CARA LANDOLFI
Sewell,NJ
Summary
Committed educator with a New Jersey Certificate of Eligibility and extensive experience in early childhood education. Skilled Lead Toddler Teacher and nanny, adept at supporting developmental growth, guiding positive behavior, and creating engaging learning environments. Fosters strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues to cultivate a supportive and motivating classroom atmosphere.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Care.com Inc
10.2022 - Current
- Supervised daily activities to ensure children's safety and well-being
- Monitored children's health and developmental progress in physical, emotional, and mental areas to support overall well-being
- Facilitated communication with parents on children's behavioral progress, fostering collaborative support for development
- Established structured routines balancing instruction, enrichment, and play-based learning
- Applied positive behavior strategies to promote emotional regulation and improve social skills among children
- Fostered a safe, engaging environment aligned with early childhood education principles
- Developed educational activities that promoted learning and creativity
- Minimized screen time by engaging children with games and physical books
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments
- Researched new places or activities that would be interesting and beneficial for the kids
Lead Teacher
Goddard School
Sewell, New Jersey
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Planned and implemented daily lesson activities aligned with early childhood education standards, including language development, motor skills, and sensory exploration
- Created a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment that supported emotional regulation, independence, and social development
- Managed classroom routines to ensure smooth transitions, effective meal times, restful nap schedules, and structured learning blocks that fostered a stable learning environment
- Applied positive behavior guidance strategies to promote developmental milestones and enhance peer interactions among children
- Engaged with parents/guardians daily to provide insights on child development, behavior, and learning progress, fostering strong home-school connections
- Collaborated with assistant teachers and school leadership to ensure consistency in curriculum delivery and classroom management
- Maintained classroom organization, safety standards, and compliance with state childcare regulations
Nanny
Sittercity
Sewell, New Jersey
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Designed and led developmentally appropriate activities targeting fine motor development and cognitive growth
- Created engaging, play-based learning experiences to promote curiosity, problem-solving, and language development
- Supported school readiness skills including letter recognition, phonemic awareness, counting, shape recognition, and early handwriting practice
- Established consistent daily routines to enhance transitions, foster independence, and promote emotional regulation
- Applied positive behavior guidance strategies to strengthen appropriate behavior, cultivate social skills, and facilitate conflict resolution between siblings
- Provided structured daily care and early learning support for two preschool-aged children in a home-based environment
- Assisted with daily routines including meals, hygiene, structured learning time, and enrichment activities
- Engaged in regular communication with parents to provide updates on developmental progress, behavior, and learning milestones
- Maintained a safe, nurturing, and structured environment aligned with early childhood development best practices
Patient Care Coordinator
Cornerstone Foot and Ankle
Sewell, New Jersey
03.2020 - 06.2020
- Greeted patients warmly and ensured a welcoming environment upon arrival
- Managed patient appointments and scheduling efficiently
- Handled incoming calls, addressing inquiries and directing calls to appropriate staff
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems
- Processed insurance claims and verified patient eligibility
- Coordinated communication between physicians, patients, and insurance providers effectively
- Assisted with billing inquiries, providing clear information to patients regarding statements
- Ensured compliance with health regulations and maintained patient confidentiality diligently
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality
Teacher
Daycare, Beacon Academy
09.2017 - 02.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans promoting physical and emotional development
- Facilitated creative play sessions enhancing social skills among children
- Organized educational games fostering cognitive growth and exploration
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide updates on child progress and address individual needs
- Monitored individual development milestones and provided feedback to parents
- Collaborated with staff to create a nurturing and inclusive environment
- Implemented routines for meals, naps, and activities to promote structure
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of toddlers in care
- Served nutritious meals and snacks to toddlers according to daily schedule
- Maintained organized, clean classroom and play areas to support a positive learning environment
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Health Sciences
Widener University
Chester, PA08-2022
Associates - Health Science
Rowan College
Sewell, NJ01-2020
Skills
- First aid and CPR certified
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Classroom adaptability
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Professional reliability
- Approachable demeanor
Timeline
Nanny
Care.com Inc
10.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Goddard School
09.2021 - 10.2022
Nanny
Sittercity
09.2020 - 09.2021
Patient Care Coordinator
Cornerstone Foot and Ankle
03.2020 - 06.2020
Teacher
Daycare, Beacon Academy
09.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor’s Degree - Health Sciences
Widener University
Associates - Health Science
Rowan College