Amber Young
Weatherford,TX
Summary
Kind and cheerful professional with several years of experience nurturing and caring for children. Successful at directing playtime, enforcing positive behavior and applying behavior redirection to manage challenges. Proven track record of keeping children entertained with fun activities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Preschool Floater
Grace Learning Tree
Aledo, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Provided emotional support for anxious or homesick children who may have been separated from family members for the first time.
- Supervised, monitored, and engaged with children of all ages during outdoor activities.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance and absences of students throughout the day.
- Completed daily reports on each child's behavior, meals served, and naps taken.
- Provided assistance to teachers in maintaining a safe and secure environment for children.
- Assisted in preparing snacks for the children according to nutritional guidelines.
- Attended staff meetings in order to stay up-to-date on new regulations or changes within the facility.
- Developed positive relationships with parents by providing updates on their child's day-to-day progress.
- Enforced discipline policies while keeping an understanding attitude towards the children.
- Observed each child's individual needs and provided appropriate care accordingly.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Collaborated with other daycare assistants to create a cohesive and supportive team environment.
Front of House Employee
Kneaders Bakery
Orem, UT
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Checked food quality regularly before serving it to customers.
- Assisted with training new front of house employees on procedures and policies.
- Communicated orders to kitchen staff in an accurate and timely fashion.
- Resolved any customer complaints or issues promptly with professionalism.
- Maintained cleanliness of dining area by clearing tables and wiping down surfaces.
- Enforced safety protocols within the restaurant environment at all times.
Babysitter/nanny
multiple employers
Weatherford, TX
06.2019 - 08.2023
- Transporting children to school, sports activities, or other engagements when necessary.
- Teaching good manners by setting clear expectations for behavior in various settings.
- Organizing playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Greeting parents upon arrival home from work and providing updates on the day's events.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
Buddy Volunteer
miracle league
Weatherford, TX
02.2015 - 04.2017
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
Education
GED -
Byu Independent Study
Online07-2023
Skills
- Nutrition and Hygiene
- Creative lesson planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Observation and Monitoring
- Social Skills Development
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Infant Care
Certification
- cpr certified
- first aid certified
Timeline
Preschool Floater
Grace Learning Tree
03.2024 - Current
Front of House Employee
Kneaders Bakery
08.2023 - 09.2023
Babysitter/nanny
multiple employers
06.2019 - 08.2023
Buddy Volunteer
miracle league
02.2015 - 04.2017
GED -
Byu Independent Study