Nânci C. D. N. De G. Sousa
Summary
Professional fitness expert with proven track record in guiding clients towards achieving their health and wellness goals. Known for personalized training programs, strong motivational skills, and commitment to results. Adaptable team player with focus on collaboration and effective communication. Skilled in strength training, cardiovascular conditioning, and nutritional guidance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Trainer
Cavallini Family
08.2024 - 09.2024
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Improved client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans and monitoring progress.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
House and Pet Sitter
Various Clients
07.2024 - Current
- Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
- Managed a variety of household tasks, including mail collection, plant care, trash removal, and light cleaning to maintain a clean living environment for clients'' return.
- Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
- Fed and watered animals and replaced dirty bedding and litter boxes.
- Provided regular exercise routines for pets, promoting physical fitness and mental stimulation through walks, playtime, and interactive games.
- Performed light cleaning duties such as dusting, vacuuming, and wiping down bathrooms.
- Promoted a sense of security among clients by consistently being punctual, reliable, responsible, accountable in fulfilling all assigned duties within agreed time frames.
- Enhanced the comfort of pets during their owner''s absence by adapting to each animal''s routine and preferences.
Temporary Live-In Carer
Da Silva
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Encouraged clients'' participation in community events or programs whenever possible to foster social connections outside the home.
- Improved clients'' quality of life by providing compassionate and comprehensive care.
- Conducted routine safety checks throughout the home environment, minimizing potential risks for accidents or injuries.
- Assisted with mobility tasks, such as transfers and ambulation, increasing client independence and safety.
- Collaborated with family members to provide emotional support and updates on client progress.
- Managed medication administration for accuracy, ensuring proper dosages were taken at the appropriate times.
- Enhanced clients'' physical well-being through assistance with personal hygiene, dressing, and grooming tasks.
Athletics Referee
England Athletics
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Coordinated with other referees to execute smooth and consistent competitions.
- Promoted player safety and sportsmanship to reduce risks.
- Officiated at competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules were observed.
- Kept track of event times, including race times and elapsed time during competitions, starting and stopping when necessary.
- Compiled scores and other athletic records.
- Inspected sporting equipment and examined participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
- Signaled participants or other officials about infractions and to regulate play.
- Judged performances in sporting competitions to award points, impose scoring penalties, and determine results.
- Started races and timed competitions.
Online Personal Trainer
Various Clients
02.2020 - Current
- Improved clients'' overall health through the implementation of customized nutrition strategies and consistent coaching.
- Enhanced client fitness levels by developing personalized workout plans tailored to individual goals and needs.
- Utilized various fitness technologies to track client progress accurately, allowing for data-driven adjustments in program design when necessary.
- Adapted training programs for clients with specific limitations or medical conditions, ensuring safety while still delivering results effectively.
- Educated clients on proper exercise form and technique, minimizing injury risk and ensuring optimal performance during workouts.
- Designed effective weight loss programs, resulting in healthier lifestyles and increased confidence for clients.
- Provided ongoing support via email or phone consultations, addressing questions or concerns promptly to maintain client motivation levels.
- Expanded client base through targeted marketing initiatives on social media platforms, such as Instagram and Facebook.
- Regularly attended professional development workshops or conferences to continuously enhance skills as an online personal trainer expert within the field.
- Conducted regular progress assessments, adjusting workout plans accordingly to optimize results and prevent plateaus.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.
Emergency Nanny, Ad-Hoc Nanny and Babysitting
Various Private Families
03.2018 - 07.2024
- Emergency jobs for different agencies and private families around London (0-17 years old);
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Maternity Nurse/ Night Nanny
Various Private Families
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Empowered new parents with evidence-based information and resources to make informed decisions about their newborns'' care.
- Promoted breastfeeding success through tailored lactation support, positioning techniques, and troubleshooting common issues.
- Kept detailed records of infant growth milestones, feeding schedules, diaper changes, sleep patterns, ensuring optimal development progress tracking for pediatrician appointments.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for newborns by thoroughly sanitizing all surfaces and equipment.
- Supported mothers experiencing difficulties with breastfeeding by offering patience, reassurance, and practical solutions based on individual needs.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for families bringing home their newborns, offering guidance on establishing routines and adapting to new roles.
- Assisted with infant sleep training strategies to establish healthy sleep habits and promote restful nights for both baby and parents.
- Strengthened bonding between parents and infant through guidance on skin-to-skin contact, soothing techniques, and interactive playtime activities.
- Offered guidance on sibling adjustment strategies, fostering positive relationships between new babies and their older siblings.
- Provided exceptional overnight care for newborns, allowing parents to rest and recover while ensuring infants received attentive, nurturing support.
- Reduced parental stress levels by managing household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and light cleaning duties.
