Julia Henriksen
Rogers
Summary
Compassionate childcare professional skilled in behavior management and team collaboration. Proven ability to create nurturing environments that foster emotional and intellectual growth in children.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at home mom
Self Employed
West Des Moines
05.2018 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Supervised daily activities and routines for multiple children.
- Planned and organized educational and recreational activities.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to enhance social skills.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
Nanny
Heather Schultz
West Des Moines
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
Nanny
Ryan and Alicia Morris
Windsor Heights
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Supervised daily activities and routines for multiple children.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for children.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
Front of House Employee
Chick-fil-A
Des Moines
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Provided exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took customer orders accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to enhance overall dining experience.
- Greeted customers and provided friendly customer service.
- Processed payments using cash registers or POS systems accurately and efficiently.
Receptionist - Project Assistant
OPN Architects
Des Moines
- Greeted visitors warmly and directed them to appropriate personnel.
- Managed multi-line phone system and routed calls efficiently.
- Processed incoming mail and packages for timely distribution.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained organized calendar for staff.
- Coordinated office supplies inventory and placed orders as needed.
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Assisted with special projects assigned by management when required.
- Coordinated with vendors for repairs and maintenance of office equipment.
Preschool Teacher
Point of Grace Children's Academy
Waukee
- Facilitated daily activities to promote social and emotional development.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom environment for students.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child progress and behavior.
- Implemented creative arts and crafts projects to enhance learning.
- Led circle time discussions to encourage language and communication skills.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
Preschool Teacher
Des Moines Christian School
Urbandale
- Fostered a nurturing environment to promote social and emotional growth.
- Implemented classroom activities that encouraged creativity and critical thinking.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and needs.
- Supervised children during playtime and structured activities for safety.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers on various projects related to curriculum design and implementation.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Maintained records of attendance, grades, health concerns, and other relevant information about the children in my care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Seconday Education - Family And Consumer Sciences
Grand View University
Des Moines, IA12-2011
Skills
- Behavior management
- Team collaboration
- Parent communication
- Empathy and patience
- Student - centered learning
- Child supervision
- Record keeping
- Safety protocols
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nanny
Heather Schultz
07.2018 - 07.2019
Stay at home mom
Self Employed
05.2018 - Current
Nanny
Ryan and Alicia Morris
03.2017 - 04.2018
Front of House Employee
Chick-fil-A
03.2016 - 03.2017
Receptionist - Project Assistant
OPN Architects
Preschool Teacher
Point of Grace Children's Academy
Preschool Teacher
Des Moines Christian School
Bachelor of Science - Seconday Education - Family And Consumer Sciences
Grand View University