Open To Work
LAURA HETH
Sioux City
Summary
I am a loyal, dependable, hard worker. I'm dedicated to helping others reach their maximum potential and better themselves for the future. I have worked in daycare or a community based organization since I was 17 years old. It's my passion to help others in a less fortunate situation take back control and be the best them they can be. Thank you for your time.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1998
1998
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self Employed
Sioux City
01.2016 - Current
- Taught social, communicative, and problem-solving skills to children individually and in groups.
- Taught children aged 0 to school-age, one-on-one and in groups on age appropriate subjects.
- Used developmentally appropriate discipline to enforce rules and manage behavior.
- Created a fun and safe learning environment for a group of children with a variety of learning styles.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to encourage patience and other positive behaviors in children.
- Planned and managed learning-focused, imaginative, and play-oriented activities for all of the children.
- Planned group activities to help children improve their socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted children in developing motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and other frequently touched surfaces to prevent germs from spreading.
- Used behavior redirection observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas for improvement, and when necessary.
- Kept track of the children's behavior, the food they ate, and the medications they were given.
- Spoke with parents about their daily activities, as well as positive and negative developments.
- Efficiently handled daily administrative tasks, such as updating attendance and requesting new supplies, in order to spend as little time as possible away from the children.
- Created welcoming, caring environments for all children by establishing and enforcing rules to ensure their safety.
- Watched children to see if there were any issues with their emotional or physical development, and I worked with parents and supervisors to address any concerns.
Daycare Assistant
Jackson Recovery Center
Sioux City
10.2011 - 08.2015
- Planned and supervised age-appropriate activities such as reading, crafts, and and free play.
- Used developmentally appropriate discipline to enforce rules and manage behavior.
- Devised and implemented a variety of educational strategies to promote growth.
- Kept children between the ages of new born to school aged children safe and secure with constant supervision.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and other frequently touched surfaces to prevent germs from spreading.
- Used patience, skill, and a variety of behavior modification techniques to maintain order in the classroom and other site locations.
- Spoke with parents about their daily activities, as well as positive and negative developments.
- Kept an eye on the entrances and exits to make sure the kids didn't wander too far away from the important areas.
- Observed play activities in order to identify both positive and negative behaviors.
Care Coordinator
Boys and Girls Home
Sioux City
04.2008 - 07.2011
- Worked with clients to help them make better life choices and get the most out of programs.
- Transported children and families as directed by a child welfare worker or a visitation coordinator.
- Local, state, and federal agencies provided me with documents, clearances, certificates, and approvals.
- Assisted in the development of effective care plans and advocated for each client's needs with outside agencies and care providers.
- Kept meticulous case notes and meticulously documented all activities in the computer.
- Coordinated referrals to community services to assist clients in getting the help they needed.
- Made home visits to patients to see how they were doing.
- Assisted in finding programs to help parents in better decision making skills.
- Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work.
- Provided information on parenting workshops and financial support. Also programs to help with transportation and job seeking.
- Attended court hearings when needed.
Education
GED -
North High School
Sioux City, IASkills
- Strong verbal communication
- Self-motivated
- Team Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- CPI
- Mandatory Reporter
- Community outreach
- Relationship development
- Problem resolution
- Time management skills
- Excellent with kids
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteOn-SiteHybridSalary Range
$18/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Daycare Owner/Operator
Self Employed
01.2016 - Current
Daycare Assistant
Jackson Recovery Center
10.2011 - 08.2015
Care Coordinator
Boys and Girls Home
04.2008 - 07.2011
GED -
North High School