Amira Guzman
Magna,UT
Summary
Proactive and caring worker with 15 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Skilled at managing supplies, cleaning work areas and monitoring safety concerns in the interests of children and team members. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant
Shiny Little Stars
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
Childcare Volunteer Teacher
South Mountain Community Church International Camp
11.2023 - Current
- Promoted a safe and nurturing classroom environment where students felt comfortable asking questions and sharing ideas freely.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Enhanced learning experiences by incorporating specialized tools and resources tailored to the needs of special education students.
Babysitter
Hiller Family
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
Elementary School Teacher
Corporacion Educativa Minuto De Dios
02.2015 - 11.2020
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Utilized data-driven instruction techniques to analyze student performance trends and adjust teaching methods accordingly for optimal results.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Universidad Simon Bolivar
Barranquilla, Colombia12.2000
Skills
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Infant Care
- Health and safety
- Early Childhood Education
- Early Childhood Development
- Parent-Teacher Communication
- Classroom Organization
- Social Development
- Activities Planning
- Social and academic development
- Nutrition planning
- Meal coordination
- Friendly and Respectful
- Creative Thinking
Hobbies
- Volunteering
- Community service
- Reading professional books or articles
- Learning new skills
- Taking online courses
- Participating in mentorship programs
- Hiking
- Travel
- Learning new languages
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Shiny Little Stars
06.2024 - Current
Childcare Volunteer Teacher
South Mountain Community Church International Camp
11.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Hiller Family
11.2022 - 05.2023
Elementary School Teacher
Corporacion Educativa Minuto De Dios
02.2015 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Universidad Simon Bolivar