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Certification
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Kayden Tafoya

Kayden Tafoya

Eaton,CO

Summary

Dynamic and reliable childcare professional with extensive experience at The Learning Experience, adept at fostering strong relationships with families and supporting diverse learners. Skilled in meal preparation and child supervision, I create engaging environments that promote emotional well-being and development, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere for children to thrive.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nanny

Brittany Hubbell
03.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

The Learning Experience
05.2022 - 05.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
  • Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs, supporting diverse learners in reaching their full potential.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized, and inviting classroom environment that encouraged exploration and learning.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop a cohesive and consistent curriculum for the Toddler Room.

Server

The Main Event Inc.
03.2021 - 05.2022
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Ranch Hand

Denny Ranch
05.2016 - 03.2021
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
  • Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Kept grounds clean and orderly by monitoring and repairing fences, shoveling snow and removing debris.
  • Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
  • Ensured healthy livestock through regular monitoring, vaccination, and treatment of illnesses.
  • Enhanced ranch safety by conducting regular equipment maintenance checks and repairs.
  • Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.
  • Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
  • Improved ranch efficiency by implementing modern agricultural practices and techniques.
  • Aided in maintaining a positive workplace culture by fostering open communication channels among team members at all hierarchical levels.
  • Assisted in the safe birth of livestock by monitoring pregnant animals closely and acting as a birthing assistant when necessary.
  • Built strong relationships with local veterinarians to ensure timely access to professional advice on animal health issues.

Education

1 Year - Exercise Science

Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Aims Community College
Greeley, CO

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO
05-2027

High School Diploma -

Severance High School
Severance, CO
05-2022

Skills

  • Friendly
  • Reliability and trustworthiness
  • Approachable
  • Schedule management
  • Toddler care experience
  • Infant care experience
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Active listener
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Activity planning
  • Child development
  • Meal preparation
  • Arts and crafts
  • First aid certified
  • Child supervision
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Reading and storytelling
  • Reliable transportation
  • First aid
  • Creative play
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Bilingual in Spanish
  • Potty training

Accomplishments

  • Supervised groups of 8 children aged 1 months to 15 years of age.

Certification

CDA - Childcare Development Associate Licensure

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Pilates
  • Yoga
  • Gym Workouts
  • High-Intensity Interval Training
  • Marathon training and competeing
  • Art and paitning

Timeline

Nanny

Brittany Hubbell
03.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher, Toddler Room

The Learning Experience
05.2022 - 05.2023

Server

The Main Event Inc.
03.2021 - 05.2022

Ranch Hand

Denny Ranch
05.2016 - 03.2021

1 Year - Exercise Science

Colorado Mesa University

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Aims Community College

Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education

Front Range Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education

University of Northern Colorado

High School Diploma -

Severance High School

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