Hardworking Daycare Assistant diligent in keeping children safe and secure while promoting learning and meeting basic needs of care. Excellent people and problem-solving abilities with diligent and focused nature. Child-focused with certification in Infant CPR and First Aid. Promotes learning at every age level. Caring Daycare Assistant with 15 years of experience caring for groups of children from ages 4 to 8. Proficient in standard practices and regulatory requirements. Dedicated to creating safe and engaging environment to help children reach full potential.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant
Red Schoolhouse Home Day Care
Fishkill, New York
03.2007 - Current
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
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.
Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
Planned and implemented crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Monitored entrances and exits to maintain safety and organized environments.
Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
Kept children between ages of 6 weeks and 12 years old safe and secure with vigilant oversight.
Offered top-notch care to 6 children at once, ranging in age from 6 weeks to 12 years.
Cashier
Stop And Shop Supermarket
Wappingers Falls, NY
11.2006 - 03.2007
Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Maintained secure cash drawers, promptly resolving discrepancies in daily totals.
Checked identification for proof-of-age for alcohol and tobacco sales.
Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs
Tallied cash drawer at beginning and end of each work shift
Processed customer refunds and exchanges according to established guidelines
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs
School Lunch Monitor
Oak Grove Elementary School
Poughkeepsie, NY
02.2005 - 11.2006
Monitored students during lunchtime and provided verbal cues to students to manage behavior.
Circulated among tables to assist young students and special needs children with opening milk containers and lunch items.
Organized students entering cafeteria into various food lines to keep groups flowing smoothly.
Education
High School Diploma -
William C. Bryant High School
Queens
06.1975
Skills
Infant Care and Feeding
Child Supervision
Organization and Attention to Detail
Daily Logs
Adaptable and Flexible
Customer Satisfaction
Lesson Plan Creation
Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Red Schoolhouse Home Day Care
03.2007 - Current
Cashier
Stop And Shop Supermarket
11.2006 - 03.2007
School Lunch Monitor
Oak Grove Elementary School
02.2005 - 11.2006
High School Diploma -
William C. Bryant High School
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