Stephen Gray
Phoenix,Arizona
Summary
Caring and competent Childcare Provider experienced in keeping children safe while nurturing development with age-appropriate activities. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict.
Use everyday play and home routines as opportunities to build a child’s communication, engagement, positive behavior and daily living skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
The Janik Family
07.2017 - Current
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage the child.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support his development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages based on individual restrictions.
- Encouraged child to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Worked to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills through educational games and activities.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior. Provided emotional support and guidance during difficult times.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Monitored activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Dispensed snacks and meals in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors.
- Assist with transportation to events, school and other after school activities.
Care Assistant
Self-employed
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to family.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Ran errands for patient, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Engaged patient in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity to encourage mind building and awareness.
- Transported patient to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Care Provider
Self-employed
02.2007 - 08.2008
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted with cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Transported client to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion.
- Assisted client with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZNo Degree - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges - Paradise Valley Community College
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma -
Saguaro High School
Scottsdale, AZ03.1977
Skills
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Special Needs Childcare
- Social and Academic Development
- Early Childhood Development
- Safety Awareness
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Nurturing Environment
- Homework Assistance
- Manage Behaviors
- Microsoft Office
- Multimedia Educational Software
- Maintaining Safe Environment
Timeline
Childcare Provider
The Janik Family
07.2017 - Current
Care Assistant
Self-employed
01.2014 - 01.2016
Care Provider
Self-employed
02.2007 - 08.2008
No Degree - Computer Science
Maricopa Community Colleges - Scottsdale Community College
No Degree - General Studies
Maricopa Community Colleges - Paradise Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Saguaro High School
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