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Kiara Gil

Dorchester,MA

Summary

Kind and knowledgeable childcare provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children of all ages. Strong, positive communication and interpersonal skills with both children and adults, along with the skills to work patiently and effectively with challenging kids. Pairs 9 years of professional childcare experience and knowledge, with the adaptability to adjust to different families’ needs, and an in-depth educational background of children's emotional and social development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Child Caregiver

Care.com Backup Care
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Supervised and provided care for children ranging from 6 months to 12 years old.
  • Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
  • Organized age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games and outdoor play.
  • Actively listened to concerns expressed by parents and guardians regarding their child's welfare.

Child Caregiver

Town and Country Resources
Seattle, WA
11.2020 - 01.2022
  • Established positive relationships with parents and guardians to communicate daily updates on their child's progress.
  • Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities, developing individual care plans for children based on their needs and interests.
  • Taught basic language and math concepts through play-based learning methods, and through tutoring elementary aged students on their homework and at home learning programs.
  • Provided emotional support when needed during periods of distress or anxiety.

Child Care Provider/Pineapple Life

01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Managed a weekday daycare independently and partnered in organizing and running children's summer day camps.
  • Planned and implemented engaging activities and field trips to encourage creativity and expression.
  • Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing attentive supervision at all times. Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas, including sanitizing toys, furniture, and materials to maintain clean, safe environment.

Preschool teacher / Evergreen Covenant

Mercer Island
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Led bi-monthly Sunday School gatherings for preschool-aged children, conducting educational lessons, facilitating creative projects, and supervising meal periods.
  • Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum according to student learning styles and progress, incorporating music, art and theater into lesson planning.
  • Identified children in need of extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.

Nanny

  • Primary weekday caregiver for an elementary school-aged child during the summertime, entailing supervising, feeding, and overseeing the child's academic preparation for the coming school year.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play, minimizing TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
  • Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.

Camp Counselor / Evergreen Covenant

Mercer Island
  • Worked as a camp counselor for a week-long summer day camp once every summer, caring for children ages 5-11.
  • Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
  • Delivered set curriculum to team of campers to promote engaging and fun atmosphere, encouraging camper participation through enthusiastic leadership style.
  • Acted as ambassador for camp to families by communicating about camper's experience.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.

Secretary/Wadsworth Psychiatric Services

  • Answering the phone, greeting and checking in clients, coordinating and scheduling patient appointments, responding to emails and interfacing with clients.
  • Provided administrative support to the Office Manager and other staff members.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Massachusetts Boston
Boston, MA
05-2024

Skills

  • Educational Background in Infant and Early Childhood Development
  • Experienced in caring for children with various special needs and behavioral issues
  • Strong communication and Interpersonal skills
  • Experienced in implementing positive reinforcement techniques and adapting to different families' disciplinary styles
  • Trained in CPR and First Aid
  • Creativity and Patience

Affiliations

  • Background as equestrian and in children's equestrian training
  • Currently working to attain professional level proficiency in both Spanish and French
  • Play guitar and have had 5 years of vocal training
  • Background in caring for Foster Children and facilitating safe, trusting home environments

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Child Caregiver

Care.com Backup Care
06.2022 - 06.2023

Child Caregiver

Town and Country Resources
11.2020 - 01.2022

Child Care Provider/Pineapple Life

01.2018 - 01.2020

Preschool teacher / Evergreen Covenant

01.2014 - 01.2019

Nanny

Camp Counselor / Evergreen Covenant

Secretary/Wadsworth Psychiatric Services

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Massachusetts Boston

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