Kristin Ramaeker
Omaha,NE
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience, adept at fostering child development through engaging, play-based learning. Skilled in meal preparation and nurturing special needs students, I consistently promote positive reinforcement and maintain a safe, organized environment. Committed to enhancing children's social and emotional growth while ensuring their well-being.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Nanny
Dr Elena Strunk
Omaha, NE
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties.
- Did child's laundry.
- Made bottles and did feedings throughout the day.
- Read stories and helped with working on core muscle strength.
- Changed diapers, gave baths and got baby dressed.
Nanny
Amanda Bass
Papillion, NE
04.2023 - 11.2024
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elkhorn South High School
Elkhorn, NE
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked as a Para-Professional for Special Needs Students with Autism,TBIs, Down Syndrome and Cerebral Palsy.
- Performed daily hygiene care, assisted with life-skills instruction and reinforcement and academic reinforcement.
- Also assisted with lunch including preparation, eating assistance and G-Tube
- Liaised one-on-one with learners to provide additional support tailored to specific learning needs.
Preschool Teacher Leader
Stonebridge Christian Church
15801 Butler Ave. Omaha, NE 68164
09.2016 - 05.2022
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted and supervised 15 children through entire school day.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
- Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
Education
Certification - Dental Assistant
Omaha College of Health Careers
Omaha, NE09-1996
Skills
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Special needs experience
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving record
- Newborn care
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Meal preparation
- Organized and goal oriented
- Punctual
- Competent
- Nurturing
Timeline
In-Home Nanny
Dr Elena Strunk
11.2024 - 04.2025
Nanny
Amanda Bass
04.2023 - 11.2024
Special Education Paraprofessional
Elkhorn South High School
09.2021 - 05.2022
Preschool Teacher Leader
Stonebridge Christian Church
09.2016 - 05.2022
Certification - Dental Assistant
Omaha College of Health Careers