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Maria Lourdes

San Antonio

Summary

Dedicated Special Needs Child Caregiver with a proven track record at Caring Hearts Home Care, enhancing children's social skills and fostering independence. Skilled in non-verbal communication and emotional regulation support, I create structured routines that promote safety and well-being, ensuring a nurturing environment for children with diverse needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Needs Child Caregiver

Caring Hearts Home Care
05.2022 - 06.2025
  • Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
  • Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
  • Established trust-based relationships with special needs children, fostering a sense of security and comfort.
  • Organized structured routines for daily activities, creating a sense of predictability and stability for the children.
  • Safeguarded the well-being of all children by diligently observing safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards in the environment.
  • Assisted special needs students with daily tasks, fostering independence and selfconfidence.
  • Nurtured strong relationships between caregivers and families by providing empathetic support during difficult times or transitions.
  • Offered support to assist with supervising special needs individuals in home.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.

Special Needs Child Caregiver

Arizona Autism
04.2022 - 06.2025


  • Improved communication abilities of non-verbal children by introducing alternative communication methods, such as visual aids and sign language.
  • Increased fine motor skills through engaging sensory play activities customized for each child''s level of ability.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques tailored to individual children''s needs, resulting in reduced disruptive behaviors.
  • Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
  • Provided consistent emotional support to children during challenging situations, helping them develop coping strategies and resilience.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
  • Assisted special needs students with daily tasks, fostering independence and selfconfidence.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.

Hairstylist Owner

Chica Latina
01.2005 - 06.2025
  • Consistently maintained cleanliness of the workspace, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for clients.
  • Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
  • Collaborated with fellow stylists to create a positive work environment and share best practices.
  • Successfully managed a high volume of clients during peak hours while maintaining a calm and efficient demeanor.
  • Completed safety training and certifications to minimize risk of infection or injury to customers.

Education

GED - Stylist

Manuel López Doblado
Leon Guanajuato
05.1985

Skills

  • Emotional regulation support
  • ADHD support
  • Social skills development
  • Feeding assistance
  • Autism spectrum
  • First aid and CPR
  • Down syndrome awareness
  • Daily living assistance
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Non-verbal communication
  • Personal hygiene support
  • Reliability
  • Health and safety
  • Housekeeping
  • CPR certified
  • Professionalism
  • Special needs care

Certification

First Aide/ CPR AED

Timeline

Special Needs Child Caregiver

Caring Hearts Home Care
05.2022 - 06.2025

Special Needs Child Caregiver

Arizona Autism
04.2022 - 06.2025

Hairstylist Owner

Chica Latina
01.2005 - 06.2025

GED - Stylist

Manuel López Doblado

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