Brennae DeBarge
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Caring, competent and warm childcare professional with more than 15 years of experience working with children from infancy up to 17 years of age. Experienced in keeping kids safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. CPR/First-Aid & AED Certified.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Caregiver
Private Family Hire
01.2022 - Current
- Prepped after school snacks and completed light housekeeping
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning
- Safely transported highschoolers from school back home
- Monitored screen time based on parents preferences
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior
- Assisted with after school homework and activities
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Private Family Nanny
Ebony Greene
06.2016 - 07.2019
- Provided Musical Therapy (guitar) to 3 year old toddler as well as other stimulating activities
- Developed creative and educational activities to promote children's learning and development
- Enhanced children's daily routines by establishing and maintaining consistent schedule for meals, milestones, and bedtime
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for extracurricular activities, doctor appointments, and other necessary engagements
- Promoted healthy habits through nutritious meal planning and engaging in regular outdoor activities with the children
- Monitored children's use of technology, ensuring healthy balance of screen time and physical activity
- Managed challenging behaviors calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage selfregulation
- Maintained open and effective communication with parents about children's progress and daily activities, ensuring peace of mind
- Cultivated love for reading in children by regularly reading to and with them, improving their literacy skills
- Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing educational and stimulating activities.
Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School Of Atlanta
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Assisted and supervised 15+ children through entire school day
- Assisted in potty training
- Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management
- Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Newborn/Toddler Nanny
Private Family Client
02.2012 - 07.2015
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, washing of hands
- Assisted in potty training and proper use of restroom
- Managed on time feedings, burping, tummy time and nap time
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to support proper nutrition
- Provided musical and educational stimulation to support relevant milestones and development over a span of 3 years
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth
- Worked on helping infant develop fine motor skills.
Caregiver
Private Family Nanny
05.2007 - 08.2010
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, and meal preparation
- Assisted 2 children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals
- Communicated positively with children and guardians
- Assisted with light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
Education
BUSINESS
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FLCertified Childbirth Educator - Childbirth Education
Birth Arts International
Los Angeles, United States2021
Skills
- CPR training
- Infant care experience
- Housekeeping
- Patience & Empathy
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Music and Dance Encouragement
- Reading and Storytelling
- Toddler care experience
- Teens & Young Adult experience
- Household Management
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
Timeline
After School Caregiver
Private Family Hire
01.2022 - Current
Private Family Nanny
Ebony Greene
06.2016 - 07.2019
Preschool Teacher
The Goddard School Of Atlanta
09.2015 - 04.2016
Newborn/Toddler Nanny
Private Family Client
02.2012 - 07.2015
Caregiver
Private Family Nanny
05.2007 - 08.2010
BUSINESS
Florida Agricultural And Mechanical University
Certified Childbirth Educator - Childbirth Education
Birth Arts International
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