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Anneston Jones

West Chicago,IL

Summary

I’m a professional career nanny with nearly a decade of hands-on experience supporting families and children from toddlerhood through adolescence. My approach is grounded in warmth, structure, and emotional intelligence. I specialize in creating calm, responsive environments where children of all ages feel secure and confident to grow. I build strong, communicative relationships with parents and thrive in homes that value mutual respect and a team mentality.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Nanny

Belleavia & Czechowski Family
10.2022 - Current
  • Provide consistent, age-appropriate care that focuses on kids’ social and emotional growth, setting respectful boundaries, and encouraging independent play.
  • Follow daily routines such as meals, naps, hygiene, diapering, and age appropriate enrichment activities, keeping screen time low.
  • Help with milestones such as potty training, adjusting sleep schedules, and building good sibling relationships.
  • Create a calm, caring environment while keeping clear rules and boundaries.
  • Plan hands-on creative projects, outdoor play, sensory activities, and early literacy activities based on each child's needs.
  • Keep open, honest communication with parents about routines, moods, milestones, and any concerns.
  • Stay flexible and ready to adjust to changes in schedules, household routines, or developmental needs.

Professional Nanny

Jensen Family
02.2020 - 08.2022
  • Provided reliable, full-day care on a rotating weekly schedule aligned with a 12-hour shift work cycle.
  • Maintained a consistent routine including school drop-off/pickup, nap schedules, meals, and age-appropriate learning activities.
  • Created a safe, warm, and structured environment with minimal screen time and plenty of creative play, crafts, and outdoor time.
  • Supported emotional development, sibling dynamics, and transitions such as dropping naps and adjusting to school routines.
  • Took full ownership of daily logistics, including transportation, conflict resolution, and light housekeeping related to the children.
  • Adapted to weekly schedule changes with flexibility and professionalism, including occasional early arrivals and extended care.
  • Communicated clearly and respectfully about daily happenings, developmental concerns, and behavior patterns.

Professional Nanny

Stanke Family
09.2018 - 01.2020
  • Provided care for three children at varying developmental stages, balancing individual needs with group routines.
  • Maintained daily structure including preschool drop-offs, kindergarten pickup, meals, naps, and activity transitions.
  • Created a calm, playful environment with limited screen time, tailored to each child’s energy levels and personality.
  • Supported a range of milestones including early literacy, emotional regulation, and sibling conflict resolution.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities including crafts, sensory play, baking, reading time, and outdoor adventures.
  • Handled after-school care, light homework support, and evening transitions when needed.

Education

GED -

College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn, IL

Skills

  • Calm and composed under pressure
  • Flexible and quick to adapt to changing routines
  • Warm, emotionally attuned, and trustworthy
  • Strong communication with both children and parents
  • Confident with diapering, potty training, and sleep transitions
  • Plans engaging, age-appropriate activities and sensory play
  • Supports early literacy and developmental milestones
  • Organized, proactive, and respectful of household privacy

Certification

  • Mandated Reporter Training, IL DCFS - 2025
  • Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers, American Red Cross - 2025
  • Safe Sleep Ambassador, Cribs for Kids - 2025
  • Child Nutrition and Cooking, Stanford University (via Coursera) - 2025
  • Managing ADHD, Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Concussion in School, University of Colorado System (via Coursera, in progress) - 2025

Timeline

Professional Nanny

Belleavia & Czechowski Family
10.2022 - Current

Professional Nanny

Jensen Family
02.2020 - 08.2022

Professional Nanny

Stanke Family
09.2018 - 01.2020

GED -

College of DuPage