KRISTI HAMMACK
GARLAND
Summary
Upbeat and energetic childcare provider with Child and Infant CPR/First Aid knowledge. Supports educational, entertainment and home requirements for parents. Responsive, dependable and vigilant with highly protective nature.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant
Rise Academy
09.2023 - Current
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic success.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational best practices and enhance teaching skills.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
Childcare Provider
Kay Oliver
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and selfexpression.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines, promoting overall health among the children in care.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Facilitated naptime routines for toddlers to ensure adequate rest periods throughout the day for optimal growth and development.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions by maintaining open communication with parents and ensuring a safe environment for children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
Private Nanny
Randi Blount
05.1998 - 02.2003
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Private Nanny
Mindy Fahnestock
05.1998 - 02.2003
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Education
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Texas Woman's University
Denton, TX1989
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Houston, TX05.1984
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Schedule Management
- Educational Support
- Social integration
- Activities Planning
- Emotional Support
- Light Housekeeping
- Social skill development
- Language skills
- Infant Care
- CPR training
- Laundry
- Creative Activity Planning
Timeline
Teaching Assistant
Rise Academy
09.2023 - Current
Childcare Provider
Kay Oliver
08.2016 - 04.2020
Private Nanny
Randi Blount
05.1998 - 02.2003
Private Nanny
Mindy Fahnestock
05.1998 - 02.2003
Associate of Arts - Fine Arts
Texas Woman's University
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
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