Shanalee Fowlkes
Plainfield,NJ
Summary
Hi my name is shanalee im an eager 17 always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills. Kind and considerate Babysitter with great recommendations earned by providing individualized care. Led exciting and safe activities while setting examples for appropriate social behavior. Talked with children about personal interests to build relationships and trust.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Family Freind
01.2019 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Handled conflicts between siblings effectively using conflict resolution techniques resulting in a more peaceful household.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
- Developed strong relationships with families, establishing trust and rapport to provide quality childcare services tailored to individual family requirements.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Offered emotional support by actively listening to children''s concerns and responding empathetically while fostering their problem-solving abilities.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Implemented consistent routines for naptime, bedtime, meal preparation, and other daily tasks to create stability within the home environment for the children in my care.
- Fostered creativity through engaging arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and expression.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Promoted healthy habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks for children daily.
- Enhanced language development by engaging in storytelling, reading books, and encouraging conversation among the children under my care.
- Ensured proper hygiene among kids under my care by teaching them about personal cleanliness thus promoting good health habits.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Supported academic growth by assisting with homework assignments, enhancing comprehension, and providing additional resources as needed.
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Adapted to diverse family structures, cultural backgrounds, and parenting styles to ensure a nurturing environment for all children under care.
- Collaborated closely with parents regarding behavioral issues implementing strategies that improved overall behavior patterns.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Managed schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely transportation to extracurricular activities while maintaining open communication with parents regarding scheduling needs.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and encouraging teamwork.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Accompanied children to various appointments providing emotional support and ensuring their physical wellbeing.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Transported children to and from activities using family vehicle.
Babysitter
Parent Coworker
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Served as a positive role model for young children by modeling appropriate language usage, manners, and conflict resolution methods.
- Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Enhanced children''s well-being by providing a safe and nurturing environment.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Promoted good behavior by using positive reinforcement techniques, such as praise and rewards.
- Provided healthy meals and snacks for children, adhering to any dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Handled emergencies calmly and efficiently while following established safety protocols provided by the parents.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
- Assisted with bedtime routines, ensuring a consistent schedule for optimal rest and development.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Utilized time-management skills to balance childcare responsibilities alongside light housekeeping duties as needed.
- Supported child development milestones by implementing age-appropriate learning activities.
- Assisted older kids with homework, school projects and chores.
- Maintained open communication lines with parents regarding their child''s progress, needs, and concerns.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime to promote physical activity and overall health in the children being cared for.
- Fostered creativity through arts and crafts projects, encouraging self-expression among the children.
- Established trust among families within local community networks leading to numerous referrals from satisfied clients.
- Ensured timely completion of homework assignments by assisting with tasks and answering questions.
- Displayed adaptability when faced with changing family dynamics or unexpected scheduling alterations.
- Took children to extra-curricular activities and on outings to approved locations.
- Collaborated effectively with parents on discipline strategies to maintain consistency across home environments.
- Improved children''s social skills through engaging group activities and outings.
- Managed schedules for multiple children, coordinating playdates, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
- Organized transportation needs for school pick-ups/drop-offs or other necessary trips.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
Babysitter
Neighbors House
06.2019 - 02.2023
- Collaborated with parents to ensure consistency in childcare approach between home and babysitter settings.
- Developed strong relationships with both parents and children, fostering trust and open communication.
- Ensured child safety by closely monitoring indoor and outdoor play environments.
- Managed challenging behavior effectively by implementing positive discipline techniques.
- Promoted educational development by assisting with homework and school projects.
- Established a consistent daily routine for the children, promoting healthy habits and time management skills.
- Observed changes in behavior or health concerns promptly reporting them to parents for further evaluation.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs of the children.
- Maintained a clean, organized, and safe home environment for children under care.
- Administered first aid or medication as needed, following parent instructions and medical guidelines.
- Facilitated independence among the children by teaching them self-care tasks such as dressing themselves or brushing their teeth.
- Planned creative arts and crafts projects to encourage self-expression and creativity in children.
- Accompanied children to various activities and appointments, ensuring punctuality and supervision.
- Implemented engaging learning activities based on individual interests of each child under care.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing play dates and group activities.
- Prioritized safety while transporting the children to various locations using car seats/boosters according to state regulations.
- Coordinated schedules with other family members or caregivers for seamless continuity of care.
- Assisted in developing age-appropriate milestones for individual growth within each child''s developmental stage.
- Provided overnight care when required, attending to nighttime routines and any issues that arose during the night.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
After-School Teacher
Cresthaven Elementary
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Observed and monitored children's play activities to promote healthy, safe environment.
- Organized and supervised games and [Type] recreational activities to promote physical, mental and social development in children.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Prepared after-school enrichment activities for children to encourage student participation.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Tutored and assisted children in small groups of individuals to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
- Provided individual and group teaching to [Number] students to motivate and instill enthusiasm for learning.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Used [Software] to record and maintain attendance records and progress notes.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Contributed positively to school culture by participating in committees and volunteering for various school events, promoting a sense of community among staff members and students.
- Provided additional support to struggling students through after-school tutoring sessions, leading to improved academic performance.
- Organized and stored toys and classroom materials to maintain order in activity areas.
- Monitored student attendance by collecting attendance rosters and overseeing attendance database.
- Prepared food and served meals and refreshments to [Number] children.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Performed general housekeeping duties by washing tables and chairs, putting away chairs and properly placing toys in cubbies.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing varied teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Education
Still Attending -
Plainfield High School
Plainfield, NJ05.2025
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Reliability
- Following Directions
- Dependability
- Child Supervision
- Maintaining safe environment
- Flexible scheduling
- Reliability and punctuality
- Childcare
- Meal and snack times
- Managing routines
- Toddler care experience
- Conflict Resolution
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Schedule Management
- Activity Planning
- School-age children experience
- Routine management
- Homework Assistance
- Playing puzzles and games
- Reading and Storytelling
- Light Housekeeping
- Creative play ideas
- Licensed driver
- Upholding discipline rules
- Infant care experience
- Professionalism and Discretion
- Bathing and dressing
- Child safety expertise
- Planning physical activities
- Child Development Understanding
- Child Development
- Monitoring screen time
- Diaper changing proficiency
- Park supervision
- Educational Activities Planning
- Potty Training Assistance
- Administering medicines
- Transportation Arrangements
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Good Decision Making
- Creative Thinking
- Critical Thinking
- Cooking
- Relationship Building
- Child Safety
- Emotionally supportive
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Meal Preparation
- Computer Use
- Parent Interaction
- Praise and Encouragement
- Rule Setting
- Homework Support and Assistance
- Social integration
- Educational Activities
- Boundary Setting
- Self-confidence Development
- Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
- Regulating Schedules
- Safety Instruction
- Educational Support
- Instilling healthy habits
- Appointment Scheduling
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Teaching Empathy
- Behavior management techniques
- Schedule Regulating
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Toilet training
- Enrichment Activities
- Behavior Modeling
- Housekeeping and Cleaning
- Behavior monitoring
- Age-Appropriate Activities
Timeline
Babysitter
Parent Coworker
03.2022 - 12.2023
After-School Teacher
Cresthaven Elementary
08.2021 - 11.2022
Babysitter
Neighbors House
06.2019 - 02.2023
Babysitter
Family Freind
01.2019 - Current
Still Attending -
Plainfield High School
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