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Donna Dalton

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Compassionate Home Daycare Provider with experience in creating safe, nurturing environments for children. Strengths include the ability to develop age-appropriate activities and lessons that promote physical, emotional, and cognitive development. Known for fostering strong relationships with parents and engaging effectively with diverse groups of children, leading to improved behavior and increased interest in learning.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Daycare Provider

Self Employeed
Waukegan, IL
09.2002 - Current
  • Managed daily activities and routines for up to 8 children in a home daycare setting.
  • Planned and implemented age-appropriate activities such as arts, crafts, music, games, outdoor play and educational lessons.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all children by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
  • Kept detailed records of attendance, meals served, naps taken and other pertinent information related to each child's care.
  • Provided nutritious snacks and meals according to established guidelines.
  • Instructed children on proper hygiene habits such as hand washing and toileting practices.
  • Organized nap time routines including changing diapers and clothing when necessary.
  • Enforced rules of conduct during indoor and outdoor activities in order to ensure the safety of all participants.
  • Assisted with potty training when needed.
  • Sanitized toys and equipment regularly.
  • Encouraged creative expression through art projects, storytelling and imaginative play.

Cashier (Sales and Related)

Jewel-Osco Inc.
05.1986 - 09.2007
  • Count money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change
  • Monitor checkout stations to ensure that they have adequate cash available and that they are staffed appropriately
  • Process merchandise returns and exchanges
  • Issue receipts, refunds, credits, or change due to customers

Education

High School -

Waukegan High School
Waukegan, IL
06-1986

Skills

  • Nutrition expertise
  • Child development knowledge
  • Health and safety
  • Structured activity planning
  • Special needs experience
  • Infant Care
  • Child Safety
  • Equipment sanitizing
  • Child Supervision
  • Food Preparation and Service
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Multitasking
  • First aid knowledge
  • Infant Care and Feeding
  • CPR Certified
  • First Aid Training
  • Manage behaviors
  • Positive Reinforcement

Timeline

Home Daycare Provider

Self Employeed
09.2002 - Current

Cashier (Sales and Related)

Jewel-Osco Inc.
05.1986 - 09.2007

High School -

Waukegan High School
Donna Dalton