Heather Dickey
Cressona,Pennsylvania
Summary
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children. Experienced caring for 15 children of varying ages over the past 14 years with whom I still have relationships. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Independently Employed
Cressona, Pennsylvania
06.2012 - 02.2021
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
Assistant Group Supervisor
Discovery Workshop
Schuylkill Haven, PA
08.2005 - 06.2012
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
- Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pine Grove Area High School
Pine Grove, PA06-1992
Skills
- Lesson Plan Development
- Activity Planning
- Meal Preparation
- Patience
- Compassionate
- Good Communication
- Empathy
- Flexibility
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Independently Employed
06.2012 - 02.2021
Assistant Group Supervisor
Discovery Workshop
08.2005 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Pine Grove Area High School
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