Cierra Craddock
Seabeck,WA
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience at College Nannies and Tutors, skilled in child development and emotional support techniques. Proven ability to foster positive relationships, implement engaging learning activities, and ensure safety. First aid and CPR certified, with a strong commitment to nurturing children's growth and enhancing their social skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Nanny
College Nannies and Tutors
03.2023 - Current
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Child Care Centre
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
Babysitter
Private Care
10.2011 - 03.2018
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pierce College
Puyallup, WA09-2026
Skills
- Child development expertise
- First aid and CPR certified
- Early childhood education
- Emotional support techniques
- Nutrition and meal planning
- Social skill development
- Household management
- Routine adherence
- Child development
- Superior communication skills
- Reliable transportation
- Social integration
- Reliable
- Skilled in working with special needs children
- Family support
- Tutoring
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
CPR Certified and First Aid Certified
Languages
ASL
Full Professional
Timeline
Professional Nanny
College Nannies and Tutors
03.2023 - Current
Assistant Toddler Teacher
Trinity Lutheran Child Care Centre
01.2022 - 03.2023
Babysitter
Private Care
10.2011 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Pierce College
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