Natalie Silva
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Respite care provider with strong client communication and safety management. Develops individualized care plans and supports daily living activities to promote independence for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Care Provider
El Paraiso Homecare Services
Los Lunas, New Mexico
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance independence and comfort.
- Ensured client safety during all respite care activities.
- Encouraged independence through assistance with self-care tasks, such as laundry and meal preparation.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients.
- Facilitated communication with families to ensure adherence to care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate appropriate services.
- Supported client participation in leisure activities, including walks and community events.
2's Teacher
SpringStone Montessori School
Albuquerque, New Mexico
08.2013 - 07.2015
- Guided students in developing social skills and effective conflict resolution strategies.
- Provided individualized instruction tailored to meet diverse student needs.
- Designed and enforced a child-centered curriculum to foster engagement and learning.
- Facilitated hands-on activities that promoted experiential learning and engagement.
- Created meaningful projects that connected classroom knowledge to real-world applications.
- Implemented behavior management strategies that fostered a positive classroom environment.
- Introduced and encouraged a debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Planned field trips to expand educational experiences beyond the classroom.
Childcare Teacher/Supervisor
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
Los Lunas, New Mexico
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Developed engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance student participation.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual learning styles to maximize educational effectiveness.
- Monitored student behavior in various settings to promote positive learning environments.
- Implemented discipline strategies to maintain classroom order and support student growth.
- Conducted assessments of children's progress, reporting findings to parents and guardians.
- Trained and mentored new staff on curriculum implementation and best practices.
- Maintained compliance with health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe learning environment for all children.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations within early learning center.
Childcare Teacher/Supervisor
Little Blessings Daycare and Preschool
Los Lunas, New Mexico
01.2006 - 11.2008
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse age groups at early learning center.
- Organized and led activities that enhanced children's physical, mental, and social development.
- Provided positive guidance that fostered children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations regarding food handling, sanitation, and fire prevention.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
- Guided children in acquiring essential life skills such as independence and problem-solving.
- Implemented daily lesson plans that increased student engagement and supported developmental goals.
- Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Los Lunas High School
Los Lunas, NM05-1997
Skills
- Care planning
- Daily living assistance
- Safety management
- Client communication
- Developmental support
- Activity facilitation
- Behavior management
Timeline
Respite Care Provider
El Paraiso Homecare Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
2's Teacher
SpringStone Montessori School
08.2013 - 07.2015
Childcare Teacher/Supervisor
Building Blocks Early Learning Center
01.2011 - 06.2012
Childcare Teacher/Supervisor
Little Blessings Daycare and Preschool
01.2006 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
Los Lunas High School