Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Rachel Lauren Dobbins

Rosamond,Ca

Summary

Childcare professional prepared to bring compassionate approach to early childhood education. Proven track record in developing age-appropriate curricula and promoting social and emotional growth. Highly collaborative team player known for adaptability and reliability. Skilled in classroom management and fostering positive interactions.

Experienced with early childhood education, focusing on creating nurturing and educational environment. Delivers engaging and developmentally appropriate activities that support children's growth. Track record of effective communication with both children and parents, fostering trust and collaboration.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Full Time Personal Assistant Child Care Developer

Santiago Family
01.2024 - Current
  • Aided executive in personal tasks such as scheduling appointments or running errands when needed.
  • Kept detailed track of household and maintenance inventory and schedules.
  • Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
  • Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.

Daycare Teacher

Kids And Krayons
04.2021 - Current
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Managed food inventory for 40-person center in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Used Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over 40 students.

Daycare Assistant

Little Me Learning Center
01.2019 - 04.2021
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
  • Planned and guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts, and curriculum
  • Led activities for over 15 children ages Infant to Four years old
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues
  • Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
  • Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
  • Designed monthly activity schedules to balance play, rest and learning time.

Full Time Nanny

Suttle Family
04.2017 - 02.2019
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.

Customer Service Specialist

Carters Oshkosh
03.2018 - 12.2018
  • Delivered superior customer service to retain existing customers and attract future customers.
  • Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
  • Exceptional computer skills
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Maintained inventory count, tracked usage and documented variances.
  • Created reports detailing inventory costs, deliveries and usage.

Customer Service Inventory Control Specialist

BoxLunch
10.2017 - 03.2018
  • Communicated all store initiatives and promotions to customers to generate return business
  • Completed all cleaning, stocking and organizing tasks in assigned sales area
  • Maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges and security practices
  • Audited and corrected discrepancies in inventory numbers.
  • Recorded information, shortages and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
  • Completed daily cycle counts to maintain accuracy of records.
  • Verified incoming products and checked delivery totals to keep system records current and accurate.
  • Completed physical inventory counts each month.
  • Unloaded shipments, reviewed merchandise and tracked paperwork.
  • Kept merchandise moving smoothly and accurately from stockroom to sales floor.

Child Care Specialist

Right Choice In Home Care, Autistic Child
07.2016 - 03.2017
Child Care provider with expertise in giving the highest quality of care to children of all ages.Specializing in child care development creating daily activities , scheduled lunch preparation , supervision and helpful assistant of homework and daily routines.
  • Dependable , Reliable , Qualified for all childcare needs
  • Daily care for special needs Autistic child - 11 years old
  • Schedule includes AM routine of waking up for school getting ready brushing teeth , getting dressed , making breakfast and making to the bus for school on time.
  • Picking up from bus after school snack and assisting with homework
  • Worked for family during Christmas break activities included making special crafts and activities with learning on a daily schedule routine .

    Full Time Nanny

    Juli Day
    01.2010 - 03.2015
    • Twin girls ages 6 months to 5 years old 
    • Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for the children
    • Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children’s development levels.
    • Organized activities that enhanced children’s physical, emotional and social well-being
    • Established and maintained a safe play environment for the children

    Education

    CFE Completion - Child and Family Care

    Antelope Valley College
    Lancaster, CA
    01.2019

    Diploma -

    Opportunities For Learning Charter School
    2015

    Skills

    • Caring child mentor
    • Detail-oriented
    • Exceptional organizational skills
    • Skilled in working with special needs children
    • Positive attitude
    • Cheerful and energetic
    • Child Safety
    • Organizational and Planning Skills
    • Clear and Direct Communication
    • Classroom Management Techniques
    • Student Engagement and Development
    • Progress Tracking and Reporting

    Certification

    CPR and First Aid Certified.

    Microsoft Office Skills

    Timeline

    Full Time Personal Assistant Child Care Developer

    Santiago Family
    01.2024 - Current

    Daycare Teacher

    Kids And Krayons
    04.2021 - Current

    Daycare Assistant

    Little Me Learning Center
    01.2019 - 04.2021

    Customer Service Specialist

    Carters Oshkosh
    03.2018 - 12.2018

    Customer Service Inventory Control Specialist

    BoxLunch
    10.2017 - 03.2018

    Full Time Nanny

    Suttle Family
    04.2017 - 02.2019

    Child Care Specialist

    Right Choice In Home Care, Autistic Child
    07.2016 - 03.2017

    Full Time Nanny

    Juli Day
    01.2010 - 03.2015

    Diploma -

    Opportunities For Learning Charter School

    CFE Completion - Child and Family Care

    Antelope Valley College