Ava Sullivan
Madison,MS
Summary
Proven childcare professional with extensive experience from roles including Nursery Teacher at First Presbyterian Day School and multiple long-lasting Nanny experiences. Excelled in creating nurturing environments and promoting early childhood development, underscored by a strong foundation in health and safety, including CPR certification. Demonstrated patience and empathy, achieving positive feedback from both parents and employers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Nanny
Robin Bond
05.2023 - Current
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal vehicle
Summer Nanny
Kasey Shackleford
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Babysitter
Tara Lewis
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
Nursery Teacher
First Presbyterian Day School
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, changings, and any medications administered.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
Lifeguard
Jackson Yacht Club
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
Education
High School Diploma -
Madison Central High School
Madison, MS05.2023
Skills
- Infant Care
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Patience and Empathy
- CPR Certified
- Health and safety
- Nutrition knowledge
- Parent Communication
- Positive Reinforcement
- Early Childhood Development
Timeline
Summer Nanny
Robin Bond
05.2023 - Current
Summer Nanny
Kasey Shackleford
05.2023 - 07.2023
Nursery Teacher
First Presbyterian Day School
01.2023 - 05.2023
Lifeguard
Jackson Yacht Club
05.2022 - 08.2022
Babysitter
Tara Lewis
05.2021 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
Madison Central High School