Ijeoma Francisca
Lagos,Nigeria
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Childcare professional with 5+ years of experience providing nurturing care to children of all ages. Skilled in creating engaging and educational activities, promoting positive behavior, and ensuring a safe and stimulating environment. Proven ability to build strong relationships with children and parents, resulting in a high level of trust and satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Worker
Eagle Heights Learning Academy
Abuja, Nigeria
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised a group of 10 children, ensuring their safety and well-being during indoor and outdoor activities, resulting in zero accidents or injuries over a two-year period.
- Collaborated with a team of teachers to create and implement individualized education plans for children with special needs, resulting in a 20% improvement in their academic and social skills.
- Assisted with meal and snack preparation, following dietary restrictions and promoting healthy eating habits, resulting in a 10% decrease in food waste and an improvement in children's nutrition.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
Childcare Worker
Little Bugs Edu-Play
Gauteng, SA
02.2016 - 12.2022
- Assisted in providing care for children aged 3-5, including setting up and clearing after activities.
- Regularly communicated with parents and provided feedback on children's day and development.
- Created activities tailored to the needs of each child.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
Childcare Assistant
Pinnacle Children's Place
Lagos
09.2010 - 01.2016
- Maintained a clean and organized environment, implementing daily cleaning routines and teaching children the importance of cleanliness and hygiene.
- Participated in staff meetings and professional development activities, staying up-to-date with best practices in childcare and implementing new strategies to enhance the learning and development of children.
- Supervised outdoor playtime, ensuring safety while encouraging physical activity and exploration.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
Warehouse Assistant
Samsung Warehouse store
03.2004 - 08.2010
- Prepared and completed orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule (load, pack, wrap, label, ship) - Received and processed warehouse stock products (pick, unload, label, store) - Performed inventory controls and keep quality standards high for audits - Kept a clean and safe working environment and optimize space utilization - Completed diary logs into inventory and reported any discrepancies
Education
High School Diploma -
Ikeja High School
2003
Skills
- Child cognitive and social-emotional development
- Parental communication
- Behavior management strategies
- Child supervision
- Team collaboration
- Meal and snack preparation
- Knowledge of dietary restrictions
- Promotion of healthy eating habits
- Cleanliness and hygiene maintenance
- Participation in professional development activities
- Knowledge of best practices in childcare
- Ability to respond effectively to emergencies
- Ability to work with children with special needs
- Ability to improve children's academic and social skills
- Ability to reduce food waste
- Ability to increase parent satisfaction and retention
- Ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment
Timeline
Childcare Worker
Eagle Heights Learning Academy
01.2023 - Current
Childcare Worker
Little Bugs Edu-Play
02.2016 - 12.2022
Childcare Assistant
Pinnacle Children's Place
09.2010 - 01.2016
Warehouse Assistant
Samsung Warehouse store
03.2004 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Ikeja High School