Holiday Nanny
Various Private Families
03.2018 - 08.2021
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Youth Football and Athletics Coach + Cover PE Teacher
London
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Nursery and Primary School Years.
- Provide a safe and fun environment for the children.
- To implement and deliver an appropriately broad, balanced, relevant and differentiated curriculum for students and to support a designated curriculum area as appropriate.
- Continually updated personal knowledge of sport-specific rules, regulations, and tactics to provide accurate guidance during practice sessions and games.
- Implemented injury prevention measures, reducing the occurrence of sports-related injuries among athletes.
- Communicated regularly with athletes'' parents or guardians, keeping them informed on progress and any areas of concern.
- Enhanced team performance by developing comprehensive training programs and strategies.
- Improved athlete skill levels through targeted coaching sessions and personalized feedback.
Live Out Nanny
Various Private Families
05.2017 - 06.2024
- Performed light housekeeping duties relevant to childcare areas ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were maintained consistently.
- Resolved conflicts between siblings or peers by employing effective problem-solving techniques promoting harmonious relationships.
- Assisted in potty training efforts for toddlers while maintaining a patient and supportive approach.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, ensuring open communication regarding their child''s progress and needs.
- Managed daily schedules for children, including meals, playtime, homework assistance, and bedtime routines.
- Implemented creative learning opportunities to enhance cognitive growth through arts and crafts projects.
- Collaborated with parents in setting developmentally appropriate goals for each child monitoring and tracking progress throughout the year.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, reading, and engaging in conversations with the children.
- Transported children safely to school events, doctor appointments, extracurricular activities using proper car seat protocols.
- Maintained detailed records of each child''s habits, developmental milestones achieved during my care period.
- Facilitated social development by arranging playdates and outings with peers on a regular basis.
- Taught basic life skills such as personal hygiene practices to promote independence among the children under my care.
- Assisted older children with homework assignments offering guidance and clarification when needed to reinforce learning concepts.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Live-In Nanny/Housekeeper
Private Families
12.2015 - 03.2017
- Responsible for the safety, wellbeing, care and development of children.
- Getting children ready in the morning and then taking them to school and pick up after-school.
- Attending any medical appointments or social events with the children.
- Helping children with after-school activities like homework or reading books.
- Providing healthy meals and snacks for the children, and tidying up children's bedrooms and play areas.
- Provide basic first-aid, as required, or administer medications, as specially directed.
- Planning and organizing age related activities, so stimulating children to be active (ensuring they spend adequate time outdoors, hosting and/or attending playgroups/ play dates, reading to the children, etc.).
- Promoting and teaching good hygiene practices, including diapering.
- Creating a safe environment for the children to freely explore and creating a nurturing environment.
- Disciplining children when appropriate in a manner consistent with parents philosophy.
- Fostering independence, as age-appropriate.
- Providing supervision and constant care to children.
- Laundry and Light Housekeeping for the whole family.
Track&Field Judge
Portuguese Athletics Federation
01.2008 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with other referees to execute smooth and consistent competitions.
- Officiated at sporting events and competitions, to maintain standards of play and to ensure that game rules were observed.
- Kept track of event times, including race times and elapsed time during game segments, starting and stopping play when necessary.
- Compiled scores and other athletic records.
- Inspected sporting equipment and examined participants to ensure compliance with event and safety regulations.
- Signaled participants or other officials about infractions and to regulate play.
- Trained and supervised other sports officials on the proper application of rules and regulations during competitive events.
- Judged performances in sporting competitions to award points, impose scoring penalties, and determine results.
- Started races and timed competitions.
Athletics Coach
A.D.C.R. Bairro dos Anjos
09.2014 - 08.2015
- - Athletics Coach - Under 18 and 20 and Disability Sports Coach - Under 16; In 2014 I integrated the coach's team of A.D.C.R
- Bairro dos Anjos and worked with athletes between 15 and 19 years old, some of them went to the National Championships and had won a medal.
Disability Sports Coach
OASIS - Organização de Apoio e Solidariedade para
02.2014 - 05.2014
- Increased player skill levels with the implementation of targeted drills and practice sessions.
- Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and positive attitudes among athletes both on and off the field.
- Adapted coaching style based on individual learning preferences of athletes for more effective instruction leading better understanding key concepts techniques required optimal performance.
- Led athletes in community service projects to foster a sense of social responsibility and create positive connections with the local community.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share knowledge, resources, and best practices for improved coaching strategies across various sports disciplines.
- Developed strong relationships with athletes'' families to facilitate ongoing support and involvement in their athletic pursuits.
Roller Skating Conditioning Coach
Associação de Patinagem do Ribatejo
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Enhanced athlete performance by designing and implementing customized strength and conditioning programs.
