Abigial Hessel
ALPHARETTA,GA
Summary
Dedicated babysitter with a proven track record at Emily Gilead, skilled in fostering a nurturing environment through patience and empathy. Successfully enhanced children's academic growth and emotional well-being while maintaining a safe space. Expert in meal preparation and schedule management, ensuring engaging and structured days for children under care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Emily Gilead
315 Summerfield Dr, Alpharetta, GA
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
- Monitored progress in self-care tasks, encouraging independence.
- Arranged transportation for school and activities, ensuring punctuality.
- Coordinated outdoor activities to promote physical health and exploration.
- Maintained open communication with parents about daily activities, behaviors, and concerns.
- Negotiated conflict between children, teaching resolution skills and empathy.
- Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
- Encouraged positive behavior and manners through example and gentle guidance.
- Managed scheduling of playdates, appointments, and extracurricular activities for structured days.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
Babysitter
Joan Koontz
220 Hopewell Close Lane
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Played games, helped with homework, and made food for young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
- Encouraged positive behavior and manners through example and gentle guidance.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment, closely monitoring children's activities.
- Implemented reward system for chores and homework, motivating positive behavior.
- Supported educational development by assisting with homework and school projects.
- Managed scheduling of playdates, appointments, and extracurricular activities for structured days.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
House Sitter
Joan Koontz
220 Hopewell Closed Lane.
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Communicated with homeowner via phone or text.
- Fed and walked pets, cleaning up after pets indoors and outdoors.
- Secured locks and entryways to prevent unauthorized access by persons not approved by owners.
- Reduced homeowner stress levels by managing daily tasks such as collecting mail, watering plants, and taking care of pets.
- Cared for houseplants by frequently watering during owners' absence.
- Fed and watered animals and replaced dirty bedding and litter boxes.
- Brought in mail and newspaper to maintain appearance of activity at client residence.
- Managed pet care responsibilities efficiently, guaranteeing the health and well-being of animals under supervision.
- Answered telephone and doorbell, took messages, and relayed information to owner.
- Contributed to a well-organized home space by performing light cleaning duties, promoting a welcoming atmosphere upon the owner''s return.
- Safeguarded homeowner valuables, demonstrating responsibility for entrusted belongings while owners were away from their homes.
- Maintained client trust with thorough communication on property status and any necessary updates during their absence.
- Prevented potential security issues by conducting regular perimeter checks and promptly reporting any concerns to homeowners.
- Ensured a safe environment for pets under care by routinely monitoring health conditions and administering medications as instructed by owners.
- Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes or requests from homeowners, prioritizing client satisfaction and positive experiences.
- Retained high-quality service standards by adhering strictly to homeowner guidelines regarding property management and privacy protection.
- Supported clients'' peace of mind by addressing emergencies promptly and effectively in accordance with their instructions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for returning homeowners by preparing reports detailing completed tasks, incidents encountered, and any other relevant information about the property during its management period.
- Established strong rapport with clients through consistent professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills, leading to repeat business opportunities.
- Improved customer experience through meticulous attention to detail in carrying out assigned tasks according to specified requirements.
- Strengthened homeowner relations, went above and beyond by organizing and facilitating delivery of mail and packages.
- Ensured pet well-being, administered medications and followed special care instructions as required.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment for pets, resulting in reduced anxiety for animals and peace of mind for owners.
- Streamlined communication, established regular schedule for updating homeowners, which improved their satisfaction and trust.
- Cultivated positive relationships with homeowners, leading to repeat engagement by demonstrating reliability and trustworthiness.
- Nurtured homeowner trust, carefully adhered to all house rules and special instructions, leading to worry-free absence.
- Protected homeowner privacy, managed and sorted mail without disclosing sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Preserved patient safety by following safety protocols.
Pet Sitter
Joan Koontz
220 Hopewell Closed Lane
06.2018 - 06.2024
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Cleaned out and scooped litter trays and food and water bowls to provide clean environment for pets.
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email, and text.
- Built trust with clients by consistently demonstrating reliability, punctuality, and attention to detail in all aspects of pet care provision.
- Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Gave medication to pets following guidelines from owners.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by responding promptly to inquiries, addressing concerns, and resolving issues quickly.
- Increased client retention rate through excellent communication skills and genuine love for animals.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by communicating with veterinarians or pet owners immediately when necessary.
- Managed scheduling, invoicing, and record-keeping tasks efficiently to streamline operations and enhance professionalism.
- Adapted care plans on fly in response to pets' changing needs or unexpected situations, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness.
- Administered medication to pets as prescribed, ensuring their health and wellbeing.
- Implemented safety protocols during walks and outings, safeguarding pets from potential hazards.
- Conducted initial consultations with new clients to understand their pets' routines and care preferences, setting stage for successful engagements.
- Increased repeat business with exceptional care and personalized attention to pets' needs.
- Enhanced pets' emotional wellbeing by providing companionship and affection, reducing anxiety during their owners' absence.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of pets' living environments, preventing accidents and promoting healthy atmosphere.
- Built loyal client base through word-of-mouth and positive online reviews, expanding business reach.
- Tailored pet care strategies to accommodate special needs or dietary restrictions, ensuring their comfort and health.
- Developed strong bonds with pets by understanding and catering to their individual behaviors and preferences.
- Streamlined communication with pet owners through mobile app, making it easier to share updates and receive instructions.
- Resolved behavioral issues with targeted interventions, improving pets' adaptability and owners' satisfaction.
- Kept cages, kennels, play yards, and grooming areas neat and clean.
- Followed pet care instructions for dietary needs and medication regimens.
- Supported animal wellbeing by caring for both physical and mental health needs through strategies such as regular exercise.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Monitored animals for signs of disease, illness, or injury and communicated concerns to owners.
- Monitored animal behavior and completed examinations to identify illnesses, injuries, or potential diseases.
- Developed and implemented enrichment plans to keep animals healthy and stimulated.
Education
College Prep
Milton High School
13025 Birmingham Highway. Milton, GA 3000405-2023
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Following directions
- Flexible scheduling
- Maintaining safe environment
- Attention to detail
- Childcare
- Schedule management
- School-age children experience
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Light housekeeping
- Emotional intelligence
- Overnight care
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Babysitter
Emily Gilead
01.2025 - 05.2025
Babysitter
Joan Koontz
06.2023 - 01.2025
House Sitter
Joan Koontz
06.2018 - 06.2024
Pet Sitter
Joan Koontz
06.2018 - 06.2024
College Prep
Milton High School