Karen Garcia
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Emerging compassionate and adaptable childcare provider with extensive experience supervising children. Known for employing effective problem-solving skills and time management to create secure, nurturing environments that enhance learning and growth.
Proactive and caring worker with 13 years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Babysitter
Self-employeed
Los Angeles, CA
04.2011 - Current
- Supervised children in a safe environment, ensuring proper care and attention to individual needs.
- Developed engaging activities that promoted learning and creativity among children of various ages.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress, behavior, and daily activities.
- Implemented effective routines that enhanced children's emotional and social development.
Intern
St. Annes Family Services
Los Angeles, CA
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted in daily care routines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Supported lead educators in implementing age-appropriate activities and lesson plans.
- Monitored children's behavior, promoting positive social interactions and conflict resolution skills.
- Organized play areas and materials, maintaining cleanliness and safety standards throughout the facility.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules and individual needs of children, enhancing overall care quality.
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging learning experiences tailored to diverse interests.
- Developed strong bonds with each child, creating a sense of security within the childcare environment.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA12-2026
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
West Los Angeles College
Culver City, CA06-2026
High School Diploma -
School For The Visual Arts And Hummanities
Los Angeles, CA06-2015
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability and punctuality
- Maintaining safe environment
- CPR certified
- Teamwork
Certification
- Hand Washing
- Standard Precautions For Infection Control Diapering
- Safe Sleep & SUIDS Prevention
- Cleaning, Sanitizing & Disinfecting
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Intern
St. Annes Family Services
10.2025 - 03.2026
Babysitter
Self-employeed
04.2011 - Current
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Los Angeles City College
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
West Los Angeles College
High School Diploma -
School For The Visual Arts And Hummanities