Lory Dykes
McPherson,KS
Summary
Dedicated childcare provider with a strong work ethic and reliability, experienced with my neighbors and caring for her children, and dogs. Successfully fostered emotional support and safety for children while enhancing engagement through creative activities. Demonstrated excellent communication skills, building trust with families and ensuring a nurturing environment. Proficient in time management and maintaining a safe play area.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Baby Sitter
Neighbor
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement during playtime.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior updates.
- Adapted quickly to children's varying needs, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approaches.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
- Encouraged positive behavior and manners through example and gentle guidance.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
Education
N/A - N/A
Kansas Connections Academy
Main St, Kansas City, MO05.2025
Skills
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Following directions
- Reliability and punctuality
- Maintaining safe environment
- Attention to detail
- Schedule management
- Professionalism and discretion
- Honesty
- Decision making
Timeline
Baby Sitter
Neighbor
04.2024 - Current
N/A - N/A
Kansas Connections Academy