Katherine Malzone
Franklin,MA
Summary
I seek an opportunity where I can utilize my valuable skills acquired through my many experiences as caregiver to children and animals. I truly enjoy interacting with the energy of children and animals and it brings me joy to care for them.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Dog Walker
Leashrly Life
Norfolk, MA
10.2023 - Current
- Navigated various routes to keep walks interesting and stimulating for dogs while ensuring their safety.
- Formed trusting relationships with all animals and their owners.
- Given access to alarm codes and keys and permission to enter in owners absence.
- Monitored dog behavior and health, reporting any concerns to owners immediately.
- Provided companionship and comfort to animals during walks.
- Fed and watered animals in care, following special diets and regular medication administration schedules.
- Built rapport with dogs using verbal affirmations, petting and approved treats.
Preschool Teacher
Stepping Stones Daycare
Hopedale, MA
02.2014 - 09.2016
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
Toddler Teacher
Just-A-Wee
Mendon, MA
02.2010 - 04.2012
- Utilized positive reinforcement strategies such as praise, rewards, and encouragement to motivate students.
- Worked closely with families to provide individualized care plans for each child.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects, music, storytelling, dramatic play.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Established positive relationships with families by communicating regularly regarding their child's progress and responding promptly to any questions or concerns they had.
Manager Child Care Room
Gold's Gym
Natick, MA
01.1995 - 06.2005
- Ensured safety and well-being to children of all ages while providing quality equipment and toys for engaging activities
- Responsible for hiring caring and competent staff
- Cleanliness of area and materials kept to very high standards.
- Formed trusting relationships with children and parents.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
University of Massachusetts
Amherst, MA01-1990
High School Diploma -
Newton Country Day School of The Sacred Heart
Newton MA01-1986
Skills
- I believe the traits that I possess which have helped me achieve success in all my caregiver positions include being honest, reliable, dependable, trustworthy, caring, responsible, positive and patient
Certification
- EEC Massachusetts
- 9501896
- Lead Teacher Preschool
- Teacher Toddlers/Infants
- Teacher Preschool
- Date Issued 5/24/1996
Timeline
Dog Walker
Leashrly Life
10.2023 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Stepping Stones Daycare
02.2014 - 09.2016
Toddler Teacher
Just-A-Wee
02.2010 - 04.2012
Manager Child Care Room
Gold's Gym
01.1995 - 06.2005
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
University of Massachusetts
High School Diploma -
Newton Country Day School of The Sacred Heart