Angela Hawkinson
Hibbing,MN
Summary
I decided in 2003 to open my own in home daycare because I had 2 small children of my own and it worked out wonderful. This business became very successful. I have cared for over 100 children in my community since I opened. I would like to have a change of pace and try something new. I’d like to become a child care licensor consultant. For my area or close to.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Childcare Provider
Myself
09.2003 - Current
- Built strong relationships with parents through effective communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Maintained clean and organized living and play areas to promote child health and safety.
- Developed engaging activities to help children learn and grow.
- Established and followed stable routine for children to meet emotional and developmental needs.
- Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate educational activities and playtime.
- Encouraged and supported self-help skills to establish independence.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor excursions like visits to local parks or nature walks around the neighborhood.
- Maintained cleanliness of childcare spaces by performing regular housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dishes, and sanitizing toys.
- Assisted with toileting, dressing and hygiene to meet child's personal needs.
- Monitored children's development and discussed observations with parents.
- Provided emotional support to children by actively listening and offering guidance when needed.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, mealtime, and playtime, creating a structured environment conducive to learning.
- Served as a positive role model for children in my care by exhibiting patience, kindness, and a strong work ethic on a daily basis.
- Encouraged positive behavior by setting clear expectations and providing consistent discipline.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Improved language skills in young learners through engaging storytelling sessions and interactive games.
- Established a safe and nurturing environment for children, resulting in increased trust from parents.
- Managed schedules, activities, and transportation for multiple children, maintaining punctuality and efficiency.
- Administered medication following instructions from parents and physicians.
- Developed customized care plans to address the individual needs of each child, ensuring their well-being and growth.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Efficiently managed the financial aspects of a home-based childcare business, such as budgeting expenses and tracking payments from parents.
- Administered first aid when necessary while adhering to all safety guidelines outlined by certification courses completed annually.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Collaborated with parents to develop strategies for addressing behavioral issues or developmental concerns in their children.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Facilitated socialization among peers through group activities designed to promote teamwork skills and cooperation among children.
- Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
- Organized creative arts and crafts projects, fostering self-expression and cognitive development in children.
- Continuously updated knowledge on early childhood education best practices through professional development workshops attended regularly throughout my career as a Home Childcare Provider.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
Education
Cook High
Cook, MN1996
Skills
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Language skills
- Early Childhood Education
- Activities Planning
- Nutrition knowledge
- Creative Play Techniques
- Early Childhood Development
- Social and academic development
- Activity Planning
- Care Planning
- Child development expertise
- Housekeeping
- Social Development
- Patience and Empathy
- Positive Reinforcement
- Mental health awareness
- Meal Preparation
- Basic Housekeeping
- CPR training
- Social support
- Safety Consciousness
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Behavior Modeling
- Boundary Setting
- Safety awareness
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Special Needs Care
- Behavior management techniques
- Child Nutrition
- Calendaring and Scheduling
- Decision-Making
- Caring and Responsible
- Health and safety
- Infant Care
- Food Preparation and Service
- Housekeeping abilities
- Youth Mentoring
- Creative Thinking
- Child Supervision
- Problem-Solving
- Child Safety
- Infant Care and Feeding
- Childcare Regulations
- Friendly and Respectful
- Goal Setting
- Emotional development
Timeline
Home Childcare Provider
Myself
09.2003 - Current
Cook High