Laney Zak
Johnstown,OH
Summary
I have various experiences related to caring for children from newborn to school-age. I am well diverse including experience with Special Needs children. I have leadership skills, as I was Captain of my softball team for several years and was inducted into the National Honor Society. I was on the Dean's list my first semester of college.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Lacie Gilson
2023.10 - Current
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Improved language development through engaging storytelling sessions and age-appropriate book readings.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
Store Clerk
HomeGoods
2022.10 - Current
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Assisted customer by locating items, and carrying out heavy purchases.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and knowledgeable assistance in product selection and locating items.
- Assisted with inventory management to ensure accurate stock levels and reduced shrinkage through regular product counts and monitoring for theft.
Childcare Provider
Various
2021.01 - Current
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Organized field trips to enhance experiential learning opportunities for children in various cultural settings.
- Facilitated naptime routines for toddlers to ensure adequate rest periods throughout the day for optimal growth and development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Currently Enrolled - Early Childhood Education
Central Ohio Technical College
Newark, OH05.2025
High School Diploma -
Johnstown High School
Johnstown, OH05.2023
Skills
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Caring and Responsible
- Infant Care and Feeding
- Creative Thinking
- Positive Reinforcement
- Patience and Empathy
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Lacie Gilson
2023.10 - Current
Store Clerk
HomeGoods
2022.10 - Current
Childcare Provider
Various
2021.01 - Current
Currently Enrolled - Early Childhood Education
Central Ohio Technical College
High School Diploma -
Johnstown High School
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