Madeline Lachance
Castle Rock,CO
Summary
Compassionate special needs caregiver skilled in emotional regulation support and problem-solving. Experienced in fostering trust with families and implementing engaging activities for social and emotional development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Self-employed
Castle Rock, CO
04.2023 - Current
- Implemented engaging activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Monitored daily progress and communicated updates with families regularly.
- Logged information regarding naps, meals, and any medications administered.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Established trust-based relationships with special needs children, fostering a sense of security and comfort.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques tailored to individual children's needs, resulting in reduced disruptive behaviors.
- Nurtured strong relationships between caregivers and families by providing empathetic support during difficult times or transitions.
Cashier
Aldi
Casselberry, FL
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer and balanced end-of-shift reports.
- Implemented improvements to checkout processes, reducing wait times for customers.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining positive shopping experiences.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Developed rapport with regular customers through genuine interactions that fostered brand loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO11.2024
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Seminole State College of Florida
Sanford, FL04.2022
Skills
- Emotional regulation support
- ADHD support
- Social and emotional skills development
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Patience and tact
- Motor skills development
- Toileting assistance
- Autism spectrum
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Special Needs Child Caregiver
Self-employed
04.2023 - Current
Cashier
Aldi
02.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Colorado State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Seminole State College of Florida