Darby Boswell
Norman
Summary
Exceptional Nanny and Daycare teacher with experience supporting daily success and health of children of varying needs and interests. Versatile and adaptable in conducting errands, cooking, changing diapers and entertaining children according to parental specifications. Experience with children with diverse learning styles and exceptionalities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Habilitation Training Specialist
Amanda Tatum
08.2022 - Current
- Worked with an individual with Down Syndrome and encouraged her to complete her daily chores while also helping her improve skills in areas such as cooking, cleaning, and hygiene.
- Created a loving and trustworthy relationship with the child by not only helping with chores but playing games and teaching her life skills.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Nanny
Summer Drake
03.2019 - Current
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Marketing Assistant
Elyse Maxwell
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Streamlined marketing processes, optimizing efficiency through the use of project management tools and software.
- Maximized event attendance with thorough planning, promotion, and logistics support for conferences, webinars, or workshops.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Shyne Childcare Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
Intern
Down Syndrome Association Of Oklahoma
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Restocked office supplies and retrieved files for staff.
- Assisted with events put on by the association.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Relations
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05.2023
Skills
- Special Education
- Positive Role Model
- Experience with Diverse Student Populations
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
- Task Oriented
- Organized
- Cooperative
Volunteering
- One-on-one camp counselor at Camp Barnabas in Purdy, Missouri.
- Volunteer at the Down Syndrome Association of Oklahoma.
- Volunteer at Food and Shelter for friends in Norman, Oklahoma.
- Volunteer at Wilson Elementary in the classroom for students with special needs.
- Women's Heart- Alpha Phi
Timeline
Marketing Assistant
Elyse Maxwell
11.2023 - 01.2024
Habilitation Training Specialist
Amanda Tatum
08.2022 - Current
Assistant Daycare Teacher
Shyne Childcare Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
Intern
Down Syndrome Association Of Oklahoma
05.2021 - 08.2021
Nanny
Summer Drake
03.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Human Relations
University of Oklahoma