Caitlin T Eskro
Armonk,United States
Summary
Bringing forth a proven track record of satisfied clients, UHNW families willing to recommend my services highly. Willing to take on household duties and work with clients to better meet their individual needs. Has now branched into family assistant and household management work and has coordinated vendors, and maintained a pristine household for clients for six plus years. Dedicated Household manager/personal assistant experienced in multitasking and working under pressure. Organizes activities and events for families to inhibit stress and provide optimal experiences. Skilled at managing household budgets and finances to encourage proper use of available funds.Focused management professional experienced in maintaining safe and clean environments for owners and guests. Adept at handling private and confidential information with extreme care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
House Manager
Shapiro Family
09.2024 - 08.2026
- Coordinated daily household operations, ensuring seamless workflow and efficiency.
- Managed scheduling for family activities and staff, optimizing time and resources.
- Oversaw maintenance of household systems, addressing issues proactively to enhance functionality.
- Implemented organizational strategies for inventory management, streamlining supplies procurement processes.
- Facilitated communication between family members and service providers, ensuring alignment on needs and expectations.
- Anticipated needs of family members by staying informed about their preferences, schedules, and priorities.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive inventory systems to ensure timely replenishment of supplies, reducing waste and saving costs.
- Planned special events such as parties or family gatherings with attention to detail and organization.
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
- Established positive relationships with vendors and service providers, negotiating favorable terms when necessary.
- Strategically delegated responsibilities among staff according to individual strengths and abilities in order to maximize overall performance.
- Oversaw maintenance projects within the home, liaising with contractors to ensure timely completion within budget constraints.
Full-Time Nanny and Family Assistant
Private Family
Morristown
09.2020 - 06.2024
- Ages of Children upon hire: three children six years of age
- Traveled internationally and domestically on an extensive basis with the family as needed.
- Packed, managed, and made packing lists for extended 3 week-long vacations both domestic and international.
- Scheduled and maintained family's appointments and events.
- Planned trips and events on trips.
- Oversaw vendors on the property.
- Fostered a creative, fun, welcoming environment to children that also presented learning opportunities.
- Was responsible for scheduling and maintaining bedtime routines and all afternoon routines.
- Ran errands for the family while the children were at school.
- Taught and assisted with homework.
- Organized the home, maintained clean state of the home, and managed the family's cars.
- Experienced and implemented Waldorf and Montessori style teachings in the home.
- Maintained a constant communication with parents that consisted of daily conversations and weekly meetings.
- Held weekly meetings with other staff in the home that included a household manager and cleaning staff.
- Pet care for rabbit, dog, cat, and fish.
- Left due to family moving to Florida, needed someone full time and could not accommodate rotational/fly in, amicable parting and still extremely close to the family and children.
Nanny full-time
Private Family
Grand Rapids
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Ages of Children Upon Hire: newborn, 4, 8, and 10
- Brought forth in-depth knowledge of early childhood and childhood psychology.
- Provided care for children of multiple age levels.
- Accompanied families on trips as needed.
- Protected an accident-free driving record.
- Took children to numerous extra-curricular activities including daily intensive ballet and cub scouts.
- Assisted and taught homework assignments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills, balancing a full-time course load and extracurricular activities.
- Father ended up staying home due to COVID as he was a pilot, parted ways amicably due to financial reasons and needing less care.
Full Time Teaching Assistant
Nazarene Wee Care Center
Kalamazoo
03.2013 - 01.2018
- Continually served as a helpful and enthusiastic assistant with a proven track record of doing work in a timely and professional manner.
- Utilized effective teaching methods to see greater results.
- Modified lessons to meet the needs of all students.
- Maintained organized files and documentation of each student's progress.
- Attended workshops and classes to further my professional skills.
- Promoted individualism as well as class unity.
- Created and implemented lesson plans based on child-led interests and curiosities.
- Followed school policies and regulations regarding safety at all times.
- Fostered positive relationships with students and encouraged them every step of the way.
- Ended up seeking better, higher paying opportunities. At the time I was only making minimum wage and knew with my education and experience I could do better for myself.
Education
Bachelor's in the Sciences - Child and Family Development
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo03.2021
Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Over a Decade of Experience As a Nanny/Family Assistant/House Manager
- Experience with ADHD/Sensory Needs
- Training in Montessori, Waldorf, and other Developmental Techniques
- Intermediate in French
- CPR and First Aid Certified
Interests
Pottery, Traveling and Experiencing Culture and the Arts, Volunteering (have assisted children with physical and mental special needs in riding horses, have fostered puppies and kittens, and have also volunteered at a rehab center to assist with children who are recovering from injury), Animals, and Music
Timeline
House Manager
Shapiro Family
09.2024 - 08.2026
Full-Time Nanny and Family Assistant
Private Family
09.2020 - 06.2024
Nanny full-time
Private Family
01.2018 - 02.2020
Full Time Teaching Assistant
Nazarene Wee Care Center
03.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor's in the Sciences - Child and Family Development
Western Michigan University