Alexa Height
Childcare
Clifton Park,New York
Summary
Kind and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior. Talked with children about personal interests to build relationships and trust. Attentive Job Title with background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Certified in first aid and CPR with dedication to creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for all children.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Nina Bradley
Clifton Park, NY
09.2021 - Current
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Early Preschool Teacher Assistant
Tutor Time Learning Center
Troy, NY
02.2019 - Current
- Maintained tidy and clean classroom consistent with safety and health standards.
- Encouraged children to interact with each other and participate in group activities.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Assisted teacher with developing creative program suitable for preschool children.
- Supervised children during in-classroom activities and on playground.
- Interacted with children one-on-one and in small groups to enhance and support learning activities.
- Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
- Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Communicated with parents to inform about child's progress and classroom behavior.
- Assisted teacher by developing lesson plans to meet educational goals for each child.
- Prepared for lessons by gathering educational materials and setting up equipment.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
Camp Counselor
Southern Saratoga YMCA
Clifton Park, NY
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Documented activities, injuries and accidents to inform parents and maintain consistent records.
Education
High School Diploma -
Neil Hellman
Albany, NY06.2014
Skills
- Schedule Management
- Child Supervision
- Park Supervision
- Routine Management
- Behavior Monitoring
- Homework Assistance
- Activity Planning
- Managing Routines
- Early Childhood Education
- Time Management
- Maintaining Safe Environment
- Dependability
- Following Directions
- Planning Physical Activities
- Meal and Snack Times
- Bathing and Dressing
- Licensed Driver
- Childcare
- Reliability
- Administering Medicines
Timeline
Babysitter
Nina Bradley
09.2021 - Current
Early Preschool Teacher Assistant
Tutor Time Learning Center
02.2019 - Current
Camp Counselor
Southern Saratoga YMCA
06.2016 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Neil Hellman