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Lorelei Ybarra

Summary

With a proven track record at Child Care Taker, I excel in strategic leadership and cultivating a culture of continuous learning. My expertise in child development and observational skills has fostered environments where children thrive emotionally and socially. I've significantly contributed to policy development and parental partnerships, ensuring a safe and engaging setting for young learners.

Attentive caregiver offering solid knowledge base of early childhood development and excellent leadership skills. Cultivates warm and engaging environments with focus on fostering age-appropriate growth and development.

Work History

CDC

Child Care Taker
08.2016 - 12.2016
  • Mentored staff members through professional development opportunities, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
  • Developed, implemented, revised, and evaluated policies and procedures.
  • Coached and trained newly hired employees so that each understood job responsibilities and requirements of positions.
  • Cultivated a positive organizational culture that supported employee engagement, teamwork, open communication, ethical behavior, accountability.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow childcare helpers to maintain an organized workspace conducive to learning and growth for each child.
  • Supported the development of fine motor skills with hands-on activities, such as arts and crafts projects.
  • Handled conflicts among children diplomatically, teaching them valuable problem-solving skills while maintaining a peaceful environment.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently, keeping children on track with scheduled naps, meals, and activities.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional development by providing supportive guidance and encouragement.
  • Maintained a safe environment for children by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
  • Improved language skills in young children through engaging storytelling and interactive activities.
  • Cultivated a love of learning within children by introducing them to new experiences and fostering curiosity through age-appropriate activities.
  • Provided support during toilet training process, helping young children develop self-sufficiency in personal hygiene practices.
  • Observed individual behaviors closely to identify any potential developmental concerns or areas needing additional support.
  • Partnered with parents to establish open communication lines, ensuring the continuity of care between home and childcare setting.
  • Assisted lead teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans, fostering cognitive growth in each child.
  • Developed strong bonds with each child, creating a sense of security within the childcare environment.
  • Adapted quickly to diverse needs of various children within the group setting, exhibiting flexibility and resourcefulness throughout daily tasks.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Kept children between ages of newborn and four year olds safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Odessa High School
Odessa, TX
05-2009

Skills

  • Health policy development
  • Strategic leadership
  • Emergency response planning
  • Patience and empathy
  • Safety awareness
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Child development
  • Age-appropriate activities
  • Hygiene maintenance
  • Parental partnership
  • Observational skills

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CDC

Child Care Taker
08.2016 - 12.2016

High School Diploma -

Odessa High School
Lorelei Ybarra