Lauren Staples
Summary
Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Familiar in guiding playtime, leading exercise activities, and teaching rules. Creative planner with gift for keeping children engaged long-term with fun activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Au Pair
Au Pair International
09.2023 - Current
- Enhance family's daily routine by providing attentive childcare and maintaining a safe, nurturing environment.
- Improve children's language skills through engaging conversations and interactive language games.
- Foster positive relationships with host family members, creating a harmonious living situation for all involved.
Cake Decorator
Harps Food Stores INC.
05.2018 - 08.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by designing and executing visually appealing customized cake orders.
- Mentored new employees on cake decorating techniques, encouraging a productive work environment and promoting skill development.
Lifeguard
Mountain Home City Pool
05.2016 - 08.2021
- Conducted swimming lessons with children ages 2-14.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring the pool deck and enforcing rules.
- Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
Education
Bachelor of General Studies - Communication/Education
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR08.2023
Study Abroad - Intercultural Communication
Rikkyo University
Tokyo, JapanSkills
- Intercultural Competence
- Organizational Skills
- Parental Communication
- Activity Planning
- Relationship Building
- Native English Speaker
Certification
- 120 hr TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) certificate.
- CPR certified for children and babies through Red Cross.
Timeline
Au Pair
Au Pair International
09.2023 - Current
Cake Decorator
Harps Food Stores INC.
05.2018 - 08.2023
Lifeguard
Mountain Home City Pool
05.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of General Studies - Communication/Education
Arkansas State University
Study Abroad - Intercultural Communication
Rikkyo University
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