Carmen

I began working with young children as a volunteer at a daycare in our community, at the age of 15 years old. I have also served as a Sunday school teacher for young children for three years. I have worked as a public elementary school tutor for 1st thru 3rd grades for two years. I was a summer camp counselor for three years for children six years to 12 years old. I have also worked in early childhood education,; infant,, toddler and preschool classrooms for over 20 years. I also worked with an after school program for 3rd to 5th grade students for two years. Additionally, I was a foster parent for a year and a half and I now have five sons of my own with my husband. What I enjoy most about working with children is the innocence and wonderment they have and all that I receive in return. The smiles and giggles and questions are a recipe for happy days. Some activities that I enjoy engaging little ones in include; singing and rocking, reading texture books, gentle arm and leg stretches during tummy time, and of course, peek-a-boo! Interacting with older children is equally pleasant and things I like to do with them are arts and crafts, coloring and painting. Also, play dough and puzzles and stacking blocks. All of which are amazing for fine motor skills Looking forward to connecting with great families and creating positive experiences!