Hi, I’m
Amy Stokes
Nanny
Longmont,CO
Summary
Proven childcare expert with a track record of fostering young minds' growth at Bright Horizons Family Solutions LLC. Skilled in creating educational and nurturing environments, demonstrated adaptability, and resilience. Excelled in conflict resolution and creating activities to develop social-emotional development, movement activities, communication, and problem solving skills. Specializes in toddler care and activity planning, earning commendation for reliability and empathetic engagement with children and parents. Attentive Nanny with background caring for multiple children simultaneously. Positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. Certified in first aid and CPR with dedication to creating safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environments for all children.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Self-employeed
Babysitter
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- 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.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
Angie Hodd
Nanny
10.2022 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of morning time preparation.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
Bright Horizons Family Solutions LLC
Lead Teacher to Two's
09.2021 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Promoted language acquisition in young learners with engaging storytelling, songs, and word games.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
- Fostered critical thinking skills in daycare students through age-appropriate problem-solving exercises during circle time activities.
Education
Metropolitan State University of Denver, Denver, CO
Bachelor of Science from Human Nutrition
12.2016
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Reliability and Dependability
- Maintaining safe environment
- Toddler care experience
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Managing routines
- Housekeeping
- Schedule Management
- Activity Planning
- Meal and snack times
- Childcare
- Time Management
- Age-Appropriate Routines
- Bathing and Dressing
- Exercise and Outdoor Activities
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Maintaining Safe Environment
- Language Skills Development
- Following Directions
- Child Development
- Certified in First Aid and CPR
- Arts and Crafts
- Board Games
- Household Chores
- Potty Training
- Self-Confidence Development
- Behavior Modeling
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Dietary Restriction Assistance
- Child Care Recordkeeping
- Nurturing Environment
Certification
- Certified Adult and Pediatric Frist Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross - 05/02/2024
Availability
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Available
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Supervised groups of up to 15 children aged 12 months old to 7 years of age.
Languages
English
Interests
Hiking
Arts and Crafts
Playing with my dogs
Traveling
Making Kombucha
Gardening
Video Games
Reading
Software
BabyConnect
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Paid sick leavePaid time offTimeline
Nanny
Angie Hodd
10.2022 - 08.2024
Lead Teacher to Two's
Bright Horizons Family Solutions LLC
09.2021 - 08.2022
Babysitter
Self-employeed
09.2018 - Current
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Bachelor of Science from Human Nutrition
- Certified Adult and Pediatric Frist Aid/CPR/AED, American Red Cross - 05/02/2024
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