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Alaysha Thornton

Detroit,MI

Summary

Compassionate Babysitter known for creating safe, stimulating environments for young children while managing every aspect of care with efficiency. Specialized skills include activity planning, basic meal preparation, and light housekeeping, ensuring both fun and orderliness are prioritized. Excel in communication, patience, and problem-solving to navigate the dynamic needs of children and families with ease.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Babysitter

Private Client
Battle Creek, Michigan
02.2025 - Current
  • Organizing playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
  • Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
  • Encouraging healthy physical activity by taking walks together or playing games outside.
  • Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
  • Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
  • Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
  • Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
  • Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
  • Transporting children to school, sports activities, or other engagements when necessary.
  • Monitoring sleep schedules and adjusting accordingly if needed.
  • Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
  • Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
  • Teaching good manners by setting clear expectations for behavior in various settings.
  • Tailoring activities based on the individual needs of each child under care.
  • Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
  • Developing creative ways to encourage learning through everyday experiences.
  • Helping older children with homework assignments as directed by parents.
  • Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.

Senior Care Companion

Senior Care Partners
Detroit, MI
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
  • Maintained updated records and safeguarded patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA.
  • Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
  • Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
  • Administered prescribed medications under direction from physician.
  • Assisted clients with proper exercises and rehabilitation.
  • Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Documented patient status and reported changes in care needs.
  • Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
  • Cared for disabled children or children with sick or disabled parents.

Cashier

Wendys Fast Food
Detroit , MI
09.2022 - 09.2023
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
  • Kept records of purchases; maintained orderly appearance of checkout area; restocked supplies as needed.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
  • Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.

Education

High School Diploma -

Romulus High School
Romulus, MI
05-2024

Skills

  • Overnight care
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Park supervision
  • Routine management
  • Positive and professional
  • Meal and snack times
  • Upholding discipline rules
  • Age-appropriate routines
  • Child supervision
  • Dependability
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Calm demeanor

Certification

  • Serv Safe

Timeline

Babysitter

Private Client
02.2025 - Current

Senior Care Companion

Senior Care Partners
05.2024 - 01.2025

Cashier

Wendys Fast Food
09.2022 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Romulus High School

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