model
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Classroom Instruction
  • Curriculum Planning
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Efficient under pressure
  • Child Development
  • Strong computer skills
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Gentle Discipline
  • Language skills
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Arts, crafts, and games
  • Nutrition
  • Housekeeping
  • Child psychology knowledge
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Safety awareness
  • Housekeeping skills
  • Professionalism and Ethics
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Recordkeeping skills
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Motor Skills Development
  • Feeding techniques
  • Nurturing Attitude
  • Formula guidelines
  • Child Nutrition

Certification

Driver's License, 10/01/21, Present

Timeline

Infant Teacher

1st Infamt Toddler Kinder Ready Center LLC
04.2024 - Current

Daycare Assistant Teacher

Jackson Street Kids Academy
08.2023 - 03.2024

Waitress

Crossroads
08.2022 - 11.2022

High school diploma -

Jennings County High School
Abigail LaBolt