Elizabeth Similey
Huntersville,NC
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 5 children while preparing meals and managing personal, medical and educational activities for each child.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Nanny
Private Family Nanny
Homestead, Florida
03.2016 - 09.2022
- Provided safe, nurturing environment for 5 children from 2 families.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- 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.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Traveled with families to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments.
- Maintained updated list of emergency contact information and child's health information in case of emergencies.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Assisted children in dressing appropriately for day's activities.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
Live-In Nanny
Private Family Nanny
Homestead, Florida
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Cared for 2 children while living with the family.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Read and discussed stories with children to boost literacy and reading comprehension skills.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
Nursery Coordinator
New Thing Fellowship Church
Homestead, FL
06.2013 - 06.2015
- Provided safe environment for children aged 18 months-4 years to play and learn.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Adapted bible verses and lessons into stories and activities to help children comprehend scriptures.
Teacher's Assistant
First United Methodist Christian School
Homestead, Florida
08.2013 - 05.2015
- Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper and crayons.
- Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Assisted lead teachers with lesson plan creation and materials development .
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety and security.
- Organized and guided skills practice, research and memorization tasks for students.
- Assessed student assignments to check quality and completeness before submission for grading.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in online reporting system.
- Attended training classes, parent conferences, and faculty meetings to stay up-to-date on student progress.
- Supervised residential and day treatment children during class and on field trips.
Children's Church Director
Life Pointe Church
Homestead, Florida
04.2010 - 12.2013
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
- Trained and supervised religious education instructional staff.
- Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
- Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
- Directed pre-school, toddler and infant services to provide comprehensive family support.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
No Degree - Education
Miami Dade College
Homestead, FLDCF 45 Hours Training - Childcare/Education
DCF Childcare Training
Online08.2014
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
Homestead, FL06.2011
Skills
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Safe Transporting
- Child Supervision
- Household Support
- Superior Communication Skills
- Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
- Educational Activities
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Infant, Toddler and Preschool Curricula
- First Aid
- Potty Training
- Newborn Care
References
- Christin Vick: 305.962.6203
- Frances Kingsbury: 305.609.1946
- Alan Lund: 305.989.1400
Hobbies
- Everything Outdoors- Camping, hiking, swimming, and mountain biking.
- Scuba Diving- Advanced Open Water Certified.
- Arts and Crafts
- Reading
Timeline
Professional Nanny
Private Family Nanny
03.2016 - 09.2022
Live-In Nanny
Private Family Nanny
06.2015 - 02.2016
Teacher's Assistant
First United Methodist Christian School
08.2013 - 05.2015
Nursery Coordinator
New Thing Fellowship Church
06.2013 - 06.2015
Children's Church Director
Life Pointe Church
04.2010 - 12.2013
No Degree - Education
Miami Dade College
DCF 45 Hours Training - Childcare/Education
DCF Childcare Training
High School Diploma -
Homeschool
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