Heather E. Allen
St Louis,MO
Summary
Compassionate nanny with rich background in child care and development. Possess strong skills in creating fun, engaging, and educational activities, while demonstrating priority in children's safety and well-being. Trusted by parents, with mutual loving affection for all cared children. Previously managed daily schedules including school drop-off/pick-up, meal times and recreational activities which led to smooth family operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny/Household Manager
Richmond Heights Family
St. Louis, MO
09.2019 - 11.2024
- Managed daily schedules for children aged 5.5 years and 3.5 years since their births.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Safely chaperoned children to gym classes, swim lessons, parks, playgrounds, school and music sessions.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Developed positive relationships with each child by providing nurturing care.
- Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Provided overnight care as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
Nanny/Household Manager
O’Fallon Family
O’Fallon, MO
08.2014 - 05.2019
- Fostered growth and development of twin four-year-olds, a two-year-old, and a one-year-old since their births.
- Created a positive atmosphere that encouraged growth, exploration, creativity and independence in each child.
- Supervised outdoor playtime ensuring safety at all times.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities including meals served, naps taken, outings attended.
- Assisted with potty training, dressing, bathing, feeding and overall personal care of the children.
- Helped cultivate healthy relationships between siblings through cooperative games.
- Transported children to school, afterschool activities, appointments. as needed.
Nanny/House Manager
Warson Woods Family
St Louis, MO
09.2008 - 08.2013
- Managed daily needs and activities of 16-month-old twins.
- Took initiative to plan fun outings such as trips to the park or library visits.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Encouraged good behavior through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Supported children's routines including potty training, dressing, bathing, feeding and personal care.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Provided overnight care as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
Montessori Educator
Montessori
Kirkwood, MO
08.2003 - 05.2008
- Jointly educated over 30 children ages 3-6 alongside two other lead teachers.
- Observed children's performance and progress in order to assess their abilities.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Coordinated frequent communication with parents regarding student progress.
- Established powerful and inspiring classroom culture where children had high self-expectations with strong self-motivation and self-direction.
- Used Montessori philosophy, curriculum and techniques to develop student's full potential and treated each child with dignity and respect.
Education
Montessori Teaching Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Chesterfield Day School
St Louis, MO05-2003
Maryville University of Saint Louis
St. Louis, MOEarly Childhood Care And Education
Southwest Missouri State
Springfield, MOSkills
- Child development expert
- Superior communication skills
- Infant, toddler, and preschool curricula
- Schedule management
- First aid and CPR certified
- Reliable
- Cheerful and energetic
- Patience and tact
- Toilet training experienced
- Light housekeeping (child’s laundry, meal/toy cleanup)
- Safety awareness
- Outdoor activities, arts & crafts, creative play
Hobbies/Special Interests
- Volunteer at APA St. Louis, MO
- Avid Birder
- Swimming
- Learning to play guitar
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nanny/Household Manager
Richmond Heights Family
09.2019 - 11.2024
Nanny/Household Manager
O’Fallon Family
08.2014 - 05.2019
Nanny/House Manager
Warson Woods Family
09.2008 - 08.2013
Montessori Educator
Montessori
08.2003 - 05.2008
Montessori Teaching Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Chesterfield Day School
Maryville University of Saint Louis
Early Childhood Care And Education
Southwest Missouri State
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