Carissa Lambert
Sparta
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Nicole Finley
Sparta, NJ
09.2025 - Current
- Provided attentive care and supervision for children's daily activities.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote learning and development.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment through proactive supervision.
- Assisted in implementing daily routines to foster structure and consistency.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child's progress and needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules and family requirements as needed.
- Managed household tasks related to child care, including meal preparation and cleaning.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
Sunday School Teacher
Sparta United Methodist Church
Sparta, NJ
2014 - Current
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding of biblical concepts.
- Facilitated interactive discussions to encourage critical thinking among students.
- Coordinated special events and activities to foster community participation and engagement.
- Implemented creative teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
- Trained volunteers in effective teaching practices and child safety protocols.
- Encouraged class participation to build student confidence and interest in church teachings.
- Cultivated a positive classroom environment that promoted respect, cooperation, and spiritual growth.
- Enhanced student understanding by incorporating hands-on activities and creative teaching methods.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, maintaining a respectful atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Prepared age-appropriate weekly lesson plans aligned with church teachings.
- Encouraged parental involvement by regularly communicating progress updates, concerns, and suggestions for at-home support.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work, increasing pride in their accomplishments.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement.
- Assisted in the development of age-appropriate curriculum that addressed various learning styles and needs.
- Provided support to students with special needs, ensuring an inclusive and accessible learning experience for all.
- Organized and labeled materials and displayed students' work by ages and perceptual skills.
- Served as a mentor and role model for students in matters of spirituality, character development, and personal growth.
- Provided feedback to students and parents on individual progress and areas for spiritual growth.
- Attended meetings with religious leaders.
- Assisted with fundraising activities.
- Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
Assistant Teacher
Goddard School
Sparta, NJ
02.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported lead teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Facilitated small group activities to enhance social skills and promote collaboration among students.
- Assisted in maintaining classroom organization and cleanliness, ensuring a conducive learning environment.
- Observed student interactions to provide feedback on behavior and academic progress to teaching staff.
- Developed individualized support strategies for students with special needs, fostering inclusive education.
- Mentored new assistant teachers in classroom management techniques and educational best practices.
- Collaborated with educators to refine curriculum materials, enhancing overall educational quality and engagement.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
- Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
- Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
- Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
- Boosted classroom management skills, maintaining order and discipline among students.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing interactive and multimedia teaching tools.
- Enhanced student motivation by recognizing and rewarding progress and achievements in timely manner.
- Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School
Sparta, NJ06-2021
Skills
- Relationship building
- Infant care experience
- Schedule management
- Toddler care experience
- Activity planning
- Positive reinforcement
- School-age child care
- Structured routines
- Time management
- Tech Savvy
- Friendly and Compassionate
- Welcoming
- Dependable and responsible
- Organizational skills
- Critical thinking
- Emotionally supportive
- Active listening
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Appointment scheduling
- First aid
- Task prioritization
- Computer use
- Analytical thinking
Timeline
Private Nanny
Nicole Finley
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Goddard School
02.2021 - 06.2022
Sunday School Teacher
Sparta United Methodist Church
2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Sparta High School