Allison McQuitty
Lynchburg
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a strong work ethic and expertise in child safety, honed through experience as a Babysitter. Successfully developed engaging educational activities, fostering emotional and physical development. Known for effective communication with parents and a calm demeanor, ensuring a nurturing environment for children.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Professional pet care provider with extensive experience in managing pet sitting duties, ensuring health and comfort of animals. Recognized for strong attention to detail and ability to handle diverse pet needs. Known for collaborative efforts and adaptability to changing circumstances, ensuring seamless care and support.
Experienced with managing diverse pet care routines, from feeding to exercise. Utilizes calm and attentive approach to understand pets' needs and behaviors. Track record of building trust with pet owners through consistent, high-quality care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Self
12.2024 - Current
- Supervised children during daily activities, ensuring a safe and engaging environment.
- Developed age-appropriate educational games to enhance learning and creativity.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavior.
- Managed schedules for meals, naps, and playtime to promote routine stability.
- Implemented safety procedures to prevent accidents and ensure well-being of children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- 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.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
Pet Sitter
Self
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Provided daily care for pets, including feeding, walking, and administering medications.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for animals through regular maintenance and sanitation.
- Developed strong relationships with pet owners, offering updates and addressing concerns promptly.
- Managed scheduling to accommodate multiple clients while ensuring timely services.
- Monitored pet behavior and health, reporting any issues immediately to owners.
- Prepared food and water following instructions from pet owners.
- Gave animals proper attention to promote secure environment in owner's absence.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for pets, ensuring their comfort and well-being at all times.
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities.
- Conducted regular home visits to check on pets while owners were away, providing peace of mind through routine updates.
- Ensured timely feedings, grooming sessions, and exercise routines for pets in accordance with owner instructions.
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick.
Volunteer
Lynchburg Clay Schools
12.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in organizing community events to promote student engagement and learning opportunities.
- Collaborated with staff to support classroom activities and enhance educational experiences for students.
- Provided tutoring support, adapting materials to meet diverse learning needs of students.
- Developed relationships with families, fostering communication between home and school environments.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lynchburg Clay Highschool
Lynchburg, OH05-2028
Undergraduate -
Southern State Community College
Hillsboro, OH05-2028
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Dependability
- Critical thinking
- Following directions
- Flexible scheduling
- Child supervision
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Toddler care experience
- Childcare
- Active listening
- Meal and snack times
- Managing routines
- Housekeeping
- Activity planning
- School-age children experience
- Homework assistance
- Reading and storytelling
- Playing puzzles and games
- Light housekeeping
- Upholding discipline rules
- Age-appropriate activities
- Behavior monitoring
- Behavior management
- Bathing and dressing
- Child safety expertise
- Professionalism and discretion
- Discipline
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional intelligence
- Basic first aid
- Calm demeanor
- Reliable transportation
- Meal and snack preparation
- Follows directions
- Board games
- Keeping children safe
- Overnight care
- Emotional and physical development assessment
- Giving medicines as appropriate
- Screen time rules
- Multitasking
- Positive and professional
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Creative thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Adaptability
Accomplishments
- Increased parents' happiness by taking on additional chores and relieving burdens.
- Positively influenced kids with behavior issues, improving family quality of life.
- Earned numerous referrals to other families due to exceptional reliability, affordable rate, and positive reports.
Languages
French
Limited Working
German
Limited Working
Interests
- DIY and Home Improvement
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Volunteering
- Music
- Animal Care
- Coding and Programming
- Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Dancing
- Cooking
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Baking
- Gardening
- Graphic Design
- Web Development and Design
- Strategy Games
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Reading
- Video Gaming
- Interior Design
- Video Game Design
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Drawing and Painting
- Fashion and Style
- Developing software, websites, and apps in various programming languages
Timeline
Pet Sitter
Self
03.2025 - 08.2025
Babysitter
Self
12.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Lynchburg Clay Schools
12.2024 - 03.2025
High School Diploma -
Lynchburg Clay Highschool
Undergraduate -
Southern State Community College