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Ceericka Townsend

Crandall

Summary

Dedicated Child Caregiver with a proven track record at Little Scholars Development Center, where I enhanced children's social skills and academic success through innovative educational games and effective behavior management techniques. Expert in early childhood education and CPR trained, I fostered a 30% increase in group cooperation and learning engagement.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Caregiver

Little Scholars Development Center
01.2020 - 02.2025
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
  • Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Created a safe environment through routine inspections of play areas, toys, and equipment for potential hazards.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Prepared healthy meals following dietary guidelines or specific parent instructions while considering individual food preferences or allergies.
  • Collaborated with parents to develop individualized care plans addressing specific needs of their children.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges faced while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
  • Managed behavioral issues effectively by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations.
  • Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
  • Assisted with homework completion, reinforcing subject matter comprehension and academic success.
  • Promoted healthy habits by encouraging regular exercise, outdoor play, and nutritious meals.
  • Supported cognitive development with age-appropriate learning materials and engaging educational games.
  • Developed fine motor skills with hands-on activities such as arts and crafts or puzzles.
  • Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.
  • Enhanced children's social skills by organizing group activities and promoting teamwork.
  • Fostered emotional development by providing support, guidance, and encouragement during challenging situations.
  • Provided transportation to extracurricular activities, ensuring punctuality and fulfilling parental requests.
  • Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
  • Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
  • Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Documented children's growth and development.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
  • Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
  • Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
  • Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
  • Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.

Education

Child Development -

Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TX
06.2028

Child Development -

Skyline Magnet High School
Dallas, TX
04.2018

Skills

  • CPR training
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Hygiene and cleanliness
  • Early childhood education
  • Activity planning
  • Activities planning
  • Language skills
  • Household chores assistance
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Diaper changing
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Physical fitness encouragement
  • Child development
  • Schedule management
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • Music and arts appreciation
  • Meal preparation
  • Early childhood development
  • Motor skills development
  • Social and academic development
  • Materials management
  • Social skills teaching
  • Light housekeeping
  • Social development
  • Homework help
  • Sleep training techniques
  • Social integration
  • Technology-savvy
  • Literacy development
  • Nutrition expertise
  • Child safety awareness
  • Behavior modeling
  • Care planning
  • Potty training assistance
  • Travel planning and coordination
  • Transportation and driving
  • Educational support
  • Allergy awareness
  • Pet care
  • Patience and tact
  • Licensing and compliance
  • Activities leadership
  • Early education
  • Bilingual communication
  • Feeding support
  • Childhood development
  • Tutoring experience
  • Special needs experience
  • Safety awareness
  • Child supervision
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Infection control
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Childcare
  • Housekeeping
  • Lesson plan development
  • Curriculum planning
  • Healthy environments
  • Recordkeeping requirements
  • Care management
  • Interpersonal relationships
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Toilet training
  • Emotional development
  • Field trip planning
  • Dietary requirements
  • Infection control policies
  • Group leadership
  • Safety
  • Sanitation
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Planning and leading activities
  • Activity management
  • Special needs care
  • Microsoft office
  • Observing and monitoring behavior
  • Conflict resolution
  • Youth mentoring
  • Child nutrition
  • Calendaring and scheduling
  • Food preparation and service
  • Child safety
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Creative thinking
  • Caring and responsible
  • Problem-solving
  • Coordination and teamwork
  • Health and safety
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Friendly and respectful
  • Time management
  • Child development knowledge
  • Child safety procedures
  • Recreation planning
  • Reading skills
  • Child development support
  • Social development oversight
  • Security control
  • Group management
  • Classroom recordkeeping

Timeline

Child Caregiver

Little Scholars Development Center
01.2020 - 02.2025

Child Development -

Trinity Valley Community College

Child Development -

Skyline Magnet High School
Ceericka Townsend