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Natalie Sorrentino

Cranston,RI

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate early childhood educator with a proven track record at A Place To Grow, enhancing child development through imaginative play-based learning and curriculum planning. Leveraged expertise in nutrition and health safety to foster a nurturing environment, achieving significant improvements in children's emotional and social development. Skilled in effective communication and child advocacy, demonstrating patience and empathy in every interaction. Successful Home Daycare Provider with proven skills in caring for children as young as 6 weeks. Maintains safe, welcoming environment to encourage children's health development. Offers opportunities to play, learn and explore every day. Expert daycare provider bringing history of success in handling as many as 6 children per day in home environments. Proficient in cooking healthy meals and snacks, managing personal hygiene needs and minimizing hazards for children of different ages. Reliable and compassionate provider offering expertise in planning activities, maintaining safety and improving behavior. Well-versed in needs and behaviors of children between ages of newborn and 18. Skilled at coordinating events, directing craft times and setting up field trips to offer children numerous learning opportunities. Resourceful daycare provider with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
12.2014 - 08.2018
  • Enhanced children''s cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate educational activities and playtime.
  • Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children, conducting regular safety checks and maintaining cleanliness.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through open communication, addressing concerns, and providing updates on their child''s progress.
  • Administered nutritious meals and snacks to promote healthy eating habits in children.
  • Facilitated social development by encouraging positive interactions between children during group activities.
  • Improved overall well-being of children by incorporating physical activity into daily routines.
  • Organized engaging arts and crafts projects to foster creativity and fine motor skills among the children.
  • Provided consistent emotional support through active listening, empathy, and encouragement during challenging situations or transitions.
  • Delivered effective potty training strategies tailored to each child''s readiness level leading to successful outcomes.
  • Monitored nap times ensuring adequate rest periods which supported optimal growth and development.
  • Offered early language exposure through story time sessions fostering literacy skills.
  • Implemented conflict resolution techniques promoting peaceable resolutions among peers during disagreements.
  • Adapted lesson plans according to diverse learning styles catering to individual abilities while maintaining engagement and focus.
  • Managed home environment to keep areas clean, organized and free of safety hazards.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Built early learning skills such as color and shape recognition with hands-on activities.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Treated basic first aid needs such as cleaning and bandaging minor cuts.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Kept children safe and secure in different environments with diligent monitoring and effective management strategies.
  • Changed diapers of very young children and assisted older kids with bathroom requirements.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Promoted good social skills by helping children work through conflicts and leading many collaborative games.
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
  • Offered children numerous opportunities throughout each week to get sunshine and exercise in yard and at local parks.
  • Crafted nutritious meals and kept lots of fresh fruit and vegetables on hand to prevent unhealthy snacking.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.

Daycare Assistant

A Place To Grow
12.2006 - 11.2014
  • Enhanced child development by implementing age-appropriate activities and learning experiences.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of children by providing nurturing care and addressing individual needs.
  • Collaborated with lead teacher to develop daily schedules, lesson plans, and curriculum for diverse age groups.
  • Contributed to positive parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular updates on children''s progress.
  • Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and consistent reinforcement strategies, fostering a respectful atmosphere.
  • Facilitated group play activities that promoted social interaction, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among children.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with food safety guidelines, promoting healthy eating habits among daycare attendees.
  • Organized materials for hands-on learning experiences that encouraged creativity and exploration in various subject areas.
  • Provided support during naptime routines, ensuring a peaceful environment for restful sleep.
  • Offered assistance during field trips by supervising small groups of children during off-site outings.
  • Implemented emergency procedures when necessary to maintain the safety of all participants within the daycare setting.
  • Created engaging sensory-based activities that stimulated cognitive development in young learners.
  • Encouraged language acquisition through story time sessions, incorporating props and visuals to enhance comprehension skills.

PASS Worker

Seven Hills Foundation
01.2006 - 03.2008
  • Improved PASS Worker program efficiency by streamlining processes and procedures.
  • Enhanced participant engagement with tailored support strategies for individual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for participants.
  • Facilitated community integration by organizing social events and outings for program participants.
  • Assisted in developing personalized goal plans, leading to increased participant success rates.
  • Maintained accurate records of participant progress, enabling timely adjustments to care plans as needed.
  • Developed strong rapport with participants'' families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the process.
  • Empowered participants through self-advocacy skills training which led them towards greater independence over time.
  • Coordinated transportation services that ensured accessibility of appointments and community involvement for individuals served.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of environmental factors impacting each person's ability to thrive in their home setting; recommended adaptations accordingly.
  • Leveraged expertise in behavior management strategies to reduce instances of challenging behaviors among program participants, improving overall well-being and quality of life.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
  • Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
  • Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.

Education

No Degree - Biology

CCRI
Warwick, RI

High School Diploma -

Narragansett High School
Narragansett, RI
06.1990

Skills

Curriculum Planning

Early Childhood Education

Nutrition expertise

Health and safety

Infant Care

Patience and Empathy

Food Preparation and Service

Child Advocacy

Child Safety

Emotional development

Child Supervision

Activity Planning

Educational Support

Observing and Monitoring Behavior

Planning and Leading Activities

Self Motivation

Documentation And Reporting

Effective Communication

Imaginative Play-Based Learning

Punctual and Reliable

Caring and Responsible

Epi-Pen use

Timeline

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
12.2014 - 08.2018

Daycare Assistant

A Place To Grow
12.2006 - 11.2014

PASS Worker

Seven Hills Foundation
01.2006 - 03.2008

No Degree - Biology

CCRI

High School Diploma -

Narragansett High School

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