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Patricia Romero

Lake Balboa,CA

Summary

To secure a position which will enable me to utilize my skills and abilities as well as gain work experience in a different field. Kind and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior. Talked with children about personal interests to build relationships and trust.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Babysitter

Tania Cosme
01.2020 - Current
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.

Director/ Swimming Instructor

JIM HERRICK SWIM SCHOOL
Valley Village, CA
01.1997 - Current

Provide a safe and comfortable environment for children to learn the basic principles of water safety, one-on-one instruction, and CPR certified

  • I also work with children 18 months and up
  • Prepare students to enter a pre-swim team by perfecting their backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle, and butterfly.
  • Developed strong relationships with students to foster trust and rapport, enabling more effective instruction.
  • Organized and taught swimming lessons to children aged Implemented ongoing assessments of student progress, adjusting lesson plans accordingly to ensure continued growth in abilities.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
  • Monitored office workflow and administrative processes to keep operations running smoothly.
  • Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.

Babysitter

John Jones
06.2012 - 03.2017
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.

Private Nanny

Brad Falchuk
05.2007 - 06.2014
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from, extracurricular activities, and other events.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Regularly did weekend stay while parents did weekend getaways, stayed with they children and played weekend activities
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.

Paraprofessional Primary Grades

Los Angeles School District
Valley Glen, CA
12.1999 - 06.2005
  • Translate (written, orally) for parent conference meetings, IEP's, parent classes and school bulletins
  • Assist school coordinator in the title 1 office, tutor one-on-one, administer tests (LAS,SABE, SAT 9, CELT) and work intensively with English Language learners
  • Worked in the second grade IAS (Intense Academic Support) retention class
  • Part of the EPQR team.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.

Education

Child Development Credential - Child Development

Los Angeles Valley College,
Valley Glen
05.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Education/linguistics

California State University Northridge
Northridge
05.2002

Skills

  • Bilingual: proficient in Spanish could read, speak, write, and translate
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Time Management
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Reliability

Accomplishments

    I have a non-profit: Hands on LA that I devote my time to help unhoused woman and children

Certification

  • Drivers License with a clean driving record – CA Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross
  • Early Childhood Education (ECE) Credential - Various State Boards or National Associations.
  • CPR/AED Certification

Languages

Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Babysitter

Tania Cosme
01.2020 - Current

Babysitter

John Jones
06.2012 - 03.2017

Private Nanny

Brad Falchuk
05.2007 - 06.2014

Paraprofessional Primary Grades

Los Angeles School District
12.1999 - 06.2005

Director/ Swimming Instructor

JIM HERRICK SWIM SCHOOL
01.1997 - Current

Child Development Credential - Child Development

Los Angeles Valley College,

Bachelor of Arts - Education/linguistics

California State University Northridge
  • Drivers License with a clean driving record – CA Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Water Safety Instructor
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross
  • Early Childhood Education (ECE) Credential - Various State Boards or National Associations.
  • CPR/AED Certification

Workphone

(818)508-1155

Patricia Romero