Ana L.

Hello! I am a confident, knowledgeable worker, dedicated to creating a stimulating, encouraging, safe atmosphere for each child's individual needs. During my two years’ experience, I have developed strong skills in supporting young children, and am genuinely passionate about providing the best child care and play experiences. Key Skills: Extensive child care experience Ability to prioritise effectively Strong childcare and play skills Excellent communication skills Build learning into everyday activities Provide play activities and learning experiences suitable for each child's age and stage of development Support and care for the emotional, social, intellectual and physical needs of the children Provide children with a healthy, balanced diet Always discuss dietary needs with parentsHave a good knowledge of food hygiene, storage of food, preparation/ handling of food and cooking of food Education I have a degree in civil engineering. Experiences July 2018- March 2019 Childcare Worker, Rios do Saber, School, Caratinga, Brazil * Keeping records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.  * Instruct children in health and personal habits such as eating, resting, and toilet habits. * Read to children, and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs. * Organising and participating in recreational activities. * Assisting in preparing food, serving meals and refreshments to children, organising and storing toys and materials in activity areas, running in-house creches within businesses, sterilising bottles and preparing baby milk. Voluntary Experience: Jan 2016– June 2017 I spent 18 months volunteering as a befriender and independent visitor to children of Seventh-day Adventist church families in Caratinga, Brazil