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Makiya Tobias

South Holland,IL

Summary

Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience at Kim’s Kiddie Korner, excelling in creating nurturing environments that foster emotional and social development. Skilled in meal preparation and arts and crafts, I utilize effective communication and active listening to build strong relationships with families, ensuring children's well-being and growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Live-Out Nanny

Independent
02.2025 - 04.2025
  • Performed light housekeeping duties relevant to childcare areas ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were maintained consistently.
  • Resolved conflicts between siblings or peers by employing effective problem-solving techniques promoting harmonious relationships.
  • Assisted in potty training efforts for toddlers while maintaining a patient and supportive approach.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents, ensuring open communication regarding their child''s progress and needs.
  • Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
  • Provided consistent discipline according to parental guidelines while respecting individual child''s needs.
  • Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to thrive physically, emotionally, and mentally.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by implementing age-appropriate activities and routines.
  • Implemented creative learning opportunities to enhance cognitive growth through arts and crafts projects.
  • Collaborated with parents in setting developmentally appropriate goals for each child monitoring and tracking progress throughout the year.
  • Promoted language development through storytelling, reading, and engaging in conversations with the children.
  • Encouraged physical activity through outdoor playtime, sports participation, and structured exercise routines.
  • Transported children safely to school events, doctor appointments, extracurricular activities using proper car seat protocols.
  • Supported families during transitions such as new sibling arrivals or moving homes providing extra care and attention required.

Live-Out Nanny

Independant
02.2025 - 03.2025
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.

Daycare Worker

Kim’s Kiddie Korner
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Meticulously sanitized toys and play equipment.
  • Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
  • Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
  • Implemented creative arts and crafts projects to foster imagination and enhance fine motor skills development among children.
  • Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently while ensuring smooth transitions between activities for minimal disruption in the daycare setting.
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
  • Maintained child-friendly environment with access to outdoor activities.

Education

Social Work - Social Work

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, GA

Skills

  • Meal preparation
  • Activity planning
  • Outdoor activities
  • Arts and crafts
  • Childcare expertise
  • Reading encouragement
  • Homework assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Social development
  • Housekeeping
  • Special needs experience
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Friendly
  • Emotionally supportive
  • First aid
  • Special needs care
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Light housekeeping
  • Childcare
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Academic support
  • Tutoring
  • Excellent driving record
  • Educational support
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Social integration
  • Reliable transportation
  • Child development
  • Active listener
  • Housekeeping abilities

Timeline

Live-Out Nanny

Independent
02.2025 - 04.2025

Live-Out Nanny

Independant
02.2025 - 03.2025

Daycare Worker

Kim’s Kiddie Korner
06.2020 - 08.2021

Social Work - Social Work

Clark Atlanta University