Sierra Renken

Going to College and Focusing on Education

• Took and followed detailed directions from others.
• Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
• Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
• Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
• Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

• Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
• Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
• Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
• Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
• Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.

• Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young 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.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
• Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
• 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.
• 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.
• Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
• Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.

• Improved daycare environment by maintaining cleanliness, organization, and safety standards consistently.
• Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
• Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
• Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
• Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
• Distributed food, napkins, and beverages in preparation for snack time.
• Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
• Implemented creative arts and crafts projects to foster imagination and enhance fine motor skills development among children.
• Encouraged good behaviors using positive reinforcement methods.
• Collaborated effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
• Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
• Reduced incidents of disruptive behavior by establishing clear expectations and implementing consistent disciplinary measures when necessary.
• Managed challenging behaviors effectively by employing positive reinforcement techniques and redirecting negative actions towards more constructive outlets.