Caralyn Anderson
New Milford,CT
Summary
Reliable professional with experience in childcare and retail environments. Skilled in problem-solving and active listening, ensuring effective communication with parents and children. Aims to enhance children's social and emotional well-being through consistently support and nurturing.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Private
08.2023 - Current
- Specialized care in ability to work with and care for individuals with autism, specifically autism.
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safety and well being of children.
- Develop engaging educational and recreational activities tailored to children's interests.
- Managed meal preparation and ensured nutritional needs were met for children.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and discipline strategies.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment conductive to learning and exploration for children.
- Assisted in housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children's progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene, and socialization.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up house.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Retail Associate
Goatboy Soaps
01.2017 - Current
- Independently represented the business at local flea markets and farmers' markets, managing product sales and customer interactions.
- Cutting and wrapping soap, preparing gift baskets, stocking displays, loading deliveries, shipping, and restocking products.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing shopping experience and fostering loyalty.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately, processing transactions efficiently.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
- Wrapped, boxed, and packaged soap orders for online deliveries.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring product availability, and optimal stock organization.
- Stock merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging them according to size or color.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments.
- Maintained a healthy and clean environment for the goats.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western Connecticut State University
Danbury, CT05.2026
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School
New Milford06.2022
Skills
- Skilled in working with individuals with special needs
- Behavior management techniques
- Infant/toddler/adolescent care
- Child development
- Creative play
- Complex problem-solving
- Behavior modeling
- Homework assistance
- Meal and snack preparation
- Housekeeping abilities
- Enrichment activities
- Trustworthy
Additional Information
CT drivers license, First Aid and CPR Certification, Caregiver Certification, Girl Scout Silver Award, Softball and Volleyball team player, Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Sexual Harassment Prevention Training Certification, State of Connecticut Department of Children and Families Mandated Reporter Training Certification.
Timeline
Nanny
Private
08.2023 - Current
Retail Associate
Goatboy Soaps
01.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Western Connecticut State University
High School Diploma -
New Milford High School