Andrea Vasquez
Early Childhood
Pyeongtaek-si,41
Summary
Resourceful childcare provider 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
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Childcare Provider
Moody AFB
Valdosta Georgia
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Promoted physical health and activity with daily outdoor playtime, exercise routines, and organized sports.
- Fostered emotional growth by creating a nurturing, safe, and inclusive environment for all children.
- Coordinated special events like birthday celebrations or holiday parties emphasizing inclusivity while fostering a sense of community.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to address behavioral issues effectively while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by implementing group activities and cooperative play sessions.
- Managed daily operations of a licensed home childcare facility, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences discussing child''s progress highlighting areas of improvement as well as challenges faced.
- Established strong relationships with parents to facilitate open communication about child .
- Boosted language development through engaging storytelling and interactive reading exercises.
- Developed fine motor skills in children by introducing various crafts and hands-on projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities resulting in less downtime for increased productivity.
Paraprofessional (Pre-k)
Scotland Park Elementry
Wichita Falls Texas
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Promoted a respectful classroom culture by modeling appropriate behavior and reinforcing positive interactions among peers.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Family Childcare Provider
Nellis Afb Family Childcare
Las Vegas Nevada
04.2011 - 05.2016
- Promoted physical health and activity with daily outdoor playtime, exercise routines, and organized sports.
- Fostered emotional growth by creating a nurturing, safe, and inclusive environment for all children.
- Coordinated special events like birthday celebrations or holiday parties emphasizing inclusivity while fostering a sense of community.
- Implemented positive discipline strategies to address behavioral issues effectively while maintaining a respectful atmosphere.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by implementing group activities and cooperative play sessions.
- Managed daily operations of a licensed home childcare facility, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safety standards.
- Conducted regular parent-teacher conferences discussing child''s progress highlighting areas of improvement as well as challenges faced.
- Established strong relationships with parents to facilitate open communication about child .
- Boosted language development through engaging storytelling and interactive reading exercises.
- Developed fine motor skills in children by introducing various crafts and hands-on projects.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities resulting in less downtime for increased
Child Care Assistant
Sheppard Air Force Base Child Development Center
Wichita Falls Texas
03.2017 - 02.2020
- Ensured physical safety of children by closely supervising during indoor and outdoor
- Built strong relationships with families, fostering trust through consistent communication about their child''s progress in our program.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create stimulating learning experiences for diverse groups of children.
- Maintained clean, organized and inviting classroom.
- Implemented creative art projects that encouraged self-expression, fine motor skill development, and cultural awareness among students
- Provided one-on-one support for children with special needs, ensuring equal access to education and resources.
- Supported children''s emotional regulation by teaching coping strategies such as deep breathing exercises.
Education
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler Arizona06.2021
Skills
Lesson Plan Implementation
Age-Appropriate Activities
Child development expertise
Conflict Mediation
CPR training
Nutrition knowledge
Curriculum Planning
Positive Reinforcement
Literacy development
Special Needs Care
Early Childhood Education
Patience and Empathy
Observation and Documentation
Child-Centered Approach
Motor Skills Development
Child Safety Protocols
Professionalism and Ethics
Social Skills Coaching
Confidentiality and Discretion
Parent-provider relationships
Child Supervision
Team Training
Problem-solving abilities
Social and Emotional Development
Timeline
Family Childcare Provider
Moody AFB
12.2023 - 12.2024
Paraprofessional (Pre-k)
Scotland Park Elementry
08.2020 - 08.2021
Child Care Assistant
Sheppard Air Force Base Child Development Center
03.2017 - 02.2020
Family Childcare Provider
Nellis Afb Family Childcare
04.2011 - 05.2016
Bachelors - Early Childhood Education
University of Arizona Global Campus