Omara Maldonado
Derby,CT
Summary
Experienced and Nurturing Childcare Professional
Committed to supporting the emotional, social, and academic development of young children through safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate care. Well versed in child development stages and skilled in creating environments that foster curiosity, learning, and well-being. Passionate about integrating educational strategies with approaches that promote overall health and wellness.
Bringing 8 years of hands on experience in childcare, with a strong ability to lead both individual and group activities that enhance cognitive growth and social interaction. Certified in CPR and first aid, with additional expertise in administering medications and injectables. Known for being dependable, attentive, and deeply invested in each child’s progress.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Nanny
Private Nanny
Woodbridge, CT
08.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child's progress and needs.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
Private Nanny/House Manager
Private Nanny/House Manager
Orange, CT
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child's progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Anticipated needs of family members by staying informed about their preferences, schedules, and priorities.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in plans or circumstances without compromising on quality or results.
Co-Head Teacher
Duck Pond Day Care
Hamden, CT
08.2021 - 2022
- Sanitized toys and equipment daily to ensure safety and cleanliness.
- Identified children needing support and developed improvement strategies.
- Scheduled ample outdoor discovery time each day.
- Consulted parents to build positive support networks and educational strategies.
- Educated students on foundational concepts like shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Maintained controlled classrooms by outlining standards and reinforcing behaviors.
- Applied play-based strategies for diverse learning approaches.
- Collaborated with staff to evaluate progress and recommend learning plans.
- Promoted sensory development with varied textures and physical activity.
- Fostered problem-solving through active exploration games.
Toddler Teacher
Beverly Levy Early Learning Center
Amity, Woodbridge, CT
02.2016 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to achieve learning objectives.
- Communicated with parents and faculty to provide feedback on instructional strategies.
- Kept students engaged through behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
- Utilized various teaching strategies in the classroom.
- Sanitized toys and equipment daily for safety and cleanliness.
- Observed children to identify those needing support and developed improvement strategies.
- Provided outdoor discovery time daily.
- Consulted with parents to build positive support networks.
- Maintained controlled classrooms by outlining standards and reinforcing behaviors.
- Educated students on foundational concepts like shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Applied play-based strategies for diverse learning approaches.
- Collaborated with staff to evaluate progress and recommend learning plans.
Education
Derby High School
Derby, CTAssociates - Early Childhood Education
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT01.2018
Skills
- Creativity
- Compassion
- Attention to detail
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Age appropriate communication skills
- Active listening
- Patience: Learning environments and situations change frequently, demonstrating patience can help children adhere to these changes
- Time management: creating age appropriate curriculums
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Physical Stamina
- Infant care experience
- Toddler care experience
- Activity planning
- Light housekeeping
- Laundry
- Behavior management techniques
- School-age child care
- Sleep training
- Toilet training
- Toileting and feeding
Additional Information
- Second High Honors Award 2016
- Second High Honors Award 2015
- High Honors Award 2014
Certification
- CPR and First Aid Training - 2022
- Emergency Med Administration Training - 2022
- Health and Safety Training - 2022
- Intro to inclusion and children with special needs Training - 2021
Timeline
Private Nanny
Private Nanny
08.2023 - Current
Private Nanny/House Manager
Private Nanny/House Manager
09.2022 - 08.2023
Co-Head Teacher
Duck Pond Day Care
08.2021 - 2022
Toddler Teacher
Beverly Levy Early Learning Center
02.2016 - 04.2020
Derby High School
Associates - Early Childhood Education
Gateway Community College