Paula Smith

• Managed age-specific activities for children, prioritizing their safety and involvement.
• Developed and implemented creative play activities to enhance learning and social skills.
• Maintained a structured schedule for meals, naps, and recreational time to promote routine.
• Communicated regularly with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
• Ensured cleanliness and safety of childcare environment by adhering to hygiene standards and protocols.
• Organized educational games that encouraged teamwork and critical thinking among children.
• Communicated positively with children and guardians.
• Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
• Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
• Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
• Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
• Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
• Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
• Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
• Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
• Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
• Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
• Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
• Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
• Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
• Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
• Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
• Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
• Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
• Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
• Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
• Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
• Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
• Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
• Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
• Implemented reward system for chores and homework, motivating positive behavior.
• Monitored progress in self-care tasks, encouraging independence.
• Facilitated creative play and crafts to stimulate imagination and fine motor skills.
• Provided first aid and care during emergencies, ensuring child safety at all times.
• Enhanced children's language development with storytelling and reading sessions.
• Negotiated conflict between children, teaching resolution skills and empathy.
• Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
• Arranged transportation for school and activities, ensuring punctuality.
• Adapted activities to meet varying needs and interests of children under care.
• Ensured cleanliness and hygiene by organizing children's living and play areas.
• Fostered safe and nurturing environment, closely monitoring children's activities.
• Managed scheduling of playdates, appointments, and extracurricular activities for structured days.
• Encouraged positive behavior and manners through example and gentle guidance.
• Improved children's bedtime routines with consistent schedules and calming activities.
• Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
• Monitored and managed behavioral issues effectively, promoting positive conflict resolution skills.

Directed daily home activities.