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Sofie Purdy-Kremer

Stratford,ON

Summary

Reliable childcare provider with extensive experience caring for children ages 1 through 14, including those with disabilities such as autism and ADHD. Certified in first aid and CPR with dedication to creative safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments for all children (currently updating 2021 certification). Passionate about the arts and arts education.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Babysitter

Siblings and Neighbourhood Kids
01.2019 - Current
  • Played games, read books, and facilitated creative play with children of a variety of ages
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing
  • Reassured children when upset, providing emotional support and stability
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution
  • Cleaned dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians

Volunteer

Stratford Public Library
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Halloween event "Boo Bash" (set up craft supplies and supervised children making crafts; organized games; did face painting; and implemented safety measures for a night walk)
  • Summer Shivers Ghost Story Concert (wrote and performed an original ghost story)
  • Reading Buddies program (worked with several kids of different ages to improve their literary skills and increase their enjoyment of reading)
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning
  • Created welcoming and comfortable space by keeping the spaces clean and organized

Education

Stratford District Secondary School
Stratford, ON

Skills

  • Child supervision
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Enthusiastic promotion of creative play
  • Managing routines and schedules, and upholding rules
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Special needs experience (autism, ADHD, anxiety)
  • Educational and arts activities planning
  • Red Cross Babysitting Certificate - 2018
  • Certified in first aid and CPR – 2021

Interests

  • Photography and editing photos
  • Creative writing and imaginative world building
  • Exploring various forms of art, such as traditional pencil drawings, digital artwork, and mixed media
  • Animal care

Timeline

Volunteer

Stratford Public Library
06.2023 - 11.2023

Babysitter

Siblings and Neighbourhood Kids
01.2019 - Current

Stratford District Secondary School

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