Dakota Neafus
New Albany
Summary
Dedicated Child Care Worker with experience in implementing behavior management techniques and promoting emotional growth. Monitors individual progress and ensures safety through consistent supervision and thorough documentation. Passionate about creating nurturing environments for youth.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Teacher
A Child's Heart Daycare
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted in creating engaging lesson plans to promote early childhood learning and development.
- Supported classroom management by implementing behavior guidelines, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess children's progress and adapt activities accordingly.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of children during play and structured time.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's achievements and developmental milestones.
- Facilitated group activities that encouraged teamwork, social skills, and emotional growth among children.
- Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching strategies and classroom techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other essential documentation as required by state regulations or center policies consistently.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Managed daily routines efficiently to maintain a consistent schedule for students, promoting optimal time management skills in young learners.
Child Care Worker
Open Door Youth Services
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Supported youth in daily activities, fostering a positive and safe environment.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote emotional and social development.
- Documented incidents and interactions accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Engaged youth in recreational activities that enhance life skills and team-building abilities.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
- Assisted with daily living skills training, supporting self-sufficiency among program participants.
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Maintained accurate case records, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and state regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each youth''s specific needs.
Education
Software Development - Computer Programming
Ivy Tech Community College
Sellersburg, INHigh School Diploma -
Indiana Connections Career Academy
Indianapolis05-2021
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
- Oral communication
- Lesson planning
- Web design
- HTML and CSS coding
- Git proficiency
- Computer skills
- SQL programming
- Python
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
- Certificate in Web Design [May 2025]
- Certificate in Level 1 Web Design [May 2021]
Timeline
Assistant Teacher
A Child's Heart Daycare
09.2024 - Current
Child Care Worker
Open Door Youth Services
05.2024 - 09.2024
Software Development - Computer Programming
Ivy Tech Community College
High School Diploma -
Indiana Connections Career Academy