Alexa Sparks
Austin,TX
Summary
Responsible and caring babysitter/nanny with 4 years of experience supporting children’s daily routines, learning, and play. First Aid certified, bilingual, and confident managing multiple kids while keeping them safe, engaged, and happy. Experienced with homework help, meal prep, light chores, pet care, and creating fun age-appropriate activities. Known for being dependable, patient, and great at communicating with both children and parents.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kids Play Team Member
YMCA
Austin, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Facilitated group activities and events for community engagement.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of recreational areas.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs.
- Assisted children with daily routines, including toileting, feeding, and nap times.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
Babysitter
Bambino
Austin, TX
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks in accordance with dietary preferences.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, ensuring child safety at all times.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary.
- Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
- Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled, and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
Camp Counselor
YMCA
Austin, TX
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety for campers at YMCA.
- Planned and led engaging recreational programs and activities for children.
- Collaborated with staff to create a positive camp environment for all participants.
- Implemented conflict resolution techniques to address camper disputes effectively.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
Education
James Bowie High School
Austin, TXSkills
- Activity planning
- Cleaning
- Health and safety
- Child supervision
- CPR training
- Reading and storytelling
- Infant care experience
- Potty training assistance
- Laundry
- Meal & snack preparation
- Sleep training
- Child development expertise
- Emotional support
- Toddler care experience
- Light housekeeping
- Transportation safety
- Outdoor play supervision
- Swimming supervision
- Active listening
- Bedtime coordination
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR certified
Timeline
Camp Counselor
YMCA
04.2025 - 08.2025
Kids Play Team Member
YMCA
05.2024 - Current
Babysitter
Bambino
04.2023 - Current
James Bowie High School