High School Early Childhood
Resume:
LAMEEKA
BRELAND
***********@*****.***
Victorville, CA 92392
EDUCATION
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo And Paso Robles Ca.
Associate of Arts : Early Childhood Education
International Air And Hospitality Academy
Ontario, CA • 06/1999
Certificate
International Air Academy was a training facility for Airlines, Hotel reservations, and Travel Agents.
Paso Robles High School
Paso Robles, CA • 06/1995
High School Diploma
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Adept Childcare Provider with a proven trackrecord from LaJoaune McClellan, excelling in child supervision and CPR training. Leveraged patience and empathy to foster strong family relationships and ensure a safe, nurturing environment. Achieved significant improvements in child development through innovative activity planning and positive reinforcement techniques.
SKILLS
●Patience and Empathy
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●Child Supervision
●CPR training
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●Childcare
●Positive Reinforcement
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●Safety understanding
●Hygiene and Cleanliness
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●Activity Planning
●Meal Preparation
●WORK HISTORY
●LaJoaune McClellan - Childcare Provider
Paso Robles, CA • 03/2020 - 07/2023 805-***-****
●Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
●Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
●Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
●Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
●Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
●Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
●Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
●Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
●Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
●Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
●Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
●Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
●Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
●Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
●Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
●Assisted children in developing fine motor skills through play-based learning activities such as puzzles and stacking blocks.
●Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
●Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
●Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
●Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
●Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child’s achievements or concerns while offering guidance on home-based support strategies.
Sharon Breland - Childcare Provider
Paso Robles, CA • 05/2016 - 01/202*-***-***- 6213
●Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
●Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
●Managed behavior issues effectively using positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a respectful atmosphere within the childcare setting.
●Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
●Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
●Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
●Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
●Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
●Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
●Fostered creativity with various arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and self-expression.
●Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
Peoples Self Help Housing At Canyon Creek Learning - Teachers Assistant
San Luis Obispo County • 08/2013 - 05/2016 805-***-****
●Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
●Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
●Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
●Supported student-learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
●Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
●Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing books and materials.
●Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
●Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
Food 4 Less Supermarket - Customer Service Cashier
Paso Robles, CA • 09/2010 - 08/2011 702-***-****
●Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
●Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
●Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
●Processed customer orders and accurately handled payment transactions.
●Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
●Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
●Met customer service goals and exceeded customer expectations.
●Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
●Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important, and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
●Promoted a positive shopping experience by greeting customers warmly upon entry and providing assistance as needed.
●Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently handling transactions and addressing inquiries.
●Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
NCI Affiliates - Job Coach
Paso Robles, CA • 06/2005 - 04/2009 805-***-****
●Promoted and developed employment and on the job training opportunities for disadvantaged applicants.
●Excited daily operations of cashiering, retail work, and janitorial work.
●Trained and managed six clients in the running of the company's thrift store, and achieved significant improvements in their productivity.
●Trained and managed a janitorial crew for Camp Roberts Army Base (in San Miguel Ca.) and achieved significant improvements in their productivity as well.
●Assisted employers in establishing wage scales commensurate with prevailing rates.
●Assisted employers in revising standards, which includes and excludes clients from certain jobs.
●Established relationships with employers regarding problems, complaints, and the progress of recently placed disadvantaged applicants.
●Cultivated strong relationships with community organizations and resources to provide additional support services for clients when needed.
●Offered ongoing support to clients throughout their job search process, leading to increased levels of motivation and self-confidence.
●Monitored and tracked client progress through consistent follow-up sessions, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving employment goals.
●Provided ongoing guidance and support to clients throughout job search and onboarding process.
Mr. Black - Customer Service Cashier
1260 East Washington Ave. Colton Ca. • 01/2000 - 05/2005 909-***-****
●Counted money in the cash drawer at the beginning and end of shifts to ensure that amounts were correct and there was adequate change.
●Received cash from customers and employees in payment for goods and services, and recorded amounts received.
●Made change, and issued receipts to customers.
●Stocked shelves, and marked prices on shelves and items.
●Organized and displayed the floral arrangements in store.
●Completed inventory of merchandise and ordered products needed for the store.
●Answered customer’s questions, and provided information on procedures and policies.
●Read and recorded totals shown on cash register tape and verified against cash on hand.
●Handled high-pressure situations calmly, maintaining composure during busy periods or difficult interactions.
●Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
●Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting a welcoming environment for customers.
●Resolved customer complaints with professionalism and empathy, resulting in increased customer loyalty.
SELFEMPLOYED - Childcare Provider
Colton, CA • 12/1998 - 08/2001
●Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
●Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
●Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
●Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
●Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
●Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
●Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
●Implemented daily routines to establish consistency, helping children transition smoothly between activities.
SELFEMPLOYED - Childcare Provider
Colton, CA • 01/1998 - 12/2000
●Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
●Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
●Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
●Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
●Ensured child safety through vigilant supervision, maintaining proper ratios during indoor and outdoor activities.
●Administered first aid when needed, adhering to established protocols to ensure child safety and wellbeing.
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