Gabriella Pagan
Union City ,NJ
Summary
Professional care provider with strong background in nurturing and supporting children's development. Skilled in creating engaging activities, ensuring safety, and fostering positive environment. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving tangible results. Reliable, patient, and adept at managing changing needs and schedules.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2024 - Current
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Daycare Floater
Greenhouse Learning Center
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Used patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Created engaging sensory-based activities that stimulated cognitive development in young learners.
Swim Instructor
British Swim School
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
Family Nanny
Care.com Inc
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Fostered a nurturing and supportive environment by consistently addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of each child.
- Safeguarded children''s well-being by closely monitoring their activities and providing appropriate supervision at all times
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals according to dietary requirements and preferences.
- Managed schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely transportation to various extracurricular activities.
Supervisor
Krispy Kreme
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Resolved conflicts among staff members professionally and fairly, maintaining a cohesive team dynamic.
- Processed exchanges, refunds and team member purchases to keep cashiers focused on efficiently checking out regular customers.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Babysitter
Personal
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Supervised children at play and monitored activities for safety.
- Prepared crafts and art activities to help children develop fine and gross motor skills.
- Read and played with toddlers and babies to introduce children to basic educational concepts.
- Balanced children's daily schedule to provide for sufficient activity, rest and playtime.
- Led fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities for children.
- Prepared food and fed children snacks and meals.
Education
Union High School
Union 2022
Skills
- Infant care experience
- Toddler care experience
- Household Management
- Potty training
- Swimming Supervision
- Meal Preparation
- Homework Assistance
- Special Needs Care
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Activities Planning
- Family Support
- Hygiene maintenance
Additional Information
Volunteer with Special Needs students
- Supported students with emotional and behavioral concerns to help develop effective social skills.
- Collaborated with teachers to design beneficial instructional plans and optimize use of classroom time.
- Supervised students in classrooms, cafeterias and outdoor facilities to maintain student safety and wellbeing.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Family Nanny
Care.com Inc
02.2024 - Current
Family Nanny
Care.com Inc
09.2023 - 02.2024
Swim Instructor
British Swim School
02.2023 - 05.2024
Daycare Floater
Greenhouse Learning Center
01.2023 - 06.2024
Supervisor
Krispy Kreme
02.2022 - 11.2022
Babysitter
Personal
01.2019 - 11.2021
Union High School
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