Resourceful childcare assistant with experience in providing quality care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating age-appropriate activities to encourage physical, emotional and social development. Enjoys developing positive relationships with children and families.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Assistant
Cannonvale Kids Early Learning Centre
06.2022 - Current
Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
Documented children's growth and development.
Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Maintained accurate and detailed records of enrolments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviours and areas in need of improvement, implementing behaviour redirection where appropriate.
Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
Cafe Attendent
Cruise Whitsundays
11.2021 - 02.2022
Demonstrated knowledge and applied proper food handling standards.
Reconciled cash drawer and corrected any errors.
Assisted customers with product selection by answering questions about food ingredients and nutritional value.
Displayed calm and friendly demeanour when addressing and resolving customer issues and complaints.
Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors, and resolving discrepancies.
Front of House Barista
Coffee Club Cafe
12.2020 - 11.2021
Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
Promoted additional items with beverages, increasing store sales.
Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
Prevented infections and maintained store professionalism by cleaning and sanitizing work areas daily.
Learned every menu item's preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet customer needs.
Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Prepared specialty drinks such as cappuccinos, lattes and mochas.
Education
St Catherine's Catholic College
Proserpine
Skills
Outdoor Activities
Workshop Leadership
Charting and Recordkeeping
Infant Care and Feeding
Timeline
Childcare Assistant
Cannonvale Kids Early Learning Centre
06.2022 - Current
Cafe Attendent
Cruise Whitsundays
11.2021 - 02.2022
Front of House Barista
Coffee Club Cafe
12.2020 - 11.2021
St Catherine's Catholic College
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