Melanie Jonas
Collinsville
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with a background in daycare and foster care. Skilled in organizing educational activities and maintaining confidential records, committed to enhancing children's development and fostering positive family relationships.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant
Great Beginnings Learning Center
Glen Carbon
2025 - Current
- Organized educational games that promote social interaction among children.
- Facilitated hands-on activities to enhance children's basic motor skill development.
- Supervised children during playtime, enhancing safety and encouraging engagement.
- Ensured safety of the children by monitoring their play areas and activities throughout the day.
- Supported daily routines, including meal times and nap schedules.
- Maintained clean and safe environment for children, supporting health and well-being.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's activities and progress, fostering strong relationships.
- Collaborated with staff to create a nurturing learning atmosphere for all children.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain a safe environment.
- Maintained classroom cleanliness by tidying up toys, wiping down surfaces and vacuuming rugs.
- Provided basic first aid and promptly informed parents or guardians.
Foster Care Aide
Caritas Family Solutions
Belleville
2025 - 2026
- Coordinated visits between children in care and biological families, fostering connections that support emotional well-being.
- Supported children and families during home visits and meetings, ensuring effective communication and resources.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information in all interactions.
- Maintained accurate records of client information, including progress notes and case files, to facilitate informed decision-making.
Education
High School Diploma -
O'Fallon Township High School
O'Fallon, IL01-1995
Skills
- Child supervision
- Educational game organization
- Safety enforcement
- First aid administration
- Family support coordination
- Records management
- Confidential record maintenance
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Task prioritization
- Typing proficiency
- Typing speed efficiency
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Great Beginnings Learning Center
2025 - Current
Foster Care Aide
Caritas Family Solutions
2025 - 2026
High School Diploma -
O'Fallon Township High School