Emma Atkins
Minneapolis
Summary
Dedicated Childcare Provider focused on fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Skilled in positive reinforcement and effective communication with parents about children's development and needs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Toddler Assistant
Trinity Falls Discover Center
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Developed engaging learning materials that enhanced early childhood development goals.
- Facilitated group activities to strengthen social skills and cooperation among children.
- Supported toddlers in daily routines and activities to foster development in a nurturing environment.
- Maintained a clean and safe classroom environment for optimal child engagement.
Preschool/Toddler Nanny
Northeast Child Development Center
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Supervised children during daily activities, fostering a safe and engaging environment.
- Managed behavioral issues with positive reinforcement techniques, promoting emotional well-being and social skills.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks while accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, ensuring a clean and organized space for children.
Infant Nanny
Northeast Child Development Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Developed age-appropriate learning activities to promote cognitive growth.
- Implemented routines that fostered emotional security and stability for infants.
- Supervised infants' daily activities, ensuring safety and fostering a nurturing environment.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding developmental progress and needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and sleeping spaces to promote comfort and well-being.
Assistant Teacher
Northeast Child Development Center
04.2022 - 04.2024
- Supported teachers in delivering daily lesson plans and engaging educational activities to enhance student learning.
- Organized classroom materials and resources for effective learning environments.
- Partnered with staff to foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
- Contributed to assessing children's development through systematic observation and accurate documentation.
- Supervised children during playtime, ensuring safety and engagement.
Childcare Aide
Anna's Bananas
Lakeville
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted teachers in creating a safe, nurturing environment that supported children's development.
- Monitored children's behavior, implementing positive discipline techniques to promote respectful interactions.
- Supervised children's activities, fostering engagement and ensuring safety.
- Assisted with meal preparations and maintained cleanliness in dining areas.
Childcare Aide
YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center
Eagan
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, fostering independence in eating, resting, and toilet routines.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration, and problem-solving with age-appropriate playtime activities.
- Observed and monitored play to identify developmental strengths and target areas for enrichment activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children, accommodating individual dietary needs and preferences.
- Assisted the lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts, and putting children down for naps.
- Collaborated daily with classroom teachers to keep activities running smoothly.
- Engaged with children daily through physical and verbal interactions, enhancing their mental and emotional development.
- Cleaned and disinfected toys and play areas each day to ensure a safe environment for children.
Stocking Associate
tjmaxx/HIRED
Burnsville
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Organized stockroom to ensure accurate inventory counts and accessible aisleways.
- Followed proper stock rotation procedures to minimize obsolescence and remove out-of-date items from the sales floor.
- Stocked and rotated products, supplies, and paper goods to optimize freshness.
- Restocked shelves with merchandise in visually appealing displays to enhance customer engagement.
- Maintained a clean and safe workspace to minimize hazards and promote a safe shopping environment.
- Prepared inventory for shipment by attaching tags and labels and executing shipment documents to facilitate delivery to the proper customers.
Education
Early Childhood Education -
Dakota County Technical College
Rosemount, MNSkills
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Child safety practices
- Lesson planning
- Classroom management
- Early childhood development
- Child development
- First aid certificate
- Dependable
Timeline
Toddler Assistant
Trinity Falls Discover Center
09.2025 - 04.2026
Preschool/Toddler Nanny
Northeast Child Development Center
10.2024 - 09.2025
Infant Nanny
Northeast Child Development Center
04.2024 - 10.2024
Assistant Teacher
Northeast Child Development Center
04.2022 - 04.2024
Childcare Aide
Anna's Bananas
05.2021 - 10.2021
Childcare Aide
YMCA Early Childhood Learning Center
01.2021 - 03.2021
Stocking Associate
tjmaxx/HIRED
04.2018 - 06.2018
Early Childhood Education -
Dakota County Technical College