Barbara Boyle
San Diego,CA
Summary
Nurturing and experienced Newborn Care Specialist (NCS) and Nanny with over 5 years of childcare experience, including live-in care, infant and toddler support, and experience with neurodivergent children. As a mother to a toddler, I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding of newborn and nighttime care. Certified in Newborn Care Specialist Foundations through Newborn Care Solutions and trained in autism behavior strategies (40-hour RBT certification). Dedicated to supporting families with evidence-based newborn care, gentle sleep shaping, and nurturing guidance during the early months of life.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Private Family - Laura & Scott
San Diego, CA
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided part-time care, engaging toddler in play-based learning and outdoor activities.
- Supported feeding routines and light household tasks.
- Balanced care with presence of my own infant daughter.
Weekend Babysitter
Private Family - Anya Hein
Sacramento, CA
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted with bottle feeding, naps, tummy time, and light housework.
- Supported developmental milestones and created a calm routine.
- Position ended due to family relocation.
Nanny
Private Family - Julia Reece & Ryan
Sacramento, CA
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Tailored activities and sensory play to support developmental needs.
- Managed outings, nap routines, and structured daily care.
- Completed 40-hour RBT training to better support her needs.
- Position ended when child entered a full-time special education program.
Babysitter
Private Family - Kate & Jesse
Granite Bay, CA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided evening and overnight care for three siblings.
- Ensured safe bedtime routines and managed overnight responsibilities.
Live-in Au Pair
Private Family - Ray Schiavone
Granite Bay, CA
09.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed full daily care of toddler, including structured routines (meals, teeth brushing, play, naps, bath, bedtime).
- Supported sleep training, resulting in independent sleep through the night.
- Position ended due to change in custody arrangement.
Skills
- Infant & toddler care
- Nighttime routines
- Gentle sleep shaping
- Autism support
- Sensory-friendly play
- Strong parent communication
- Family support
- Excellent references
Certification
- Newborn Care Specialist Foundations Course, Newborn Care Solutions Institute
- Infant, Child & Adult CPR & First Aid Certified, [Certifying Organization]
- 40-Hour RBT Training, Autism Partnership Foundation
Additional Experience
Skills
- Overnight care for toddlers during family vacations (2020–2021)
- Newborn overnight experience with my own daughter (born Aug 2023): bottle/breastfeeding, soothing, safe sleep practices, and establishing nighttime routines
- Infant & toddler care (feeding, diapering, bathing, tummy time)
- Nighttime routines & gentle sleep shaping
- Autism support & sensory-friendly play
- Strong parent communication & family support
- Fluent in English & Portuguese
- Excellent references available
Languages
Portugues and English
Timeline
Nanny
Private Family - Laura & Scott
07.2023 - 11.2023
Weekend Babysitter
Private Family - Anya Hein
09.2021 - 01.2022
Nanny
Private Family - Julia Reece & Ryan
02.2020 - 07.2021
Babysitter
Private Family - Kate & Jesse
01.2020 - 01.2021
Live-in Au Pair
Private Family - Ray Schiavone
09.2019 - 02.2020
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