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Brooke Richards

Highlands Ranch,CO

Summary

Proven to excel in childcare and community service. I leveraged strong work ethic and empathy to significantly impact families and organizations like Soldiers Angels. Demonstrated adaptability and resilience, enhancing trust and safety in diverse roles from Babysitter to Food Drive Volunteer. Achieved commendable reliability, punctuality, and effective activity planning, earning recommendations across Neighborhood Families. Kind and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior. Talked with children about personal interests to build relationships and trust. Always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills. Attentive worker with background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Certified in first aid and CPR with dedication to creating safe, inclusive and engaging learning environments for all children.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Neighborhood Families
05.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
  • Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
  • Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
  • Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
  • Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
  • Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.


Pet Sitter

Neighborhood Families
01.2022 - Current
  • Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
  • Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
  • Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
  • Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
  • Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
  • Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
  • Built trust with clients by consistently demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in all aspects of pet care provision.
  • Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.

Independent Seller

Neighbors
01.2020 - Current

Initiated, planned, organized, and set up lemonade stands in the neigborhood.

Student Volunteer

Loveland Ski Patrol
02.2024 - 02.2024
  • Took and followed detailed directions from others.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and demonstrating respect for all individuals involved in the project.
  • Strengthened interpersonal communication abilities through constant interaction with diverse populations during volunteering events.
  • Positively impacted the lives of countless individuals within the community by dedicating time, energy, and passion towards meaningful causes as a student volunteer.
  • Enhanced community outreach by organizing and participating in various volunteer events.

Food Drive Volunteer

Soldiers Angels
04.2022 - 04.2022
  • Provided support to local families in need through efficient food distribution efforts.
  • Improved volunteer engagement by providing comprehensive training sessions on various aspects of food drives.
  • Distributed food boxes with carefully selected essentials to families in need.
  • Organized, sorted and stored donations in orderly systems to minimize waste.
  • Packaged up nonperishable food items for food bank visitors.
  • Prepared and packaged boxes during box assembly line phase.

Education

High School Student

Thunder Ridge High School
Highlands Ranch, CO
05.2028

No Degree - Babysitting Course And First Aid Certification

Highlands Ranch Recreation Center
Highlands Ranch
04.2022

Skills

  • Patience and Empathy
  • Time Management
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Reliability
  • Following Directions
  • Dependability
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Child Supervision
  • Adaptability and Resilience
  • Childcare
  • Meal and snack times
  • Managing routines
  • Housekeeping
  • Activity Planning
  • School-age children experience
  • Routine management
  • Playing puzzles and games
  • Reading and Storytelling
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Creative play ideas
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Behavior monitoring
  • Heartsaver First Aid

Accomplishments

  • Received consistent positive remarks for quality of care.
  • Earned numerous referrals to other families due to exceptional reliability, affordable rate, and positive reports.
  • Increased parents' happiness by taking on additional chores and relieving burdens.
  • Positively influenced kids with behavior issues, improving family quality of life.

Timeline

Student Volunteer

Loveland Ski Patrol
02.2024 - 02.2024

Babysitter

Neighborhood Families
05.2022 - Current

Food Drive Volunteer

Soldiers Angels
04.2022 - 04.2022

Pet Sitter

Neighborhood Families
01.2022 - Current

Independent Seller

Neighbors
01.2020 - Current

High School Student

Thunder Ridge High School

No Degree - Babysitting Course And First Aid Certification

Highlands Ranch Recreation Center
Brooke Richards