Gretchen Quinn
Lake Zurich
Summary
Dedicated caregiver with expertise in communication and emotional support, enhancing resident quality of life through collaboration with healthcare teams. Proven track record in personal care assistant roles, addressing both physical and mental disabilities for convalescent patients. Experienced lead toddler teacher, adept at lesson planning and fostering social and cognitive development through engaging activities. Committed to providing reliable care across various life stages, ensuring safety and comprehensive support.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Toddler Teacher
Brightpath Early Learning and Child Care
Kildeer
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Directed daily activities to enhance physical and cognitive development for toddlers.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's learning and well-being.
- Organized creative play activities that promoted imagination and exploration.
- Created age-appropriate lesson plans to encourage social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Established safe indoor and outdoor play environments for toddler-age children.
- Supervised daily operations, including mealtime preparation and nap time routines.
- Enhanced sensory skills by providing access to diverse textures and shapes.
- Developed engaging strategies with teachers to manage challenging behaviors among toddlers.
Caregiver
Cedar Lake Assisted Living
Lake Zurich
08.2024 - 01.2026
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored and documented residents' health and emotional well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to ensure coordinated care for residents.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident quality of life.
- Encouraged participation in daily activities to promote personal dignity.
- Maintained cleanliness in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and changing linens.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident needs and progress.
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
Itasca
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Enhanced resident quality of life through companionship and emotional support.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and personal care activities.
- Ensured clean, safe environments through diligent organization and upkeep.
- Conducted light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and linen changes.
- Prepared meals in accordance with dietary requirements while providing feeding assistance.
- Administered prescribed medications on schedule following care plans.
- Drove clients to various destinations for shopping and appointments.
- Documented services rendered and monitored changes in client health.
Caregiver
Mount St Joseph
Lake Zurich
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Conducted regular consultations with client care team to refine care plans.
- Provided engaging entertainment options to enrich clients' daily experiences.
- Tracked clients' health status and reported any significant changes swiftly.
- Developed trusting relationships with clients and their loved ones.
- Aided clients in transitioning between beds and wheelchairs safely.
- Supported elderly individuals with essential activities, such as dressing and grooming.
- Coordinated with clinical staff to uphold therapeutic approaches.
- Guided patients through exercise routines to preserve musculoskeletal health.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Behavior Specialist
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL12-2027
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Ohio Dominican University
Columbus, OHSome College (No Degree) - Special Education
College of Lake County
Grayslake, ILSkills
- Personal care and medication administration
- Health documentation
- Daily activity facilitation
- Companionship and emotional support
- Client assessment and effective communication
- Problem solving and team collaboration
- Lesson planning and adaptive teaching strategies
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom organization and child-centered approach
- Patience and empathy
Timeline
Lead Toddler Teacher
Brightpath Early Learning and Child Care
02.2026 - 06.2026
Caregiver
Cedar Lake Assisted Living
08.2024 - 01.2026
Caregiver
Home Instead Senior Care Home
06.2022 - 06.2024
Caregiver
Mount St Joseph
06.2020 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Special Education Behavior Specialist
Northern Illinois University
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Ohio Dominican University
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
College of Lake County