Daycare teacher's assistant with 6 years of experience supporting daily operations of early childhood care center. Specializing in children ages less than 1 to 5 years old. Proven experience focusing on infant and toddler care. Helping reinforce new stages of development in fine and gross motor skills, cognitive advancements and behavioral maturity. A genuine love and passion working with children and involving the parents as much as possible. My career goal is to someday become a children's therapist.
Work History
Exotics Veterinary Technician Assistant
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2022
Restocked surgical and office supplies to keep all necessary materials easily accessible.
Cleaned and disinfected exam areas, surgical equipment, and kennels to prevent diseases and control odors.
Restrained animals to protect veterinarians from potential harm.
Educated caregivers and guardians on animal care, nutrition, medical conditions and disease management.
Answered owner animal health questions and advised on best care practices.
Recorded symptoms and documented medical observations to inform treatment decisions.
Administered medications to animals in treatment and documented changes in condition.
Performed radiograph testing to assist doctors in making informed diagnoses and determining best treatment plans.
Collected patient biopsies and blood samples for laboratory analysis.
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
M'Kor Shalom Early Childhood Center
06.2013 - 08.2019
Oversaw children in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
Read and told stories to promote and support overall language development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
05.2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Rowan College At Burlington County
Mount Laurel, NJ
05.2024
High School Diploma -
The State of New Jersey
Burlington
01.2020
Skills
Professional Babysitter and Nanny
Summer Camp Counselor
Child Psychology Knowledge
Toddler-Preschool Age-Group Experience
Nurturing Environment
Promoting Social and Emotional Development
Positive Reinforcement Methods
Classroom Maintenance and Inventory
Mealtime Assistance
Allergen Knowledge
Timeline
Exotics Veterinary Technician Assistant
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital
05.2020 - 08.2022
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
M'Kor Shalom Early Childhood Center
06.2013 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Rowan University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts And General Studies