Norma Burks
Summary
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children. Comfortable caring for individuals of varying ages. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Provider
Private Care
Santa Teresa
08.2023 - 05.2026
- Assisted children with personal care tasks, including feeding and hygiene.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of play areas and equipment.
- Supervised daily activities and interactions among children in a safe environment.
- Planned and organized educational activities to stimulate children's development.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with team members to create a supportive childcare environment.
- Monitored children's health and safety during indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
Childcare Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
El Paso
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Supervised children during playtime to ensure safety and engagement.
- Assisted lead teachers in implementing lesson plans and activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of classroom materials and supplies.
Elderly Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
El Paso
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Documented daily care activities to ensure accurate records for healthcare review.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Developed strong relationships with clients based on trust and respect.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Respected the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of each client served.
- Redirected clients with memory issues, providing safety guidance protection.
- Ensured safety of clients in their home environment by using appropriate equipment and techniques.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Organized recreational activities to promote physical and mental well-being of the elderly.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical team.
- Participated in continuing education courses to stay current on best practices for elder care.
Elderly Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
Knoxville
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
Elderly Caregiver
Caring Senior Services
San Antonio
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene tasks.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions as directed by healthcare professionals.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
Childcare Provider
Helping Hands
Knoxville
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Supervised daily activities and interactions among children in a safe environment.
- Planned and organized educational activities to stimulate children's development.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Collaborated with teachers on special projects such as holiday parties or end-of-year events.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
Education
Certifications
Child Care Training
01.2019 - 01.2024
Burges High School
El Paso , TxSkills
- Child supervision
- Educational planning
- Behavior management
- Safety monitoring
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Certification
I have had the opportunity to receive courses and certification on child care and elderly care throughout the years of working as a caregiver. To learn and and have more skills on the job I loved.
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Private Care
08.2023 - 05.2026
Elderly Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
08.2023 - 11.2023
Childcare Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
09.2022 - 12.2023
Elderly Caregiver
Visiting Angels Home Care
04.2022 - 07.2022
Elderly Caregiver
Caring Senior Services
11.2020 - 03.2022
Certifications
Child Care Training
01.2019 - 01.2024
Childcare Provider
Helping Hands
08.2018 - 05.2019
Burges High School