- Created a positive training environment by fostering strong relationships with athletes, coaches, and support staff.
- Reduced injury rates through detailed assessments, targeted mobility exercises, and proper movement pattern training.
- Promoted culture of dedication and hard work.
- Implemented sport-specific conditioning drills to improve athletic capabilities in various team sports.
- Served as a mentor for younger or less experienced coaches on staff, offering guidance on program planning and execution strategies.
- Enhanced functional movement pattern of each athlete.
Athletics Coach
Sporting Clube de Portugal
09.2011 - 07.2014
- In 2011 did my Academic Training with the team of Sporting Clube de Portugal in Lisbon with children from 6 to 18 years, later in July 2012 was invited to stay on the coach's team (until 2014), first time I had one athlete going to the National Championships and had won a medal.
Athletics Coach
Clube de Natação de Rio Maior
09.2009 - 07.2011
- Support the athletics team from Clube de Natação de Rio Maior, the young athletes from 14 to 20 years and Seniors, especially in the Jumps and Throwing sector, where I could have my first athlete in the national championships.
Part-Time Live-Out Nanny
Sanches
01.2009 - 09.2009
- Cared for a girl, 2 months old when the job began (born in November) on a permanent basis, moving then to babysitting and pick-ups from school/extra activities on different occasions and ages, was invited to be her godmother, so we have a very close relationship.
Apprenticeship
Juventude Vidigalense
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Administrative Assistant.
- Primary PE Teacher and Athletics Coach - Under 13.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues regarding project goals and objectives.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of company events, resulting in increased employee engagement and satisfaction.
Beach Cafe Waitress
Cafe Da Praia
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
Education
Teach English Abroad -
I-to-I
07.2019
Fitness Diploma -
NewSkills Academy
United Kingdom01.2019
Childcare Online Courses
United KingdomIEFP, Institute of Employment and Training
Leiria, PortugalMaster Degree in Elite Performance Training -
Faculty of Human Kinetics
Lisbon, PortugalMindForm
Leiria, PortugalBachelor Degree in Sports Coaching -
Sport Sciences School of Rio Maior
Rio Maior, Portugal2012
Athletics Coach
Portuguese Athletics Federation
07.2014
Skills
- Dedicated and careful-high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills with both children and adults
- Childcare, Housekeeping and Petcare experience
- A sports enthusiast with an extensive knowledge and experience of coaching a variety of sports
- Problem-Solving
- Decision-Making
- Punctuality
- Client Confidentiality
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Multitasking and Organization
Interests
Music, Art, Travel, Sports, Special Education, Physiotherapy, Healthcare, Movies, Friends, Nature, Sea
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Cavallini Family
08.2024 - 09.2024
House and Pet Sitter
Various Clients
07.2024 - Current
Temporary Live-In Carer
Da Silva
06.2024 - 07.2024
Athletics Referee
England Athletics
05.2023 - 07.2024
Online Personal Trainer
Various Clients
02.2020 - Current
Maternity Nurse/ Night Nanny
Various Private Families
03.2018 - 04.2022
Holiday Nanny
Various Private Families
03.2018 - 08.2021
Emergency Nanny, Ad-Hoc Nanny and Babysitting
Various Private Families
03.2018 - 07.2024
Youth Football and Athletics Coach + Cover PE Teacher
London
09.2017 - 09.2020
Live Out Nanny
Various Private Families
05.2017 - 06.2024
Beach Cafe Waitress
Cafe Da Praia
07.2016 - 08.2016
Live-In Nanny/Housekeeper
Private Families
12.2015 - 03.2017
Athletics Coach
A.D.C.R. Bairro dos Anjos
09.2014 - 08.2015
Disability Sports Coach
OASIS - Organização de Apoio e Solidariedade para
02.2014 - 05.2014
Roller Skating Conditioning Coach
Associação de Patinagem do Ribatejo
01.2013 - 01.2015
Athletics Coach
Sporting Clube de Portugal
09.2011 - 07.2014
Athletics Coach
Clube de Natação de Rio Maior
09.2009 - 07.2011
Part-Time Live-Out Nanny
Sanches
01.2009 - 09.2009
Track&Field Judge
Portuguese Athletics Federation
01.2008 - 08.2019
Apprenticeship
Juventude Vidigalense
01.2007 - 01.2008
IEFP, Institute of Employment and Training
MindForm
Teach English Abroad -
I-to-I
Fitness Diploma -
NewSkills Academy
Childcare Online Courses
Master Degree in Elite Performance Training -
Faculty of Human Kinetics
Bachelor Degree in Sports Coaching -
Sport Sciences School of Rio Maior
Athletics Coach
Portuguese Athletics Federation
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