Erika Murphy
San Francisco
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Nanny with over 10 years of experience specializing in Montessori methods, dedicated to nurturing infants, toddlers, and young children. Expertise in fostering calm and consistent environments that enhance emotional well-being, support milestone growth, and encourage age-appropriate independence. Recognized for a gentle communication style, patience, and the ability to build strong partnerships with parents. Proficient in managing routines, providing developmental enrichment, offering household support, and ensuring a seamless daily flow for busy families.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Time Nanny
Ocampo Family
04.2025 - 02.2026
- Provided full-time, loving care beginning at 5 months old through toddlerhood.
- Supported the child through key developmental phases including crawling, pulling to stand, early cruising, and emerging language skills.
- Maintained a consistent routine for bottles, solids, naps, diapering, ensuring predictability and comfort.
- Designed age-appropriate enrichment activities such as sensory bins, stacking and fine-motor play, music time, story reading, and outdoor exploration.
- Ensured a safe environment by supervising floor time, baby-led exploration, and transitions to new mobility milestones.
- Provided holistic, child-centered care focused on intellectual, emotional, and physical development.
- Communicated daily updates to parents regarding sleep, meals, mood, activities, and developmental progress.
- Adapted quickly to the family's needs, providing stability and gentle support during a period of transition.
Short-Term Part-Time Nanny
Gourhan Family
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided attentive, development-focused care for a 9-month-old.
- Supported the child through key developmental phases including crawling, pulling to stand, early cruising, and emerging language skills.
- Maintained a consistent routine for bottles, solids, naps, diapering, and bedtime preparation, ensuring predictability and comfort.
- Designed age-appropriate enrichment activities such as sensory bins, stacking and fine-motor play, music time, story reading, and outdoor exploration.
- Ensured a safe environment by supervising floor time, baby-led exploration, and transitions to new mobility milestones.
- Communicated daily updates to parents regarding sleep, meals, mood, activities, and developmental progress.
- Adapted quickly to the family's needs, providing stability and gentle support during a period of transition.
Full-Time Nanny
Loftesnes Family
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Provided full-time, loving care beginning at 5 months old through toddlerhood.
- Established predictable routines for bottles, solids, naps, play, outings, and transitions.
- Facilitated motor development through tummy time, crawling, standing, and walking practice.
- Maintained a calm, safe environment with proactive hazard awareness.
- Taught basic life skills such as manners, respect, and responsibility.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate exercises, encouraging intellectual and motor skills development.
- Worked with children to tidy up play area and bedrooms, encouraging neat and clean environment.
Full-Time Nanny
Miller Family
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided individualized infant care beginning at 3 months old with a focus on bonding and emotional security.
- Implemented structured routines to promote healthy sleep patterns.
- Designed sensory and cognitive play experiences to support early development.
- Prepared nutritious meals during transition from bottles to solids.
- Took child for walks or played in park, maximizing time spent outdoors.
- Communicated closely with parents to align on goals and schedule changes.
Part-Time Nanny
Gesseler Family
02.2021 - 12.2021
- Cared for two children (ages 2 and 5), supporting emotional development and daily structure.
- Guided age-appropriate routines, including hygiene and bedtime transitions.
- Planned balanced days blending learning, creativity, outdoor time, and rest.
- Encouraged communication, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution.
- Provided safe, reliable transportation to school and activities.
Family Assistant & Tutor
Fox Family
08.2020 - 11.2021
- Cared for three children (ages 2, 4, and 6) while supporting a busy household schedule.
- Coordinated weekly calendars for school, activities, therapies, and appointments.
- Reinforced occupational therapy and myotherapy exercises at home.
- Provided academic tutoring in Spanish, reading, math, and projects.
- Met weekly with parents to coordinate schedules and review progress.
Part-Nanny
Matthews Family
07.2019 - 07.2020
- Supported after-school care for two children (ages 6 and 10).
- Assisted with homework and school routines.
- Prepared daily healthy meals and snacks.
- Provided safe transportation to extracurricular activities.
- Helped maintain an organized household environment.
Part-Time Nanny & Family Assistant
Loy Family
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Cared for three boys (ages 3, 5, and 6).
- Created stimulating and nurturing environment to enable children to feel safe.
- Attended school conferences and maintained communication with teachers and parents.
- Showed excellent organizational abilities when planning activities, preparing meals, and maintaining the house.
- Created stimulating and nurturing environment to enable children to feel safe.
- Demonstrated effective conflict resolution techniques when managing disagreements between siblings or other children.
Education
Early Childhood Education (AECE) -
San Francisco State University
USAssociate of Science - Social & Behavioral Sciences
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA12.2020
Associate of Arts - Arts & Humanities
City College of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA12.2020
Skills
- Fluent in Spanish
- Infant CPR/ First aid certified
- Infant and toddler care
- Motor skill development
- Baby-led weaning
- Early potty training
- Sleep training experience
- Organizational skills
- Schedule management
- Early childhood education
Timeline
Full Time Nanny
Ocampo Family
04.2025 - 02.2026
Short-Term Part-Time Nanny
Gourhan Family
01.2025 - 04.2025
Full-Time Nanny
Loftesnes Family
09.2022 - 11.2024
Full-Time Nanny
Miller Family
12.2021 - 09.2022
Part-Time Nanny
Gesseler Family
02.2021 - 12.2021
Family Assistant & Tutor
Fox Family
08.2020 - 11.2021
Part-Nanny
Matthews Family
07.2019 - 07.2020
Part-Time Nanny & Family Assistant
Loy Family
01.2017 - 01.2019
Associate of Arts - Arts & Humanities
City College of San Francisco
Early Childhood Education (AECE) -
San Francisco State University
Associate of Science - Social & Behavioral Sciences
City College of San Francisco