Hi, I’m
April Merced
Tilton,IL
Summary
Innovative Nanny with 20 years of hands-on experience providing in-home childcare. Friendly and energetic individual skillful in organizing and conducting age-appropriate activities and providing stimulating learning environment. Focused on maintaining great sense of humor and positive demeanor.
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Care.com IncTAMPA, FL
Live-Out Nanny
02.2015 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children in my care.
- Organized activities that develop the physical, social, and intellectual growth of children.
- Assisted with homework completion.
- Maintained an orderly and clean environment for the children.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for the children.
- Engaged in interactive playtime to encourage learning and development.
- Administered medication when necessary per instructions from parents and guardians.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare, such as washing dishes used by the kids or tidying up after them.
- Read stories to help foster language skills and imagination development.
- Ensured safety at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Helped prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.
- Observed children during snack time to prevent choking.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Engaged children with games and puzzles to promote mental development and enjoyment.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
Education
Blake High SchoolTampa, FL
High School Diploma
06-2005
Skills
- Homework Assistance
- Housekeeping abilities
- Arts and craft
- Valid Driver's License
Timeline
Live-Out Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2015 - 03.2024
Blake High School
High School Diploma