Anita Wurm
Mt Pleasant ,SC
Summary
Proven Nanny with extensive experience in child development and childcare, as demonstrated in roles with Jane Stoney and Jensie and John Michael Burton. Expert in creating engaging, educational activities that promote emotional well-being and intellectual growth. Renowned for patience, understanding, and a 100% commitment to child safety. Skillfully blends first aid knowledge with nurturing support to foster healthy, happy children.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Jane Stoney, Jensie and John Michael Burton
08.2022 - Current
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- 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.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
- Implemented effective sleep training techniques that established healthy bedtime routines resulting in improved sleep quality.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Nanny
Leah Johnson
06.2018 - 08.2022
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- 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.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- 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.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Implemented effective sleep training techniques that established healthy bedtime routines resulting in improved sleep quality.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Education
Associates Degree In Early Childhood Education - Child Development
Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute
Ohio08.1994
Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Friendly
- Reliability and Trustworthiness
- Approachable
- Emotionally supportive
- Toddler care experience
- Infant care experience
- Childcare
- Active listener
- Valid Driver's License
- Activity Planning
- Child Development
- Meal Preparation
- Early Childhood Development
- Arts and crafts
- First Aid Certified
- Safety awareness
- Child Supervision
- Outdoor activities
- Behavior management techniques
- Reading and Storytelling
- Reliable transportation
- First Aid
- Light Housekeeping
- Creative play
- Enrichment Activities
- Effective team leader
- Food handling training
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Transportation safety
- Early Childhood Education
- Swimming Supervision
- Nutrition knowledge
- Childcare expertise
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Excellent driving record
- Grocery shopping
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Child psychology knowledge
- Valid passport
- Basic clerical knowledge
- Lifeguard training
- Head Start program expertise
- Dependable and Responsible
- Problem-Solving
- Parent Interaction
- Creative Thinking
- Child Safety
- Critical Thinking
- Homework Support and Assistance
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Good Decision Making
- Cooking
- Regulating Schedules
- Rule Setting
- Teaching Empathy
- Self-confidence Development
- Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Praise and Encouragement
- Boundary Setting
- Schedule Regulating
- Instilling healthy habits
- Medication Administration
- Computer Use
- Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
- Educational Activities
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Appointment Scheduling
Additional Information
I have taught swimming lessons for over 2 decades and currently teach at Brighton Swim Academy in Mt Pleasant, SC.
I also was a 4-H advisor for 15 years in Ohio.
Timeline
Nanny
Jane Stoney, Jensie and John Michael Burton
08.2022 - Current
Nanny
Leah Johnson
06.2018 - 08.2022
Associates Degree In Early Childhood Education - Child Development
Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute
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