Arlene James
Beverly,NJ
Summary
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children. Comfortable caring for individuals of varying ages. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Caretaker
Self-employeed
Beverly, NJ
03.2019 - Current
- Made nutritious snacks and meals for 3 children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits involving eating, resting and hygiene habits.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 3 months to 7 years old.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment.
Child Care Provider
Self Employed Services
Lumberton, NJ
07.2006 - 10.2008
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Instilled discipline and maintained order with children by using simple and commanding directives.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and activities for children of various ages.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Dressed children and changed diapers.
- Kept records of daily observations and information about activities, meals served and medications administered.
Hospitality Worker
Showboat Casino Hotel
Atlantic City, NJ
11.2005 - 05.2006
- Welcomed customers to property and offered immediate assistance with needs.
- Supported team operations by keeping supplies well-stocked and stations ready for guest service.
- Assisted guests by promptly responding to questions, requests and concerns.
- Computed bills, collected payments and made change for guests.
- Input and confirmed reservations for guests.
- Transmitted and received messages using telephones or telephone switchboards.
- Advised housekeeping staff of rooms vacated and ready for cleaning.
- Assisted guests at check-in, providing information on various services within hotel.
- Reviewed accounts and charges with guests during check out process.
- Verified customer credit to establish payment method for accommodations.
Hospitality Worker
Days Inn Hotel
McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ
12.2004 - 09.2005
- Handled payment processing and provided customers with receipts and proper bills and change.
- Welcomed patrons to front desk and engaged in friendly conversations while conducting check-in process.
- Greeted visitors to provide information and direct to appropriate personnel.
- Answered multi-line phone system and managed calls by routing to proper extensions or taking messages.
- Worked with housekeeping and maintenance staff to address and resolve building and room issues.
- Input customer data into reservation systems and updated to reflect room changes.
- Preserved office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via reception desk.
- Investigated and analyzed client complaints to identify and resolve issues.
- Supplied callers with office address and directions, employee email addresses and phone extensions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Boys And Girls High School
Brooklyn, NY06.1977
Skills
- Toilet Training
- Sanitation Understanding
- Child Development
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Early Childhood Knowledge
- Creative Arts Talent
- Safety Understanding
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Housekeeping Abilities
- Reading Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Activity Planning
- Group Leadership
- Dietary Requirements
- Child Supervision
- Recordkeeping Requirements
Timeline
Child Caretaker
Self-employeed
03.2019 - Current
Child Care Provider
Self Employed Services
07.2006 - 10.2008
Hospitality Worker
Showboat Casino Hotel
11.2005 - 05.2006
Hospitality Worker
Days Inn Hotel
12.2004 - 09.2005
High School Diploma -
Boys And Girls High School