Yara Torrizo
Miami Gardens
Summary
Hardworking Daycare Assistant diligent in keeping children safe and secure while promoting learning and meeting basic needs of care. Excellent people and problem-solving abilities with diligent and focused nature. Child-focused with certification in Infant CPR and First Aid. Promotes learning at every age level.
Childcare professional with history of supporting early childhood education environments. Proven ability to assist in lesson planning and execute engaging activities that promote child development. Known for fostering collaborative atmosphere and adapting to dynamic classroom needs, showcasing skills in communication and patience.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Amazing Learning Academy
06.2023 - Current
- Set up playroom and childcare areas for safety and cleanliness.
- Established safe play environment for children.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Prepared reports and maintained administrative records.
- Demonstrated specific skills and activities for students to improve understanding and take excess workload off teachers.
- Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Cleaned, organized and restocked classrooms for upcoming classes.
- Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
- Restocked supplies and personal hygiene products for use by students.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Built constructive and open relationships with families with forthright yet friendly communication.
- Promoted learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Consistently enforced disciplinary limits for structured environment conducive to learning.
- Arrived at assigned areas on time, prepared, and ready to work.
- Served as positive role model, promoting healthy interpersonal behaviors.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
Volunteer
Amazing Learning Academy
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Assisted in disaster relief efforts, ensuring timely distribution of aid and supplies.
- Coordinated food drives for improved local food bank stock levels.
Babysitter
Jessica Diaz Contreras
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Facilitated creative play and crafts to stimulate imagination and fine motor skills.
- Ensured cleanliness and hygiene by organizing children's living and play areas.
- Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks to support health and well-being.
- Supported educational development by assisting with homework and school projects.
- Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Education
High School Diploma -
IPV Hermanos Martinez Tamayo
Playa,Havana Cuba 05-2013
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- CPR certified
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher communication
- Outdoor play supervision
- Hygiene and safety
- Music and movement
- Art and craft activities
- Language skills
- Early childhood education
- Literacy development
- Child development
- Nutrition and meal planning
- Child assessment
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Encouraging participation and inclusivity
- Spanish language proficiency
- Special needs support
- Communicating with parents and teachers
- Special needs care
- Health and safety
- CPR training
- Early childhood development
- Infant care
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Social development
- Special needs experience
Certification
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification – American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Professional Childcare Certification – Council for Professional Recognition or National Early Childhood Program Accreditation.
- First Aid Certification
- OSHA Certified
- [Florida] Driver's License
- HIV/Aids
- HIPPA
- Civil Rights training
- Domestic Violence
- Zero Tolerance
- All Waiver Providers
- Care Core Competences
- Security Awareness
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Daycare Teacher's Assistant
Amazing Learning Academy
06.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Amazing Learning Academy
03.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Jessica Diaz Contreras
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- First Aid/CPR Instructor Certification – American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Professional Childcare Certification – Council for Professional Recognition or National Early Childhood Program Accreditation.
- First Aid Certification
- OSHA Certified
- [Florida] Driver's License
- HIV/Aids
- HIPPA
- Civil Rights training
- Domestic Violence
- Zero Tolerance
- All Waiver Providers
- Care Core Competences
- Security Awareness
High School Diploma -
IPV Hermanos Martinez Tamayo
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