Katelin Wagner
CastlePines,CO
Summary
Dynamic child welfare professional with extensive experience at the State of Colorado, specializing in individualized care plans and advocacy for children's needs. Proven ability to enhance child development through strategic activity planning and effective family engagement. Committed to regulatory compliance and fostering a nurturing environment for optimal well-being.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Provider
State of Colorado
Castle Pines, CO
01.2021 - Current
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to children's specific needs.
- Monitored children's physical and mental health, reporting concerns promptly.
- Coordinated support services with social workers and agencies for comprehensive care.
- Facilitated family visits to strengthen relationships between children and families.
- Ensured adherence to state regulations and foster care policies.
- Maintained accurate records documenting each child's progress in the system.
- Participated in training sessions to advance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Advocated for children's needs during case meetings and court hearings.
Private Nanny
Doctors
Alexandria, Minnesota
01.2011 - 12.2017
- Watched one family with a set of infant twins along with their 2 toddler brothers for 4 years
- Watched newborn Baby for 2 years
- Planned and executed engaging activities to promote children's development and education.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment during daily routines for optimal child well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to children's dietary needs and preferences.
- Communicated effectively with parents about children's progress and developmental needs.
- Organized playdates and social activities to foster peer interactions among children.
- Managed schedules for school drop-offs, extracurricular activities, and appointments.
- Supported emotional well-being through attentive listening and guidance during interactions.
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Stepping Stones Daycare
Alexandria, Minnesota
05.2009 - 11.2010
- Created engaging lesson plans for infants to enhance cognitive and motor skills.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development and daily activities.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment during care routines.
- Implemented developmental assessments to monitor infant growth and progress.
- Organized age-appropriate activities to foster social interaction among infants.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Alexandria Technical College
Alexandria, MNSkills
- Individualized care plans
- Child development strategies
- Regulatory compliance
- Advocacy for children
- Progress documentation
- Case management
- Family engagement
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- First aid and CPR
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Positive reinforcement
- Boundary setting
- Safety planning
- Activity planning
- Nutrition planning
- Child welfare services
Affiliations
- Kids sporting and school activities
- Hiking
- Playing outdoors
- Swimming
- Snowboarding
Timeline
Foster Care Provider
State of Colorado
01.2021 - Current
Private Nanny
Doctors
01.2011 - 12.2017
Lead Infant Room Teacher
Stepping Stones Daycare
05.2009 - 11.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Alexandria Technical College