Norma Amaya
Omaha,Ne
Summary
Caring and knowledgeable early childhood educator dedicated to building foundation of learning and promoting life-long education. Boosts learning by managing classrooms and organizing spaces to be welcoming and secure. Delivers comprehensive support to children by building productive relationships with parents and fellow teachers. Reliable candidate ready to take on challenges using problem-solving and task prioritization skills to help team succeed. Thoughtful caregiver bringing quality care to basic human needs. Runs errands and completes everyday tasks for patients. Exceeding expectations to provide high level of care. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cleaning Supervisor
Magic Spark
Omaha, Ne
05.2021 - Current
- Maintained performance by assigning daily work tasks to employees.
- Coordinated staff schedules to meet forecasted housekeeping needs.
- Ordered necessary cleaning supplies and equipment, maintaining inventory levels within budget constraints.
- Coordinated deep-cleaning projects as needed, including carpet shampooing or furniture polishing.
- Provided ongoing feedback to team members on performance, offering constructive criticism where necessary.
- Inspected guestrooms and public areas throughout facility and monitored housekeeping performance.
- Delivered efficient, high-quality cleaning services with skilled employee management.
Preschool Teacher
Next Generation Pre-k Childcare
Omaha, NE
11.2025 - 06.2026
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood learning and development.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that encouraged social, emotional, and cognitive growth in preschool children.
- Collaborated with parents to provide ongoing communication regarding children's progress and developmental milestones.
- Mentored new teachers by sharing best practices in classroom management and instructional techniques.
- Scheduled safety meetings and briefings with transportation supervisor.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
Lead Toddler Teacher
Little Sweethearts
Omaha, Ne
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Built positive working relationships with team, modeling appropriate behavior for children.
- Coordinated interactive activities to meet physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
- Promoted self-esteem, independence, and respect with positive role-modeling.
- Adhered to state and federal standards governing daycare environment and curriculum.
- Communicated effectively by being friendly and nurturing and building bonds with children.
- Encouraged children to navigate challenges independently and develop confidence and early learning abilities.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and redirected problematic actions with positive reinforcement or established discipline protocols.
Private Home Caregiver
Private
Omaha, Ne
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Prepared meals to meet client nutritional needs.
- Performed basic housekeeping tasks for safe living environment.
- Transported patients to and from medical appointments to promote attendance.
- Supported patients to continue participating in daily living activities.
- Established positive routines to support mental wellbeing.
- Assisted patients by providing dignified personal care.
- Kept client and family members informed about care plans.
- Reported changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff.
- Bathed, dressed, and groomed clients to help service users maintain good hygiene practices.
- Carried out laundry and shopping tasks for service users.
- Attended training sessions and workshops to expand caregiving knowledge base and stay current on industry best practices.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks to maintain clean and safe environment for clients.
Lead Infant Teacher
Creative Kidz
La Vista, Ne
04.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervised children during activities to maintain safety and wellbeing.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and redirected problematic actions with positive reinforcement or established discipline protocols.
- Cultivated welcoming learning environments rooted in exploring new concepts and building developmentally appropriate skills.
- Applied knowledge of early childhood development to evaluate student learning needs and promote growth.
- Provided basic care for children by feeding, changing diapers and grooming.
- Kept parents informed of child's progress with detailed notes.
- Encouraged children to navigate challenges independently and develop confidence and early learning abilities.
- Built positive working relationships with team, modeling appropriate behavior for children.
- Followed licensing guidelines and company standards for daily care of children.
- Monitored children's behavior closely and addressed any issues or concerns promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Omaha South High
Omaha05.2015
Skills
- Quality assurance
- Chemical handling
- Child development expertise
- CPR and first aid
- Professional babysitter
- Nutrition knowledge
- Compassionate client care
- Emotional support
- Task delegation
- Nutrition
- Behavior management techniques
- Child observation
- Storytelling and crafts
- Excellent communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Stress management
Certification
Prepared to care
Safe with you
ELG
CPR certified
LANGUAGE
English Fluent
Spanish Fluent
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Next Generation Pre-k Childcare
11.2025 - 06.2026
Lead Toddler Teacher
Little Sweethearts
03.2025 - 09.2025
Private Home Caregiver
Private
08.2023 - 06.2025
Cleaning Supervisor
Magic Spark
05.2021 - Current
Lead Infant Teacher
Creative Kidz
04.2020 - 03.2023
High School Diploma -
Omaha South High