Vania Maite Letellier Balcazar
HHA Home Health Aide
Lehigh Acres,Florida
Summary
Dedicated and nurturing professional with extensive experience as an Infant Room Teacher Assistant at Peppermint Tree School. Skilled in curriculum planning and emotional support, I successfully enhanced cognitive development through engaging activities, fostering a safe and stimulating environment for young learners. Committed to promoting child safety and effective communication with parents.
Developed essential skills in caring and structured environment, seeking to transition into new field. Expertise in creating nurturing and safe spaces, along with ability to communicate effectively with both children and adults. Looking to leverage these transferable skills in new career path.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Infant Room Teacher Assistant
Peppermint Tree School
- Created and executed lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and assessed developmental needs of students to develop to fullest potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Maintained confidentiality of children, family information and staff.
- Planned and executed appropriate schedule and activities for children each day, creating fun, engaging and exciting learning environment by singing songs and reading to children.
- Employed learning through play philosophy and educational objectives, striking balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities and encouraging children to communicate verbally.
- Ensured a safe learning environment by adhering to strict health protocols and conducting regular safety checks on classroom equipment.
- Maintained detailed records of each infant''s progress, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
- Enhanced infant cognitive development by implementing age-appropriate activities and educational materials.
- Implemented effective classroom management techniques, maintaining order and structure while fostering an environment of warmth and nurturing support.
- Coordinated special events such as holiday celebrations or parent-teacher conferences, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all participants involved.
- Integrated music, art, and movement activities into daily lessons, offering diverse opportunities for creative expression among infants.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to create consistent schedules, routines, and guidelines that fostered a sense of stability for infants.
- Supported emotional growth by fostering a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment.
- Provided individualized attention to each infant in the classroom, adapting teaching strategies based on unique needs or preferences.
- Improved communication skills in infants through engaging language exercises and interactive storytelling sessions.
- Contributed to the design of curriculum plans that aligned with state education standards for early childhood development programs.
- Participated in professional development opportunities focused on enhancing knowledge of infant care practices.
- Promoted socialization among infants by facilitating group playtime and encouraging interaction with peers.
- Implemented positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desired behaviors from infants during class time and transitions between activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Completed daily logs for management review.
HHA Caregiver
Alternative Home Making With the Heart
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Managed household chores such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning, allowing clients to focus on their health and wellbeing.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a reliable source of information about the client''s progress and needs.
- Prevented bedsores in immobile clients by regularly repositioning them and ensuring proper skin care was administered.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering strong relationships and trust.
- Supported clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.
- Increased patient satisfaction levels by consistently going above-and-beyond in providing exceptional care tailored to individual preferences.
- Boosted patient morale with a positive attitude, effective communication, and active listening skills to address concerns and validate emotions.
- Trained new HHA staff members on best practices for patient care delivery and documentation procedures.
- Educated patients and family members on proper nutrition, exercise routines, and self-care techniques to promote overall wellness.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Developed and implemented care plans for clients.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Researched and recommended community resources to meet clients' needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
HHA Caregiver
Home Helpers
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a reliable source of information about the client''s progress and needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering strong relationships and trust.
- Supported clients with cognitive impairments through engaging mental exercises designed to maintain brain health and function.
- Increased patient satisfaction levels by consistently going above-and-beyond in providing exceptional care tailored to individual preferences.
- Boosted patient morale with a positive attitude, effective communication, and active listening skills to address concerns and validate emotions.
- Trained new HHA staff members on best practices for patient care delivery and documentation procedures.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored client health by performing routine pulse, temperature and blood pressure checks.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Performed laundry, grocery shopping and other light housekeeping duties as instructed by client.
- Provided mobility assistance such as walking and regular exercising.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Provided transportation and appointments management.
- Monitored changes in clients' conditions to report concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Helped clients with managed home care, ensuring efficacy of care by monitoring health status.
- Communicated regularly with clients' families to provide updates on health and wellbeing.
- Utilized universal precautions and infection control principles in all aspects of care.
- Assisted with end-of-life care.
- Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises to assist with daily physical therapy routines.
- Supported families through difficult times by offering emotional support and education on important care tasks.
- Documented vital statistics and coordinated with health care providers.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
- Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in caregiving techniques, enhancing the quality of care provided.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between home care settings by coordinating services and communicating effectively with all parties involved.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Brown Academy
11.2014 - 12.2014
- Built trust among toddlers and their families by maintaining consistent communication about daily activities, upcoming events, and any concerns that arose.
- Facilitated imaginative play experiences by providing a wide variety of materials and resources for children to explore independently or collaboratively as a group.
- Continually reflected on personal teaching practices, seeking feedback from colleagues and supervisors to identify areas for improvement or growth in order to better serve the needs of young learners.
- Developed strong partnerships with fellow educators, administrators, and support staff to ensure the overall success of the classroom environment.
- Assisted in the implementation of daily routines, including mealtime, naptime, outdoor play, and transitions between activities.
- Supported children''s emotional and social development through positive reinforcement and open communication strategies.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration.
- Implemented creative art projects that encouraged self-expression while also developing fine motor skills among toddlers.
- Enhanced toddler learning by incorporating age-appropriate activities and sensory play into daily curriculum.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, cooperation, and kindness toward all children at all times.
