Teresa Fernandez
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
As a dedicated Child Care Provider, I leveraged my CPR training and empathy to foster a nurturing environment, achieving positive behavioral changes and developmental progress. At my self-employed role, I excelled in creating educational activities that promoted early childhood development, ensuring safety and well-being for all children under my care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
45 Osgood Ave, Staten Island, NY 10304
11.2007 - 05.2024
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
- Assisted children with homework and school projects, enhancing academic support.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Improved children's physical health with daily outdoor play and exercise routines.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing and serving nutritious meals and snacks.
- Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
Education
No Degree - Family Child Care
CDA National Credential Program
Staten Island, NY04.2022
No Degree - Teachers Assistance/Child Care Provider
College of Staten Island
Staten Island05.2004
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- CPR training
- Childcare
- Multilingual Abilities
- Child Safety
- Health and safety
- Infant Care
- Early Childhood Development
- Social and Emotional Development
- Special Needs Care
Timeline
Child Care Provider
Self-employeed
11.2007 - 05.2024
No Degree - Family Child Care
CDA National Credential Program
No Degree - Teachers Assistance/Child Care Provider
College of Staten Island