Samantha Swanlund

I lead an Infant Classroom. I, Along with an aide care for 12 infants and preform daily tasks with them . I change diapers and prepare bottles. I prepare lesson plans for my classroom as well and implement age appropriate activities

Lead Infant Teacher at Kiddie Academy (2025-11 – 2026-09)

I lead an Infant Classroom. I, Along with an aide care for 12 infants and preform daily tasks with them. I change diapers and prepare bottles. I prepare lesson plans for my classroom as well and implement age appropriate activities

Teacher 1 at Tri-Valley Opportunity Council (2024-08 – 2025-11)

• Created and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans for infants, focusing on sensory exploration, language development, and motor skills
• Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for infants by closely monitoring their activities and ensuring proper hygiene practices
• Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, providing updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns or questions
• Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for infants with specific needs or developmental delays.

Infant Aide at Early Advantage Developmental Child Care Center (2024-03 – 2024-07)

• Assisted lead teacher in creating and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers
• Provided nurturing care to infants and toddlers, ensuring their safety, well-being, and comfort
• Supported lead teacher in maintaining a clean and organized classroom environment conducive to learning
• Assisted with diapering, feeding, napping routines, promoting healthy habits among infants and toddlers
• Collaborated with parents to establish open lines of communication regarding child's progress, behavior, and needs

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant at Glencoe Regional Health (2022-01 – 2024-01)

• Provided direct patient care, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and assisting with mobility
• Monitored vital signs and reported any changes or abnormalities to the nursing staff
• Responded promptly to call lights and requests for assistance from patients, providing compassionate support at all times
• Assisted in transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, or other modes of transportation using proper lifting techniques
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with patients' families regarding their loved ones' condition or needs

LPN in Nursing – Hennepin Technical College (2026-01 – 2027-05)

Some college in Nursing – Rochester Community and Technical College (2023-08 – 2024-08)

High school diploma – Glencoe-Silver Lake Senior High School (2019-08 – 2023-06)