- Utilized a variety of teaching techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and create an inclusive learning atmosphere for all students.
- Promoted language development by engaging toddlers in interactive storytelling sessions using books, puppets, and props.
- Empowered young learners by guiding them towards independence in self-help tasks such as dressing themselves or cleaning up after snack time.
- Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs to ensure their successful integration into the group setting.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Encouraged use of technology to support student learning.
Education
Certificate Of Completion , Prevention Of Medical - Certificate Of Completion , Prevention Of Medical
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certificate Of Completion , Legal: The Rights Of P - Certificate Of Completion , Legal: The Rights Of P
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certificate Of Completion , End Of Life Hospice- 2 - Certificate Of Completion , End Of Life Hospice- 2
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certification Of Completion , Legal: HIPPA/Cobra A - Certification Of Completion , Legal: HIPPA/Cobra A
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certificate Of Completion , Domestic Violence Upda - Certificate of Completion , Domestic Violence Upda
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certificate Of Completion , Accurate And Legal Doc - Certificate Of Completion , Accurate And Legal Doc
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certificate Of Completion , Child Abuse- 2.0 Onlin - Certificate Of Completion , Child Abuse- 2.0 Onlin
Rn.org
Online07.2021
Certificate Of Completion , Bloodborne Pathogens,I - Certificate of Completion , Bloodborne Pathogens,I
Rn.org
Online 07.2021
HHA - Home Health Aide
Southern Technical Institute
Pinellas Park, FL08.2020
Certificate Of Completion , Assistance With Self A - Certificate of Completion , Assistance With Self A
Rn.org
Online06.2020
Certificate Of Completion , First Aid -1.0 Online - Certificate of Completion , First Aid -1.0 Online
Rn.org
Online05.2020
Certificate Of Completion , Alzheimer Disease (Flo - Certificate of Completion , Alzheimer Disease (Flo
Rn.org
Online05.2020
CNA-Healthcare - CNA-Healthcare , CNA-Healthcare, HIPPA, Safety Ori
Ed Klopfer School
Fort Myers Fl 03.2010
High School Diploma - High School
North Nicholas High School
12.2009
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Safety awareness
- Sanitation and cleanliness
- Classroom organization
- Professionalism and ethics
- Parent-teacher communication
- Emotional support
- First aid training
- Child development
- Creative play
- Curriculum planning
- Motor skills development
- Nurturing attitude
- Language development
- Diapering and feeding
- Child assessment
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Friendly and likeable
- Problem-solving
- Loves children
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Child care
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Team collaboration
- Classroom management
- Active listener
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Child safety
- CPR and first aid
- Verbal communication
- Health and safety
- Approachable
- Housekeeping
- Efficient under pressure
- Emotionally supportive
- Positive reinforcement
- Play-based learning
- Social skills development
- Arts, crafts, and games
- Parental communication
- Lesson planning
- Meal preparation
- Positive role model
- Infant care
- Parent communication
- Accurate record keeping
- Conflict resolution
- Strong computer skills
- Activity planning
- Curriculum implementation
- Safety monitoring
- Record keeping
- Age-appropriate activities
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Excel proficiency
- Curriculum development
- Social development activities
- Behavior modeling
- Behavior management techniques
- Language skills
- FLUENT IN LANGUAGE
- Emergency procedures
- Gentle discipline
- Emotional intelligence
- Interactive lesson plans
- Recreational activities
- Early childhood education
- Group instruction
- Group supervision
- Special-needs childcare
- Nutrition knowledge
- Nutrition
- Adept at working with special needs children
- Bilingual in language
- Progress reporting
- Storytelling and crafts
- Literacy development
- Supply management
- Professional babysitter
- Personal care activities
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Student learning records
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
HHA Caregiver
Alternative Home Making With the Heart
02.2024 - Current
HHA Caregiver
Home Helpers
09.2021 - 02.2022
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Brown Academy
11.2014 - 12.2014
Infant Room Teacher Assistant
Peppermint Tree School
Certificate Of Completion , Prevention Of Medical - Certificate Of Completion , Prevention Of Medical
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , Legal: The Rights Of P - Certificate Of Completion , Legal: The Rights Of P
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , End Of Life Hospice- 2 - Certificate Of Completion , End Of Life Hospice- 2
Rn.org
Certification Of Completion , Legal: HIPPA/Cobra A - Certification Of Completion , Legal: HIPPA/Cobra A
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , Domestic Violence Upda - Certificate of Completion , Domestic Violence Upda
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , Accurate And Legal Doc - Certificate Of Completion , Accurate And Legal Doc
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , Child Abuse- 2.0 Onlin - Certificate Of Completion , Child Abuse- 2.0 Onlin
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , Bloodborne Pathogens,I - Certificate of Completion , Bloodborne Pathogens,I
Rn.org
HHA - Home Health Aide
Southern Technical Institute
Certificate Of Completion , Assistance With Self A - Certificate of Completion , Assistance With Self A
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , First Aid -1.0 Online - Certificate of Completion , First Aid -1.0 Online
Rn.org
Certificate Of Completion , Alzheimer Disease (Flo - Certificate of Completion , Alzheimer Disease (Flo
Rn.org
CNA-Healthcare - CNA-Healthcare , CNA-Healthcare, HIPPA, Safety Ori
Ed Klopfer School
High School Diploma - High School
North Nicholas High School
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