KRISTIN VENEGAS
Cedar Park,TX
Summary
Childcare professional prepared to provide high-quality care and support. Proven history of fostering positive relationships and creating structured routines for children. Utilizes creative strategies to engage children in educational activities and promote development. Knowledge of household management and effective communication with parents to maintain supportive and nurturing environment. Known for adaptability and teamwork, ensuring collaborative and harmonious home environment. Proficient in child safety and educational activities.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Haaker
01.2024 - Current
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication as needed.
- Implemented creative learning strategies.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
Nanny
Chavez-Gomez
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Assisted with ensuring children were logging into online school.
- Assisted with school and homework as needed.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Managed children's schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
- Provided overnight care for children with various ages and needs, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the night.
- Supported families during transitions such as new siblings or moving homes, creating a stable environment for children during change.
- Organized fun evening activities that engaged children while also promoting relaxation before bedtime routines commenced.
- Promoted independence among children by encouraging them to complete age-appropriate tasks themselves within the context of an overnight setting.
- Implemented detailed record-keeping practices to document diaper changes, bottle feedings, and sleep times allowing for clear communication with parents.
- Enhanced children's bedtime routine by incorporating soothing activities and promoting a peaceful environment.
Preschool Teacher
Angelic Smiles Daycare Center
05.2014 - 03.2020
- Developed strong relationships with parents and caregivers, providing regular updates on their child''s progress and addressing any concerns proactively.
- Developed weekly lesson plans and activities.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Created and implemented age appropriate curriculum.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Sanitized, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities..
- Administered first aid when needed.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted children in developing fine and gross motor skills.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self expression.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending training workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current on best practices in childcare.
Preschool Teacher
Creative World School
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students and parents by maintaining open lines of communication.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Created and implemented age appropriate curriculum.
- Sanitized tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted children in developing fine and gross motor skills.
- Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self expression.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's achievements or concerns.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Oversaw smooth drop-off/pick-up transitions.
- Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending training workshops, seminars, and conferences to stay current on best practices in childcare.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Happy Hearts Bilingual Learning Center
01.2011 - 05.2014
Education
High School Diploma -
Austin Can Academy
Austin, TX06-2011
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Classroom Management
- Lesson Planning
- Behavior Management
- Schedule Management
- Patience and understanding
- Emotionally supportive
- Reliability and Trustworthiness
- Approachable
Certification
- Infection Control in Children
- Poison Prevention and Safety in childcare
- Social and Emotional Development in Preschool
- Medication Administration in Childcare
- Injury Prevention and Child Safety
- Child Maltreatment
- Brain Development, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, and Abusive Head Trauma
- Managing Common Childhood Illness in Childcare
- Positive Guidance and Discipline
Timeline
Nanny
Haaker
01.2024 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Creative World School
08.2022 - 12.2023
Nanny
Chavez-Gomez
03.2021 - Current
Preschool Teacher
Angelic Smiles Daycare Center
05.2014 - 03.2020
Lead Toddler Teacher
Happy Hearts Bilingual Learning Center
01.2011 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Austin Can Academy
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