Holly Crane
Sault Ste. Marie,ON
Summary
Passionate about fostering supportive and nurturing environments for children. Experience includes managing daily routines, developing educational activities and promoting emotional growth in childcare roles. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to varied situations and genuine empathy for children's needs. Previous work has resulted in enhanced learning experiences and improved behavioral outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Provider
Private homes
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
01.2014 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing lesson plans to meet the individual needs of each child.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Observed children's behavior and development, communicate information with parents.
- Organized age-appropriate activities such as games, arts and crafts and outdoor play.
- Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
- Read books aloud to small groups or individual children.
- Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
- Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
- Planned field trips to local parks, libraries and other educational places.
- Encouraged positive interactions between children by providing supervision at all times.
- Monitored children's progress through ongoing assessments of their abilities and interests.
- Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
- Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
- Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.
- Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
- Collaborated with teachers on special projects such as holiday parties or end-of-year events.
- Implemented discipline strategies when needed while ensuring the safety of all students.
- Assisted in planning nutritious snacks and meals according to dietary guidelines set forth by state regulations.
- Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress or any other concerns related to childcare services provided.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
Cleaner
Private homes
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
01.2013 - Current
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and dusted surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, sinks, countertops, mirrors, and floors.
- Emptied wastebaskets and replaced liners.
- Stocked supplies such as soap, toilet paper, and paper towels in restrooms.
- Maintained cleaning equipment and materials in a safe and sanitary working condition.
- Polished furniture to remove dust and dirt buildup.
- Transported trash bags to designated disposal areas.
- Washed windows both inside and outside of the facility.
- Disinfected doorknobs, light switches, telephones, computers, desks and other high-touch surfaces.
- Scrubbed walls to remove scuff marks or stains.
- Mixed chemicals for use in cleaning processes according to safety instructions provided by manufacturer labels.
- Replaced air filters on heating and ventilation systems as needed.
- Assisted with minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs or replacing broken fixtures.
- Inspected rooms for cleanliness prior to guest arrival.
- Responded promptly to all customer complaints regarding cleanliness issues.
- Replenished amenities such as shampoos, soaps, and lotions in hotel rooms when needed.
- Complied with health regulations related to the handling of hazardous chemicals used during cleaning processes.
- Checked stock levels of all cleaning products regularly to ensure adequate supply is available.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while performing job duties.
- Provided assistance with laundry services when needed.
- Vacuumed carpeted areas and mopped solid surfaces with proper chemical solutions.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions and mirrors with cleaners and sponges.
- Sanitized frequented areas and equipment using approved supplies.
- Collected trash from floors within hallways, bathrooms and work areas.
- Removed trash bags, broke down boxes and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
- Scrubbed bathrooms, removing soap scum, mold and excess dirt from sinks and shower area.
- Used steam equipment to periodically clean upholstery and carpeting.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping or vacuuming.
- Emptied wastebaskets to transport trash and waste to proper disposal areas.
- Serviced, cleaned and restocked restrooms.
- Completed in-depth restroom cleanings to sanitize partitions, decorations, sinks, counters and mirrors.
- Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
- Dusted furniture, machines or equipment.
- Followed chemical cleaner and power equipment procedures to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Addressed minor maintenance issues, reporting more serious conditions to supervisors for attention from maintenance technicians.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Followed safety processes for all manual and electric cleaning equipment.
- Followed company uniform, performance and security policies with every job.
- Handled, mixed and stored chemical cleaners in compliance with safety requirements and standard operating procedures.
- Monitored supply levels and requested new items to maintain completing daily cleaning tasks.
- Polished windows, glass partitions or mirrors using sponges or squeegees.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
Personal Support Worker
Great Northern Retirement Home
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans for individual patients.
- Educated families about the patient's condition and provided support during difficult times.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
- Assessed physical condition of patients and identified health problems requiring further medical intervention.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
- Observed clinical conditions of patients while providing direct patient care services.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding the status of each client's health.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as laundry services for residents.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
- Organized paperwork related to patient treatments and maintained accurate records.
- Provided emotional support for terminally ill patients and their families.
Dish Washer
Feeding your soul café
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
01.2022 - 02.2024
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Cleaned food preparation areas such as countertops, cupboards, appliances exteriors, walls floors and sinks.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
- Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
Education
College - Personal Support Worker
Gates College
Sault Ste. Marie, ON06-2018
High School Diploma -
Superior Heights Collegiate And Vocational School
Sault Ste. Marie, ON06-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Child And Youth Worker
Gates College
Sault Ste. Marie, ONSkills
- Infection Control
- Lesson Plan Development
- Child Supervision
- Field Trip Planning
- Group leadership
- Housekeeping
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Activity Planning
- Housekeeping abilities
- Sanitation understanding
- Positive Reinforcement
- Child Development
- Group management
- Special needs experience
- Early childhood knowledge
- Child Safety Procedures
- Safety understanding
- CPR training
- Early Childhood Education
- Dietary Requirements
- Safety awareness
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Child development knowledge
- Curriculum Planning
- Reading skills
- Creative lesson planning
- Behavior management techniques
- Working well with others
- Working as a team
- Learning new things
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Great Northern Retirement Home
05.2023 - 04.2024
Dish Washer
Feeding your soul café
01.2022 - 02.2024
Child Care Provider
Private homes
01.2014 - Current
Cleaner
Private homes
01.2013 - Current
College - Personal Support Worker
Gates College
High School Diploma -
Superior Heights Collegiate And Vocational School
Some College (No Degree) - Child And Youth Worker
Gates College
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