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Dinke Desta

Silver Spring,MD

Summary

Dedicated childcare professional with over 10 years of experience caring for children from infancy through preschool. Skilled in milestone development, individualized routines, and creating enriching daily activities that prepare children for school readiness.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nanny

Zaw-Myint Family NannyShare
Washington, DC
09.2019 - Current
  • Partnered with two families to provide continuous care from infancy through preschool, supporting children through multiple developmental stages.
  • Implemented structured daily routines for naps, feeding, and play, creating stability and predictability.
  • Introduced early literacy and numeracy through age-appropriate games, books, and writing activities.
  • Planned weekly enrichment, including museum visits, library story times, and outdoor exploration.
  • Created a compassionate, growth-focused environment, preparing children socially and academically for school.

Nanny

Portera & Pildis Family Nanny Share
Washington, DC
04.2017 - 09.2019
  • Balanced care for multiple children from different families, providing individualized attention while encouraging group activities.
  • Designed and facilitated activities to strengthen social skills, problem solving, and early education milestones.
  • Collaborated closely with parents to align developmental goals and share progress updates.
  • Organized weekly schedules including educational outings, cultural activities, and daily routines.

Personal Nanny

Jimerson Family
Washington, DC
09.2016 - 04.2017
  • Provided full-time care for one child from newborn through early toddler years.
  • Worked with parents to establish feeding and sleep routines and monitor milestones.
  • Promoted language and motor skills development through reading, sensory play, and structured learning.

Child Care Aide

Faces of Hope Child Development Center
Washington, DC
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Supervised children in classrooms and during field trips, ensuring safety and engagement.
  • Planned and facilitated lessons and activities tailored to children’s developmental stages.
  • Partnered with parents to support children’s achievements and communicated progress effectively.

Education

B.S - Accounting

Alpha University College
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Skills

  • Daily care including feeding, bathing, dressing, and light household support
  • Monitoring and guiding progress in gross/fine motor skills, language, social development, and early academics
  • Introducing solid foods, managing nap/bedtime schedules, and supporting potty training
  • Designing activities and outings that inspire curiosity, creativity, and social growth

Certification

  • Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
  • Infant/Child First Aid & CPR

Timeline

Nanny

Zaw-Myint Family NannyShare
09.2019 - Current

Nanny

Portera & Pildis Family Nanny Share
04.2017 - 09.2019

Personal Nanny

Jimerson Family
09.2016 - 04.2017

Child Care Aide

Faces of Hope Child Development Center
01.2014 - 01.2016

B.S - Accounting

Alpha University College