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Julie Clarke

Green Point,NSW

Summary

With a proven track record with my existing families ,I excel in nurturing child development and fostering educational growth, blending emotional support with early childhood education expertise. My approach has consistently enhanced family dynamics and child well-being, making me a pivotal addition to any caregiving environment.

Professional caregiver with strong track record of fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept at supporting developmental milestones and creating engaging, educational activities. Known for effective collaboration with parents and adapting to meet changing needs. Reliable, patient, and skilled in managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring optimal care and well-being.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

G Family
05.2023 - Current

As well as working an afternoon/weekend Nanny for this family ,I stayed overnight on numerous occasions while Primary Carers were away .

  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Organised engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
  • Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Organised activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.

Private Nanny

P and T Family
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about eac child''s progress and needs.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.

Private Nanny

S Family
08.2021 - Current

Provided extra support for home-schooled children.

  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
  • Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
  • Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
  • Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.

Family Daycare Educator

Self Employed
09.2002 - 12.2022
  • Adapted learning materials to accommodate varying developmental stages or special needs within the daycare setting.
  • Promoted early literacy by introducing various books, storytelling, and language-focused games in daily routines.
  • Supported diverse family backgrounds by incorporating multicultural elements into lessons, activities, and celebrations.
  • Boosted creativity among children with the implementation of art projects, music, and imaginative play sessions.
  • Continuously sought professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education and maintain state-mandated training requirements.
  • Coordinated field trips and special outings to enhance children''s learning experiences beyond the daycare setting.
  • Established open lines of communication with parents through newsletters, phone calls, or informal conversations to keep families informed about their child''s progress and any upcoming events at the daycare center.
  • Assisted parents in developing healthy boundaries for their children by providing resources on child development and parenting strategies.
  • Served as a positive role model for children by exhibiting patience, empathy, and respect in all interactions with them.
  • Improved communication skills among children by encouraging group activities and interactive play sessions.
  • Collaborated with other educators to share best practices, exchange ideas on curricula enhancements, or coordinate joint events for families within the daycare community.
  • Maintained accurate records of each child''s attendance, medical information, emergency contacts, allergies or dietary restrictions as required by state regulations.
  • Implemented nutritional meal plans to promote healthy eating habits among children during daily snack times.
  • Provided compassionate care during naptime routines by creating calming environments conducive to restful sleep patterns for young children.
  • Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to foster cognitive growth and enhance motor skills through hands-on learning experiences.
  • Monitored each child''s progress through regular observation and assessment tools, identifying areas for improvement or additional support as needed.
  • Established positive relationships with students and families.
  • Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
  • Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
  • Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
  • Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management plans.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback on educational development.

Education

Diploma Of Childcare - Early Childhood Care And Education

Empower College
Sydney
04.2014

Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education

Tafe
Tafe NSW
12.2008

O Levels - English,Maths ,History ,Art ,French ,Chemistry

Chingford Senior High
London ,England
06.1983

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Infant care experience
  • Schedule management
  • Toddler care experience
  • Activity planning
  • Infant care
  • Reading and storytelling
  • Early childhood education
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Emotional support
  • Laundry
  • First Aid/CPR training
  • Social skill development
  • Light housekeeping
  • Transportation safety
  • Household management
  • Language skills
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • Activities planning
  • Creative activity planning
  • Early childhood development
  • Behavior modeling
  • Safety consciousness
  • Educational support
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Social integration
  • School-age child care
  • Child development expertise
  • Potty training assistance
  • Housekeeping
  • Music and dance encouragement
  • Homework assistance
  • Academic support
  • Conflict resolution
  • Family engagement
  • Creative play
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Nutrition
  • Sleep training
  • Positive discipline strategies
  • Toileting and feeding
  • Structured routines
  • Cooking and meal preparation
  • Special needs experience
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Childhood development
  • Routine adherence
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Time management
  • Creative thinking
  • Child supervision
  • Organizational skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Housekeeping and cleaning
  • Child safety
  • Good decision making
  • Meal preparation
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-making
  • Cooking
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Age-appropriate recreational activities
  • Educational activities
  • Homework support and assistance
  • Parent interaction
  • Boundary setting
  • Praise and encouragement
  • Teaching empathy
  • Active listening
  • Promoting good behavior
  • Excellent communication
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Toilet training
  • Attention to detail
  • Self-confidence development
  • Instilling healthy habits
  • Schedule regulating
  • Regulating schedules
  • Medication administration
  • Task prioritization
  • Enrichment activities
  • Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Private Nanny

G Family
05.2023 - Current

Private Nanny

P and T Family
08.2022 - Current

Private Nanny

S Family
08.2021 - Current

Family Daycare Educator

Self Employed
09.2002 - 12.2022

Diploma Of Childcare - Early Childhood Care And Education

Empower College

Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education

Tafe

O Levels - English,Maths ,History ,Art ,French ,Chemistry

Chingford Senior High
Julie Clarke