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
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
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