Amanda Herrick
Beaver Dam
Summary
Nurturing early childhood caregiver known for strong interpersonal skills and critical thinking. Proven ability to create engaging educational activities and foster emotional well-being among children. Ready to leverage experience in promoting holistic development and positive behavior.
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in personal care assistance, clear communication, and critical thinking. Committed to fostering nurturing environments and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Caregiver
IRIS
03.2016 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living activities and emotional well-being.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs, ensuring tailored support and improved quality of life.
- Assisted in implementing therapeutic activities that promoted social engagement and cognitive stimulation for clients.
- Upheld strict standards of confidentiality regarding sensitive client information while maintaining open lines of communication among care team members.
- Demonstrated adaptability by tailoring care strategies to accommodate clients'' fluctuating needs or preferences.
- Managed household tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and light housekeeping, enabling a clean and comfortable living environment for clients.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing compassionate and attentive respite care, allowing family members to take necessary breaks.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Early Childhood Caregiver
Community Care Inc.
06.1995 - Current
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to enhance cognitive growth.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring emotional well-being of children.
- Coordinated daily schedules, balancing structured activities with free play for optimal development.
- Implemented positive behavior management strategies, resulting in a well-disciplined and cooperative classroom atmosphere.
- Maintained accurate records of children''s developmental milestones, providing valuable insights for future educational planning.
- Enhanced children''s cognitive development by employing age-appropriate learning activities and games.
- Established strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication lines regarding their child''s progress and needs.
- Supported early literacy development by incorporating storytime activities into daily routines.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to discuss student progress, address concerns, and celebrate achievements.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the day by implementing effective time management techniques.
- Utilized creative teaching methods to engage young learners, sparking their interest in various subjects.
- Created an inclusive learning environment that accommodated students with various cultural backgrounds and abilities.
- Promoted social skills among children through group play and collaborative projects.
- Encouraged physical activity through structured outdoor playtime sessions designed to improve gross motor skills.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending workshops, trainings, and conferences focused on early childhood development and education.
- Assisted in training new staff members on best practices for early childhood education settings, promoting a consistent and high-quality approach across the team.
- Developed customized lesson plans tailored to the individual needs of each child, ensuring optimal learning experiences.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
Education
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Moraine Park Technical College
Fond Du Lac, WI06-2006
High School Diploma -
Beaver Dam High School
Beaver Dam, WI06-1994
Skills
- Interpersonal relationships
- Household maintenance
- CPR training
- Personal care assistance
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Self motivation
- First aid training
Timeline
Respite Caregiver
IRIS
03.2016 - Current
Early Childhood Caregiver
Community Care Inc.
06.1995 - Current
Associates Degree - Early Childhood Education
Moraine Park Technical College
High School Diploma -
Beaver Dam High School