Toni Bowie
Rancho Santa Margarita,CA
Summary
Hard-working undergraduate from University of California, Irvine, with a passion for psychology and social work. Knowledge in psychological development, criminology and research practices. A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Over 5 years of experience as a Child Care Leader, providing quality care to Kindergarten through Seventh grade children.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Leader
The Learning Connection, TLC, Valley School District
08.2019 - Current
- Facilitate before and after school care as a Child Care leader for K-12 students during the academic school year and summer session.
- Monitor and guide children throughout their participation in activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Utilize positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Develop age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Sanitize dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintain effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Encourage children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Collaborate with Site Coordinators, fellow Child Care Leaders and parents to plan, organize and conduct special events (e.g., Color Run, Glow in the Dark Party, holiday parties, Water Day, etc.)
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
Babysitter
Parents Of Child
11.2011 - Current
- Care for several pairs of siblings, ranging in age from newborn to ten years of age.
- Play games, work on homework, and read books to young children.
- Reassure children when upset by providing emotional support and stability.
- Assist with meal preparation, light housekeeping and bedtime preparation to support family with additional chores.
- Communicate with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Plan fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Engage with children in a group and individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Encourage children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Teach children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science
University of California Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Law & Society
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA06.2023
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Social and Academic Development
- Caring and Responsible
- Childcare Expertise
- Homework Assistance
- Housekeeping Abilities
- Parent Communication
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Leadership
- Psychology
- Problem-Solving
- Organization
Volunteer Experience
Jamboree Housing, Irvine - Classroom Intern
07/2018 - 10/2022
- Arranged safe indoor and outdoor spaces to facilitate creative play and academic development through the use of a carefully constructed curriculum.
- Assist and supported students with disabilities, such as ADHD, depression, dyslexia, and processing disorders.
- Provided subject-specific support to students in both one-on-one and group sessions.
- Guided children through various tasks in a classroom setting to develop artistic and practical skills (e.g. arts, crafts, gardening, reading club, etc.).
- Volunteered and chaperoned several Jamboree Residential events (e.g. Luau Event, National Night Out, Bagel Mingle, Knott's Berry Farm, etc.).
- Built a strong rapport with the students enrolled in the program and apartment residents.
Child Abuse Service Team, Orange County - Child Advocate Volunteer
09/2022 - Current
- Provide a safe and secure environment for the children that arrive at CAST
- Entertain and supervise the children awaiting a forensic interview and/or medical exam in the CAST playroom (e.g., crafts, movies, video games, etc.).
- Provide social and emotional support to children during their forensic interview breaks.
- Collaborate with other Child Advocates and CAST members to fulfill the children and their families' basic needs (e.g., snacks, drinks, comfort, privacy, etc.).
- Perform organizational and administrative tasks (e.g., answering phones, cleaning playroom, organizing/stocking file room, etc.).
Additional Information
- Summa Cum Laude Honor
Timeline
Child Care Leader
The Learning Connection, TLC, Valley School District
08.2019 - Current
Babysitter
Parents Of Child
11.2011 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychological Science
University of California Irvine
Bachelor of Arts - Criminology, Law & Society
University of California, Irvine
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