Laila Svehla
Dublin,CA
Summary
Independent Nanny adept at taking initiative in creating child-friendly activities. Maintain organized schedules with little parental guidance. Adept in caring for up to two children while preparing meals and managing personal, medical and educational activities for each child.
Hard working professional 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.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Nanny
Laura Andersen
Orinda, CA
09.2021 - Current
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Au Pair
Cultural Care
Orinda, CA
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Developed bilingual abilities in Portuguese through immersive conversation and activities.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Kept children's areas neat and clean.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- 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.
- Kept notes of behavior issues, food served and medications administered to children.
- Offered top-notch care to 2+ children at once, ranging in age from 1.5 years 2.5 years old.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
Au Pair
Cultural Care
Acton, MA
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted with housework such as laundry and cooking.
- Developed bilingual abilities in Portuguese through immersive conversation and activities.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Kept children's areas neat and clean.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Offered top-notch care to 2 children at once, ranging in age from 5 to 12 years old.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
E.E. Prof. Joaquim Leme Do Prado
Sao Paulo, SP- Brazil12.2015
Skills
- Structural Limits
- Event and Activity Planning
- Safe Transporting
- Schedule Creation
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Effective Team Leader
- Fine Motor Skills
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Educational Support
- Social Integration
- Assignment and Project Coordination
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Professional Nanny
Laura Andersen
09.2021 - Current
Au Pair
Cultural Care
08.2020 - 08.2021
Au Pair
Cultural Care
08.2019 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
E.E. Prof. Joaquim Leme Do Prado