Ciara O'Connell
Clonlara
Summary
Compassionate professional in childcare with proven ability to efficiently manage and complete tasks, ensuring both safety and engaging learning environments. Possess specialized skills in early childhood development, behavior management techniques, and activity planning. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, fostering positive relationships with children and parents alike.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Trainee
Hope Childcare
Cork
10.2024 - 02.2025
- I completed 150 hours of work placement from October 2024 until February 2025.
- Read stories to children, sang songs and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet diverse requirements.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts, and music lessons.
Hotel Housekeeper
Lakeside Hotel and Leisure Centre
Killaloe, Co.Clare
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Wrote shift reports detailing housekeeping activities, room vacancies and timekeeping data.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss improvements in cleaning processes and guest services.
- Contributed to the overall positive image of the hotel through meticulous attention to cleanliness and guest interactions.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Anne's Community College
Killaloe, Co. Clare05-2024
Skills
- Creative play
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Documentation and record keeping
Certification
- Children's First E-Learning Certificate.
- Garda Vetting.
- Clean Provisional License held since October 2024, awaiting full test date.
Accomplishments
- I am classically trained with a Grade 7 awarded by the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music and also a Grade 5 in theory.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Childcare Trainee
Hope Childcare
10.2024 - 02.2025
Hotel Housekeeper
Lakeside Hotel and Leisure Centre
02.2023 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
St Anne's Community College
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