FATIMA TREJO
Westminster,CA
Summary
Compassionate and dependable professional with several years of experience caring for and supporting children and families. My background in childcare has strengthened my skills in communication, active listening, adaptability, and relationship building. I am passionate about helping individuals and families through challenges and serving as a support system for them. Eager to bring my transferable skills and commitment to the field of social work.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Watkins Family
Anaheim, California
02.2026 - Current
- Coordinated educational and recreational activities to promote learning and development.
- Provided attentive care and supervision for a 6-month-old in daily activities.
- Coordinated schedules for playdates, appointments, and family events to ensure smooth daily routines.
- Organized children's daily schedules to enhance balance between rest, learning, and play. to optimize rest, learning, and play, promoting overall well-being.
- Engaged with parents regularly to provide updates on development and address any concerns regarding child care.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
- Prepared to administer basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
Guest Support Ambassador
H2go Power Wash
Cypress, California
02.2025 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service to enhance customer satisfaction during car washes.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints in a professional manner.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and service speed.
- Worked closely with team members to ensure efficient service delivery.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and reported any issues to management.
- Performed basic maintenance checks on equipment used in the car wash process.
Private Nanny
Murray Family
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth for two toddlers.
- Structured and maintained daily routines to ensure safety and stability for children.
- Created tailored care plans addressing each child's individual needs and fostering their development.
- Monitored and recognized early signs of emotional and developmental issues, proactively communicating concerns to parents.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and needs.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with the child's interests and skills.
- Administered medication according to physician's instructions according to parental instructions.
Private Nanny
Benett Family
Cypress, CA
01.2024 - 09.2024
- Cared for two children, 11 months old and 5 years old, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment that supported their overall well-being.
- Planned engaging activities to promote children's physical and social development.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Facilitated creative play activities, including reading stories, playing games, and drawing, to enhance children's cognitive and social skills.
- Collaborated with parents through regular communication to update them on children's activities and developmental progress.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
Garden Grove, CA
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Guided youth in developing social, emotional, physical, and intellectual skills through tailored support.
- Facilitated engaging activities that enhanced personal growth and strengthened social skills among youth.
- Set expectations and provided constructive feedback to encourage positive behavior in youth.
- Provided homework help and tutoring in specific subjects.
- Approached conflicts and crisis situations in a calm and professional way.
- Maintained detailed records of actions related to youth program participants. and incidents associated with youth program participants.
- Worked closely with staff to ensure youth needs are being met.
- Attended educational workshops to learn skills to further support youth and physically.
Private Nanny
Josenhan Family
Newport Beach, CA
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Ensured constant safety of children through vigilant monitoring.
- Planned and engaged the infant in age-appropriate educational and recreational activities
- Established and maintained a daily routine
- Designed and implemented activities to support developmental milestones.
- Regularly communicated with parents to provide updates on progress and address any concerns regarding child care.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
Private Nanny
Perez Family
Huntington Beach, CA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Maintained child safety for a 2-month-old and a 3-year-old through vigilant supervision and proactive safety measures
- Fostered strong relationships with children through trust and open communication.
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Transported children to and from school, extracurricular activities, and playdates.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Cultivated lasting relationships with families by fostering open communication and providing regular, constructive feedback.
Mother's Helper
Loung Family
Irvine, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Supported daily childcare routines and activities for Loung family, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support to children during activities, enhancing their well-being.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of all family matters and information.
- Managed household chores, ensuring smooth operation of home by assisting with cooking, cleaning, and laundry.
Mother's Helper
Lin Family
Irvine, CA
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored children's behavior, health, and well-being, as well as physical, emotional, and mental development.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Provided supervision and support for children's daily activities, ensuring safety and meeting their general needs.
- Managed household tasks to maintain a clean and organized living environment.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly parents.
- Monitored elderly parents' health conditions, reporting any changes to the family.
- Supported elderly parents with daily living activities in their home.
Private Nanny
Garcia Family
Westminster, CA
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted with after-school care for a thirteen-year-old.
- Supported homework and projects, ensuring timely completion and fostering academic confidence.
- Prepared healthy meals and snacks, taking dietary needs and restrictions into account.
- Cultivated positive, respectful relationship with teenager while maintaining appropriate boundaries to encourage open communication.
- Provided emotional support by actively listening and offering encouragement and reassurance during challenging moments.
- Monitored the behavior of youth to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Westminster, CA
08.2018 - 12.2020
- Prepared sandwiches tailored to customer specifications and aligned with company standards, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Trained new employees in sandwich preparation techniques and customer service skills, enhancing team efficiency and service quality.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and dining areas, contributing to a positive dining experience.
- Operated cash register, processing transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding customer needs and concerns.
- Answered guest questions, delivering the most accurate and up-to-date information available.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice/ Criminology
Cal State University Of Long Beach
Long Beach, CA12-2025
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA08-2023
High School Diploma -
Westminster Highschool
Westminster, CA06-2020
Skills
- Child Development
- Child & Family Support
- Behavioral Observation
- Crisis Management
- Problem Solving
- Time Management and Organization
- Emotional Support
- Empathy & Compassion
- Active Listening
LANGUAGES
English, Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
Volunteering
Meals on Wheels
Long Beach, CA [ August - December 2025]
- Delivered meals to homebound seniors and individuals with limited mobility.
- Perfomed wellness check-ins and reported any concerns to coordinator.
- Provided friendly conversation to help reduce social isolation among community members.
- Followed assigned delivery routes and schedules to ensure meals were delivered safely.
Certification
- CPR/BLS
Timeline
Private Nanny
Watkins Family
02.2026 - Current
Guest Support Ambassador
H2go Power Wash
02.2025 - Current
Private Nanny
Benett Family
01.2024 - 09.2024
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Club
01.2024 - 03.2024
Private Nanny
Josenhan Family
08.2023 - 01.2024
Private Nanny
Murray Family
01.2023 - 02.2025
Private Nanny
Perez Family
01.2023 - 01.2024
Mother's Helper
Loung Family
01.2022 - 01.2023
Mother's Helper
Lin Family
01.2022 - 01.2023
Private Nanny
Garcia Family
12.2020 - 10.2021
Sandwich Artist
SUBWAY®Restaurants
08.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelors of Science - Criminal Justice/ Criminology
Cal State University Of Long Beach
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Golden West College
High School Diploma -
Westminster Highschool