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Jessica Akre

Voorhees Township,NJ

Summary

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

Rowan College At Burlington County

High School Diploma -

The State of New Jersey
Jessica Akre