Samantha Barrera
Lemoore
Summary
Compassionate Childcare Technician with strong child supervision and behavior management skills.
Committed to creating engaging routines and providing emotional support to foster a safe and nurturing
environment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider
Alexandria Mercado
Lemoore, CA
03.2026 - Current
- Supervised children during playtime, ensuring safety and engagement in activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, promoting healthy eating habits among children.
- Developed and implemented daily routines to foster structure and consistency for children.
- Assisted with homework, providing guidance to enhance learning and comprehension.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's behavior and daily activities.
- Organized recreational activities that encouraged creativity and physical activity.
- Adapted quickly to children's individual needs, demonstrating flexibility in caregiving approach.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment, prioritizing hygiene and organization in play areas.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
Youth Caregiver
Beatriz Williams
Visalia, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
In Home Support Provider
Hailey Brown
Porterville, CA
04.2024 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
Master of Arms (MA)
United States Navy, USN
Lemoore, CA
04.2024 - 04.2027
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Master of Arms (MA)
United States Navy, USN
Manama, Bahrain
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Butterfield Charter School
Porterville, CANavy Enlisted Rating Certificate - Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA)
Navy Master of Arms "A" School
San Antonio, TX 07.2023 - 09.2023
Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) “C” School Completion Certificate - Law Enforcement Specialist
Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) “C” School
San Antonio, TX 10.2023 - 11.2023
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Managing routines
- Behavior monitoring
- CPR certified
- Child supervision
- Behavior management techniques
- Multitasking Abilities
- Coordination and teamwork
Calm under pressure
Problem resolution
Attention to detail
Active listening
Flexible and adaptable
Computer skills
Dependable and responsible
Customer service
Verbal communication
Critical thinking
Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Childcare Provider
Alexandria Mercado
03.2026 - Current
Youth Caregiver
Beatriz Williams
11.2025 - Current
Master of Arms (MA)
United States Navy, USN
04.2024 - 04.2027
In Home Support Provider
Hailey Brown
04.2024 - Current
Master of Arms (MA)
United States Navy, USN
12.2023 - 04.2024
Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) “C” School Completion Certificate - Law Enforcement Specialist
Law Enforcement Specialist (LES) “C” School
10.2023 - 11.2023
Navy Enlisted Rating Certificate - Federal Law Enforcement Training Accreditation (FLETA)
Navy Master of Arms "A" School
07.2023 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Butterfield Charter School