Nitzel Alcantara
Mount Airy
Summary
Dedicated Early Childhood Educator with a strong work ethic and expertise in special needs education at First Steps at First Presbyterian Church. Successfully fostered inclusive learning environments, enhancing children's social skills and emotional development through play-based strategies. CPR certified, I prioritize safety while building trusting relationships with families and promoting healthy routines.
Developed strong interpersonal and multitasking skills in childcare-focused environment, ensuring nurturing and organized setting. Expertise in managing daily routines, conflict resolution, and creative engagement with children. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in diverse settings.
Friendly and dependable with natural ability to engage and care for young children, ensuring safe and nurturing environment. Knowledge of child development and safety protocols combines with skills in basic first aid and creative activity planning. Committed to providing positive impact through attentive and compassionate care.
Professional childcare provider with comprehensive understanding of child development and behavior management. Skilled in creating structured and fun environment that promotes learning and growth. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently meeting dynamic needs of families and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Family Members
08.2024 - 05.2025
- 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.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Provided first aid and care during emergencies, ensuring child safety at all times.
Early Childhood Educator
First Steps at First Presbyterian Church
08.2021 - 07.2024
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Collaborated with colleagues on curriculum development, sharing best practices to improve overall instruction quality across the school.
- Encouraged children's independence and self-help skills through daily routines and activities.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children, fostering sense of security and belonging.
- Integrated children with special needs into classroom, promoting empathy and understanding among peers.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Supported children's physical development with daily outdoor play and fine motor skills activities, enhancing their physical health and coordination.
- Improved classroom behavior by establishing and consistently applying clear rules and expectations.
- Enhanced children's emotional and social development by implementing interactive and inclusive classroom activities.
Education
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Surry Community College
Dobson, NC12-2025
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Following directions
- Maintaining safe environment
- Child supervision
- Toddler care experience
- Childcare
- Meal and snack times
- Managing routines
- Schedule management
- School-age children experience
- Playing puzzles and games
- Reading and storytelling
- Professionalism and discretion
- CPR certified
- Planning physical activities
- Child Development Understanding
- Diaper changing proficiency
- Early childhood education
- Potty training assistance
- Playtime supervision
- Relationship building
- Play-based learning
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Gross motor skills
- Sensory activities
- Arts and crafts
- Outdoor play
- Circle time management
- Self-esteem boosting
- Nutrition management
- Preparing meals
- Special needs education
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Babysitter
Family Members
08.2024 - 05.2025
Early Childhood Educator
First Steps at First Presbyterian Church
08.2021 - 07.2024
Certificate - Early Childhood Education
Surry Community College
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