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Amelia Dykes

Freeport,FL

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with a strong work ethic, experienced as an In-Home Nanny for a private family. Expert in early childhood education and effective communication, fostering developmental skills and positive behavior in children. Proven ability to create engaging activities and maintain a safe, nurturing environment, ensuring children's well-being and growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

In-Home Nanny

Private Family Client
03.2025 - Current
  • Provided attentive care to children, ensuring safety and well-being during daily activities.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, promoting healthy eating habits for children.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily routines.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment, supporting hygiene and safety standards.
  • Implemented effective discipline strategies, promoting positive behavior in children.
  • Collaborated with families to establish consistent routines and expectations for childcare.
  • Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
  • Supported families by managing household tasks such as light cleaning, and errand running.
  • Collaborated with parents on establishing routines that fostered independence and self-discipline in children.
  • Managed schedules efficiently, coordinating extracurricular activities and transportation needs for the children.
  • Assisted in developing motor skills through engaging physical activities tailored to each child''s abilities.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.

Sales Associate

Register Family Farm
03.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
  • Processed transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Organized merchandise displays to create an inviting store environment.
  • Stocked shelves and replenished inventory to maintain optimal product availability.
  • Participated in training sessions to develop product knowledge and sales techniques.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Assisted in packaging and shipping products.
  • Handmade products daily including food products, hygiene products, and gift bag assortments.

Restaurant Hostess

Hurricane Oyster Bar And Grill
04.2022 - 03.2024
  • Greeted and seated guests efficiently, ensuring a positive first impression of the restaurant.
  • Coordinated with servers and kitchen staff to ensure smooth service flow during peak hours.
  • Provided menu information and answered guest inquiries, enhancing overall dining experience.
  • Assisted in training new hostesses on operational procedures and customer service standards.
  • Monitored guest feedback and reported issues to management for continuous improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by handling telephone inquiries while attending to in-person guest needs seamlessly.
  • Took to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
  • In this position I was also required to buss tables before seating guests, doing so in a quick and efficient way to ensure the servers can do their jobs accordingly.

Cashier

Mahalo
07.2021 - 07.2022
  • Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
  • Maintained accurate cash drawer, ensuring error-free financial reporting.
  • Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Monitored inventory levels, assisting in restocking efforts as needed.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.

Education

High School Diploma -

Freeport Senior High School
Freeport, FL
05-2024

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Toddler engagement techniques
  • Early childhood education
  • Effective communication techniques
  • Hygiene and grooming assistance
  • Infant care expertise
  • Sleep training methods

Certification

CPR and first aid certified as of September 2025

Languages

American Sign Language
Limited Working

Timeline

In-Home Nanny

Private Family Client
03.2025 - Current

Sales Associate

Register Family Farm
03.2024 - 12.2024

Restaurant Hostess

Hurricane Oyster Bar And Grill
04.2022 - 03.2024

Cashier

Mahalo
07.2021 - 07.2022

High School Diploma -

Freeport Senior High School