Rebecca Forrester
Bradenton
Summary
Dedicated childcare provider with extensive experience at Westminster Academy, skilled in designing engaging, age-appropriate activities that foster child development. Known for patience and empathy, I effectively communicate with families and implement positive reinforcement strategies, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes learning and growth for children aged 1-8. CPR certified and committed to hygiene and safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
01.2019 - Current
- Provide consistent, nurturing care for multiple families with children ages 1–8, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, supporting their routines, safety, and overall development.
- Confidently manage care for up to four children under age 4 at once including twin infants and toddlers by balancing bottles, diapers, naps, meals, and play while maintaining a calm, structured environment.
- Plan and lead play-based learning activities—such as early literacy games, counting and sorting, art projects, and outdoor play—to build school-readiness skills and curiosity.
- Adapt activities and behavior support to different ages, personalities, and learning styles, using positive guidance, clear expectations, and gentle conflict resolution.
- Communicate regularly with parents and coordinate schedules for several long-term families, demonstrating strong organization, reliability, and professionalism.
Early Childhood Summer Teacher (Ages 2–4)
Westminster Academy
06.2018 - 08.2025
- Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to developmental milestones for children aged 2-4.
- Implemented interactive activities that promoted social skills and emotional development among preschoolers.
- Collaborated with staff to create a cohesive curriculum that aligned with educational standards.
- Facilitated parental communication through regular updates and meetings to discuss child progress.
- Planned and led playful, hands-on activities (art, water play, music, and simple science) that kept small groups of preschoolers excited about learning all summer.
- Built warm, trusting relationships with children and families by greeting each child by name, sharing daily highlights, and creating a positive, welcoming classroom vibe
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Florida Atlantic University
Boca Raton, FL12-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Age-appropriate activities
- CPR training
- Positive reinforcement
- Hygiene and cleanliness
- Activity planning
- Child development
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Self-employeed
01.2019 - Current
Early Childhood Summer Teacher (Ages 2–4)
Westminster Academy
06.2018 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Florida Atlantic University