Compassionate Early Childhood Educator with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundation for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private House Cleaner
Self Employed
07.2021 - Current
Streamlined communication processes with clients by implementing scheduling systems that accommodated changing requirements efficiently.
Collaborated closely with homeowners to address specific needs or preferences related to their homes'' appearance and upkeep.
Completed special housekeeping actions such as turning mattresses on set schedule.
Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
Ensured timely completion of tasks by adhering to strict schedules and prioritizing duties effectively.
Continuously researched new cleaning tools, products, and techniques to stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices.
Effectively managed time-sensitive projects like move-in/move-out cleanings that required quick turnaround times without sacrificing quality results.
Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
Private Nanny
Kate Farrington
08.2020 - 02.2021
Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Planned special outings or themed days around children's interests or areas of study in their school curriculum.
Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
In Home Early. Childhood Educator
Wesley Mission Queensland
01.2010 - 12.2019
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Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
Coordinated schedules between multiple families when working as a nanny share provider to ensure seamless childcare transitions throughout the week.
Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.