Natalie Rodriguez

Daycare Worker
Phone: (555) 234-7890
Address: 1247 Maple Street, Denver, CO 80202
Website: https://natalie-rodriguez-childcare.com
Email:
  • Compassionate daycare worker with 4+ years nurturing children ages 6 months to 5 years in licensed childcare facilities
  • Experienced in implementing developmentally appropriate activities and maintaining safe, engaging environments for groups of 20+ children
  • Proven track record of building strong partnerships with parents through daily communication and collaborative approach to child development

Work Experience

March 2022 - Present

Rainbow Kids Learning Center, Denver, CO

Lead Daycare Teacher

  • Supervised and engaged 18 preschoolers daily (ages 3-5), maintaining 100% safety record over 2+ years
  • Developed and implemented weekly STEAM activities that improved fine motor skills for 90% of children as documented in quarterly assessments
  • Partnered with parents through daily communication logs and monthly conferences, strengthening home-school connection for 25+ families
  • Mentored 3 new assistant teachers in classroom management techniques and state licensing compliance procedures
  • Coordinated seasonal family events including fall harvest festival attended by 150+ family members
June 2020 - February 2022

Little Sprouts Childcare, Denver, CO

Assistant Daycare Teacher

  • Provided direct care for 12 toddlers (ages 18 months - 3 years) including diaper changing, meal assistance, and nap supervision
  • Implemented sensory play activities that supported language development, resulting in 85% of children meeting age-appropriate vocabulary milestones
  • Maintained detailed daily reports for parents documenting eating, sleeping, and developmental progress for each child
  • Assisted lead teacher with potty training program achieving 95% success rate within 6-month timeframe
September 2019 - May 2020

Tender Hearts Daycare, Aurora, CO

Infant Room Caregiver

  • Provided specialized care for 8 infants (ages 6 weeks - 18 months) including bottle feeding, sleep schedule management, and developmental milestone tracking
  • Established consistent feeding and nap routines that improved infant comfort and reduced crying episodes by 40%
  • Collaborated with parents to maintain home feeding schedules and introduced solid foods following pediatrician guidelines
  • Documented daily activities and developmental observations using center's digital tracking system

Education

Graduated May 2019

Community College of Denver, Denver, CO

Associate of Applied Science in Early Childhood Education

GPA: 3.7/4.0
Relevant Coursework: Child Development, Curriculum Planning, Family Engagement, Special Needs in Early Childhood
Practicum: 240 hours at Sunshine Preschool Academy
Graduated June 2017

Jefferson High School, Denver, CO

High School Diploma

Relevant Activities: Peer Tutoring Program, Volunteer Reading Buddy (Elementary School)

Certifications and Training

Expires: August 2025

CPR and First Aid Certified

American Red Cross

2019

Colorado Childcare Training - 90 Hours Completed

Colorado Department of Human Services

2020

Safe Sleep Training for Infant Care

Colorado Department of Human Services

Completed January 2024

Mandated Reporter Training

Colorado Department of Human Services

Expires: March 2025

Food Handler's Permit

Colorado Department of Public Health

2023

Positive Behavior Support Training

Early Childhood Professional Development

Technical Skills

Child behavior management using positive reinforcement and redirection techniques

Infant care including feeding, diapering, and sleep routine establishment

Creative curriculum planning for mixed age groups (6 months - 5 years)

Developmental milestone tracking and documentation

Emergency response procedures and accident prevention

Digital communication platforms for parent updates

Interpersonal Skills

Maintains composure during challenging behaviors while implementing consistent discipline strategies

Excellent communication with children, parents, and colleagues across diverse backgrounds

Creative problem-solving for classroom management and activity adaptation

Patient guidance during transitions, potty training, and emotional regulation

Collaborative teamwork in fast-paced childcare environment

Age-Specific Expertise

Infant development knowledge (0-18 months) including milestone tracking and feeding transitions

Toddler engagement through sensory play, music, and gross motor activities

Pre-K school readiness preparation including letter recognition, counting, and social skills

Special needs accommodation and inclusive classroom practices

Recognition and Achievements

September 2023

Teacher of the Month Award

Rainbow Kids Learning Center

Recognized for implementing innovative outdoor learning activities that enhanced children's connection with nature
2022-2023 School Year

Perfect Attendance Award

Rainbow Kids Learning Center

Demonstrated reliability crucial for maintaining consistent care and required classroom ratios
May 2019

Outstanding Student Teacher Recognition

Community College of Denver

Honored for exceptional classroom management skills and creative lesson plan development during practicum

Volunteer Experience

June 2018 - August 2019

Denver Public Library - Montbello Branch

Story Time Coordinator

  • Led weekly story time sessions for 25+ preschoolers and their families
  • Developed age-appropriate activities incorporating music, movement, and early literacy skills
  • Received Community Service Award for outstanding volunteer dedication
September 2017 - Present

Grace Community Church, Denver, CO

Nursery Volunteer

  • Provide childcare for infants and toddlers during Sunday services and special events
  • Maintain safe, nurturing environment for up to 15 children simultaneously
  • Praised by nursery coordinator for reliability and natural rapport with children

Professional References

Maria Gonzalez

Center Director, Rainbow Kids Learning Center

Phone: (555) 345-6789
Email: [email protected]
Relationship: Direct Supervisor (2022-Present)
Can speak to: Leadership abilities, curriculum development, parent communication

Jennifer Walsh

Lead Teacher, Little Sprouts Childcare

Phone: (555) 456-7890
Email: [email protected]
Relationship: Teaching Partner (2020-2022)
Can speak to: Classroom management, teamwork, patience with challenging behaviors

Rebecca Martinez

Former Rainbow Kids Parent

Phone: (555) 567-8901
Email: [email protected]
Relationship: Parent of former student (2022-2024)
Can speak to: Reliability, communication skills, positive impact on child development