Natalie de Freitas Costa
Roscommon
Summary
Childcare Worker with expertise in children's developmental needs and a proven track record in designing engaging educational activities that enhance social and cognitive skills. Demonstrates strong capability in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment, ensuring children feel valued and supported. Committed to fostering positive relationships with children and parents, facilitating open communication and trust. Knowledgeable in Siolta and Aistear principles, applying them effectively in daily practice.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare Worker
Busy Kids
Athlone, Ireland
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted young children with feeding and settling for sleep.
Supported cleaning duties throughout day and evening shifts.
Developed engaging activities for older children to enhance learning experiences. - Fostered positive relationships with children, parents, and staff through friendly and proactive interactions, enhancing community and trust.
- Planned and delivered stimulating activities for children, both inside and outdoors, to enhance development and wellbeing.
Merchandise stocker
Field Management Ireland
Roscommon
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with sales team to optimize product placement strategies for increased customer engagement.
- Conducted regular inventory audits to maintain accuracy and minimize discrepancies.
- Ensured store environment remained clean and organized to enhance customer shopping experience.
- Monitored stock levels on shop floor, guaranteeing continuous availability of products.
Summer Camp Counsellor
Hands in 4 Youth, Camp Vacamas
West Milford, US
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Implemented emergency procedures to ensure camper safety and well-being.
- Established friendly rapport between groups of individuals.
- Created a fun, inclusive environment that promoted positive camper experiences.
- Encouraged respectful behavior among campers by modeling appropriate conduct.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate seamless camp operations.
- Prepared daily activity schedules to establish a structured routine.
- Monitored safety of all participants during outdoor activities.
- Documented daily activities and incidents, ensuring accurate reporting of behavior and safety concerns.
Education
QQI; Level 6 Advanced Early Learning and Care -
Chevron College
2026
Leaving Cert Applied -
Youth Reach
Roscommon06.2024
QQI Level 5 - Childcare Course
Youth Reach
Roscommon07.2025
Skills
- Child development
- Activity planning
- Relationship building
- Safety management
- Positive attitude
- Communication
Reference
- Chelsea, Keeler, +1 (862) 200-8950, Camp Vacamas, West Milford, New Jersey
- Leona, Conroy, Manager at Busy Kids, (090) 6474223, Busy Kids, Athlone
- Vaibhav, Supervisor at Field Merchandiser Ireland, (086) 0617270,
Certification
- QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting
- QQI Level 5 Certificate in Early Learning and Care
Timeline
Merchandise stocker
Field Management Ireland
01.2025 - 06.2025
Childcare Worker
Busy Kids
10.2024 - 06.2025
Summer Camp Counsellor
Hands in 4 Youth, Camp Vacamas
06.2024 - 08.2024
QQI; Level 6 Advanced Early Learning and Care -
Chevron College
Leaving Cert Applied -
Youth Reach
QQI Level 5 - Childcare Course
Youth Reach