Kayla Salazar
Santa Fe
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Childcare Provider with extensive experience supporting children’s development through engaging activities, structured routines, and attentive care. Skilled in fostering safe environments, promoting healthy habits, and building trust with families. Brings a strong background in customer service, team leadership, and hands-on roles across childcare, agriculture, retail, and service industries.
Professional caregiver with proven track record of providing nurturing and reliable in-home childcare. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with families and other caregivers. Skilled in communication, conflict resolution, and time management, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
In-Home Nanny
Self-Employed Services
08.2021 - Current
- Encouraged positive behavior through consistent and supportive discipline strategies.
- Prepared nutritious meals, managed laundry, and maintained clean play and living areas.
- Assisted with daily hygiene tasks including bathing, dressing, brushing teeth, and diapering.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor activities with attention to safety and developmental needs.
Farm Laborer
Twin Fiya Farm
08.2023 - 11.2025
- Supported operations of an organic farm, including planting, seed care, transplanting, watering, fertilizing, harvesting, and product processing.
- Assisted in constructing greenhouses and installing irrigation systems.
Head Teacher
Playschool of the Art for the Kids
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Created safe indoor and outdoor learning environments for toddler-aged children.
- Built strong communication and rapport with parents to support child development.
- Maintained consistent routines including educational play, mealtimes, and naps.
Personal Shopper
Walmart
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Ensured careful handling and organization of orders, keeping fragile, frozen, and perishable items properly separated.
- Developed positive relationships with store personnel through professionalism and teamwork.
- Provided customer-focused service, including special accommodations and no-contact deliveries.
Dairy Manager
Walmart
06.2018 - 10.2020
- Maintained accurate pricing and signage throughout the department.
- Monitored product quality, removed expired items, and upheld sanitation standards.
- Supported customers with product information and resolved concerns promptly.
Lead Server
IHOP
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge of menu items to assist guests.
- Managed transactions, processed payments, and ensured customer satisfaction.
- Supported staff by handling guest issues with professionalism and composure.
Shift Manager
Einstein Bagels
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Assigned team members to roles that optimized productivity during shifts.
- Managed employee hours, receipts, and inventory logs.
- Trained employees and supported operational improvements.
Shift Supervisor
Albuquerque Aquarium Gift Shop
03.2014 - 07.2015
- Executed opening and closing procedures to support daily operations.
- Oversaw inventory receiving, auditing, and restocking.
- Provided training updates to team members.
Direct Support Provider
Su Vida Services
08.2012 - 02.2014
- Maintained safe, clean environments to support client wellbeing.
- Transported clients to appointments and outings.
- Supported recreational activities, medication supervision, hygiene, and daily living needs.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with clients and families.
Sales Associate
TJMaxx
10.2009 - 02.2014
- Collaborated with management and peers to achieve sales goals.
- Processed merchandise and maintained clean, organized workspaces.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and checkout.
Insurance Sales Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Researched and recommended appropriate insurance and investment options to clients.
- Continued professional development through workshops and trainings.
Education
Child Development Certificate -
Central New Mexico Community College
Albuquerque, NM08.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Siatech Academy
Albuquerque, NM08.2009
Skills
- Childcare & Childhood Development
- Toddler Care & ADLs
- Nannying & Personal Care Support
- First Aid
- Customer Service
- Team & Shift Management
- Sales & Client Relations
- Teaching & Activity Planning
- Medication Assistance
- Organizational Skills
- Stocking, Pricing & Procurement
- Cleaning & Sanitation
- Auditing & Office Support
- Research Skills
- Computer & Basic Networking Knowledge
- Strong work ethic
- Professionalism and discretion
- Reliability and punctuality
- Creative play ideas
- Sleep training methods
- Age-appropriate activity planning
- Language development support
- Patience and tact
- Dependable and responsible
- Problem-solving
- Schedule management
Certification
First Aid Certification
Timeline
Farm Laborer
Twin Fiya Farm
08.2023 - 11.2025
In-Home Nanny
Self-Employed Services
08.2021 - Current
Head Teacher
Playschool of the Art for the Kids
05.2021 - 08.2021
Personal Shopper
Walmart
11.2020 - 05.2021
Dairy Manager
Walmart
06.2018 - 10.2020
Lead Server
IHOP
09.2016 - 06.2018
Shift Manager
Einstein Bagels
07.2015 - 08.2016
Shift Supervisor
Albuquerque Aquarium Gift Shop
03.2014 - 07.2015
Direct Support Provider
Su Vida Services
08.2012 - 02.2014
Insurance Sales Agent
American Income Life Insurance Company
08.2011 - 12.2011
Sales Associate
TJMaxx
10.2009 - 02.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Siatech Academy
Child Development Certificate -
Central New Mexico Community College