Grace Smiley
Pacific,MO
Summary
Attentive child care provider 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
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Meramec Valley R III School District
Pacific, MO
05.2017 - Current
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Sanitized tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Offered top-notch care to 14+ children at once, ranging in age from 5 to 10.
- Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and play time.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri - St Louis
St Louis, MO05.2024
Skills
- Organization and Attention to Detail
- Group Discipline
- Planning and Leading Activities
- Class Activity Oversight
- Relationship Building
- Caring and Responsible
- Conflict Resolution
- Homework Assistance
Accomplishments
- Selected for the deans list for the fall and spring semesters of 2019, 2020 and 2021.
- Selected to be a team captain for my volleyball team for 3 seasons.
- Selected for a lead position at Meramec Valley R-III School District's School Age Child Care.
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Meramec Valley R III School District
05.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Missouri - St Louis