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Tomeka Gipson

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Caring In-Home Childcare Provider with 25+ years of experience tending to children with parents away. Feeds children, performs basic housekeeping duties, assists with homework and monitors for complications in physical and mental development.Caring for autistic children. Devoted to fostering health and growth on all levels. As well as raising 6 children of my own.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Private In-Home Childcare Provider

Self Employed Services
Des Moines, IA
12.2019 - Current
  • Planned and prepared meals and snacks for the children.
  • Developed age-appropriate activities to engage children in learning.
  • Provided safe, nurturing environment for children to learn and play.
  • Encouraged positive behavior while providing guidance to correct inappropriate behavior.
  • Participated in parent-teacher meetings at daycare centers or schools.
  • Recommended consultation with child psychologists or physicians to parents of children with apparent developmental or health issues.
  • Observed and monitored children's play activities.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment.
  • Communicated with parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and upcoming events.
  • Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from 8 weeks to 11 years old.

Scheduler

Cortesio Cleaning
Des Moines, IA
03.2014 - 12.2015
  • Maintained accurate records of all tasks completed by the team.
  • Assigned tasks to appropriate personnel based on their skill level and availability.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.

Education

Advance Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance

Mercy College of Health Sciences
Des Moines, IA
12-2005

Certfication - Private Investigation

Ashworth College
Norcross, GA

Skills

  • Creative lesson planning
  • Emotional Support
  • Child development knowledge
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • CPR training
  • Safe Driving Record
  • Outdoor Play Supervision
  • Hygiene maintenance
  • Parental Collaboration
  • Patience and understanding
  • Potty Training Assistance
  • Problem-Solving
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Observing and Monitoring Behavior
  • Multitasking
  • Caring and Responsible
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Adaptability
  • Task Prioritization

Timeline

Private In-Home Childcare Provider

Self Employed Services
12.2019 - Current

Scheduler

Cortesio Cleaning
03.2014 - 12.2015

Advance Certified Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistance

Mercy College of Health Sciences

Certfication - Private Investigation

Ashworth College
Tomeka Gipson