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Desiree Ruiz

San Pedro,CA

Summary

I’m a childcare professional with 10 plus years of experience. I’m also a mother to 3 wonderful children myself. Known for strong teamwork and ability to adapt to dynamic needs of families, ensuring reliability and consistency.

Experienced with nurturing and developing children in supportive environment. Utilizes strong organizational skills and adaptability to manage daily routines and respond to changing needs. Knowledge of effective communication and problem-solving to foster positive and engaging atmosphere.

Professional caregiver with strong track record of fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept at supporting developmental milestones and creating engaging, educational activities. Known for effective collaboration with parents and adapting to meet changing needs. Reliable, patient, and skilled in managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring optimal care and well-being.

Upbeat and energetic childcare provider with Child and Infant CPR/First Aid knowledge.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

The Moyer Family
08.2024 - 12.2025

• oversee the care for 3 children ages 9, 7, 3

  • Created structured routines to enhance children's independence and time management skills.

• Supervised children's daily activities and educational development to ensure a structured environment.

  • Developed engaging age-appropriate activities fostering creativity and learning in children.
  • Implemented consistent routines for meals, playtime, and rest to promote stability and security.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavioral concerns.
  • Managed household tasks, including meal preparation and light cleaning, to support family needs.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings, enhancing social skills and community engagement in children.
  • Monitored children's safety during outdoor activities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Private Nanny

The Balbi Family
01.2023 - 12.2023
  • Oversee the care for 3 children ages 5, 4, 1
  • Developed engaging age-appropriate activities fostering creativity and learning in children.
  • Implemented consistent routines for meals, playtime, and rest to promote stability and security.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavioral concerns.
  • Monitored children's safety during outdoor activities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.

Private Nanny

The Duncan Family
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Oversee the care of 1 child aged 2
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
  • Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Supervised children's daily activities and educational development to ensure a structured environment.

Mother's Helper

Myself
02.2020 - 12.2020

• care for my newborn son who was born in Feb 2020

  • Provided childcare support, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for my son
  • Assisted with daily routines, enhancing my sons learning and development through structured activities.
  • Developed age-appropriate educational materials to stimulate cognitive growth in my son
  • Implemented daily schedules to promote consistency and stability
  • Promoted healthy habits through physical activity, outdoor play, and involvement in sports or recreational pursuits.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, ensuring nutritious and balanced meals for my son
  • Supported my son in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Engaged with my son on age-appropriate level.

Private Nanny

Travis Heard
02.2018 - 02.2019

• oversee the care of a 3 year old boy

  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained a clean, hazard-free environment for the children at all times.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Developed engaging age-appropriate activities fostering creativity and learning in children.
  • Managed household tasks, including meal preparation and light cleaning, to support family needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Monitored children's safety during outdoor activities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.

Mothers Helper

Myself
05.2012 - 05.2013

• care for my newborn son who was born May 2012


  • Provided supportive care to my son, fostering developmental activities and social skills.
  • Enhanced my sons daily routines by creating engaging and age-appropriate activities.
  • Managed a consistent daily schedule that included proper rest periods, mealtimes, and structured playtime activities.

Education

High School Diploma -

Sunburst Academy
Los Alamitos, CA

Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Harbor Occupational Center
San Pedro, CA
2013

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Infant care experience
  • Schedule management
  • Toddler care experience
  • Activity planning
  • Infant care
  • Reading and storytelling
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Emotional support
  • Laundry
  • CPR training
  • Social skill development
  • Light housekeeping
  • Transportation safety
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • Activities planning
  • Behavior modeling
  • Safety consciousness
  • Behavior management techniques
  • School-age child care
  • Potty training assistance
  • Family engagement
  • Creative play
  • Nutrition

Timeline

Private Nanny

The Moyer Family
08.2024 - 12.2025

Private Nanny

The Balbi Family
01.2023 - 12.2023

Private Nanny

The Duncan Family
01.2021 - 10.2022

Mother's Helper

Myself
02.2020 - 12.2020

Private Nanny

Travis Heard
02.2018 - 02.2019

Mothers Helper

Myself
05.2012 - 05.2013

High School Diploma -

Sunburst Academy

Certified Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Harbor Occupational Center