Emma Vlahoulis
Iowa City
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Nanny
Tim Fairbanks, LMSW and Abbey Fairbanks, MD
04.2024 - Current
- Provided transportation to therapy appointments or other necessary events related to the child's well-being.
- Cared for children with physical disabilities by helping them move around and participate in recreational activities.
- Took children to and from school and extra-curricular activities.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Facilitated communication between parents and school personnel regarding educational goals and objectives for the child.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
Job Shadowing: Student and Family Advocate
Megan Goodwin
11.2024 - 06.2025
Miracles In Motion Nonprofit
Miracles In Motion
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Cultivated relationships with individuals and organizations to build community support for nonprofits.
- Developed and implemented fundraising strategies to support the mission of a local nonprofit organization.
- Identified areas for improvement, narrowing focus for decision-makers in making necessary changes.
- Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
- Worked with my group to enhance volunteer recruitment and retention.
Private Nanny
Brian Andrews, MD and Sarah Andrews
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Organized age appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games, outdoor play, reading time, and music.
- Created daily routines that included naps, meals and playtime.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing clear expectations and consistent discipline techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of each child's daily activities and behaviors.
- Transported children to school functions or appointments as needed.
- Cooked nutritious meals for the family according to dietary restrictions outlined by parents.
- Read stories aloud nightly before bedtime.
- Facilitated potty training when necessary.
- Provided emotional support during times of stress or transition.
Private Nanny
Trinity Ray and Tara Mckee
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Assisted with homework, tutoring and school projects as needed.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
- Instructed proper hygiene habits such as brushing teeth or washing hands before meals.
- Dropped off and picked up children from school and extracurricular commitments.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
Family Nanny
Mick Connealy, Esq. and Kate Connealy
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Organized age appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games, outdoor play, reading time, and music.
- Encouraged positive behavior by providing clear expectations and consistent discipline techniques.
- Transported children to school functions or appointments as needed.
- Assisted with homework assignments in all subject areas on an as needed basis.
- Cooked nutritious meals for the family according to dietary restrictions outlined by parents.
- Managed household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning duties and grocery shopping when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA05-2025
Skills
- Multitasking ability
- Conflict Resolution
- Superior communication skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time management abilities
- Schedule creation and maintenance
- Reliability
Affiliations
- Involved in Intramural volleyball; coed, sand volleyball, and woman's league, through the University of Iowa
Timeline
Job Shadowing: Student and Family Advocate
Megan Goodwin
11.2024 - 06.2025
Miracles In Motion Nonprofit
Miracles In Motion
08.2024 - 01.2025
Special Needs Nanny
Tim Fairbanks, LMSW and Abbey Fairbanks, MD
04.2024 - Current
Private Nanny
Trinity Ray and Tara Mckee
09.2023 - 06.2024
Private Nanny
Brian Andrews, MD and Sarah Andrews
04.2023 - 08.2024
Family Nanny
Mick Connealy, Esq. and Kate Connealy
02.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Iowa
Education and Training
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