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Heather Brady

Heather Brady

Ludlow,MA

Summary

Dedicated and cheerful nanny with extensive experience at Rachael & John Kravarik, working with a level 2 autistic child and a 2 year old toddler, fostering emotional well-being and cognitive development in children. Known for reliability and effective schedule management, I create engaging educational activities while maintaining a clean and organized environment. Committed to nurturing relationships and promoting healthy habits through active communication and support.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

Rachael & John Kravarik
04.2024 - Current
  • Supervised daily activities and ensured safety during playtime and outings.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and maintained cleanliness in meal areas.
  • Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive development.
  • Managed schedules for naps, meals, and recreational time effectively.
  • Adapted care strategies to meet individual needs of children under supervision.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
  • Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • 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.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
  • Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.

Nanny

Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla
04.2003 - 08.2012
  • Communicated regularly with parents regarding children's progress and well-being.
  • Assisted with homework, fostering an enjoyable learning environment at home.
  • Established routines that promoted consistency and stability for children's development.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
  • Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.

Education

Monson Jr/Sr High School
Monson, MA

Medical Transcription Certificate - Medical Transcription

Holyoke Community College
Holyoke, MA

Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Bay Path Regional Vocation High School
Charlton, MA

Skills

  • Friendly
  • Reliability and trustworthiness
  • Approachable
  • Schedule management
  • Emotionally supportive
  • Toddler care experience
  • Infant care experience
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Childcare
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Active listener
  • Valid Driver's license

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Nanny

Rachael & John Kravarik
04.2024 - Current

Nanny

Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla
04.2003 - 08.2012

Monson Jr/Sr High School

Medical Transcription Certificate - Medical Transcription

Holyoke Community College

Cosmetology - Cosmetology

Bay Path Regional Vocation High School

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