Heather Harris
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Montessori Certified and professional childcare provider with solid background in nurturing and developing children through creative and educational activities. Strong track record in supporting family needs, ensuring safety, and fostering positive behavior. Effective in collaborating with parents and adapting to dynamic situations, consistently delivering reliable and compassionate care. Skilled in household management and assisting, managing routines, and maintaining clean, organized environment. Adheres to a compassionate an respectful approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Zelazo Family
Milwaukee, WI
03.2023 - Current
- Full-time care for a boy (aged 5) and girl (aged 2.5) full time
- Drive children to and from school and other activities
- Plan educational activities and outings, and maintain children's calendar
- Maintain and organize children's spaces, including bedrooms and playroom
Nanny
Cavan Family
Washington, DC
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Cared for 3 boys (4, 6 and 8) full time in North Carolina and Washington DC
- Assisted parents with transporting children to/from school, prepared meals, and provided overnight care
- Developed behavior management plans and strategies
- Supervised homework and activities related to school/daycare
- Reason for leaving: End of contract
Nanny/Household Manager
Neuer Family
Whippany, NJ
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Worked full time caring for 2 girls (12, 8) and 1 boy (10)
- Assisted parent with transporting children to activities and appointments
- Supervised classwork during quarantine for 3 children
- Maintained calendar and scheduling for children and household
- Reason for leaving: Pandemic, change in Family needs
Nanny/Family Assistant
Collins Family
Swanton, VT
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Provided part-time care for infant twins (4 months old)
- Counseled parents about developmental milestones and other best practices
- Established and maintained a safe environment for the infants
- Reason for leaving: Full time position
Lead Teacher
Children's House Montessori School
Columbia, MO
11.2016 - 07.2018
- Observed and prepared the environment for 2 and 3 year olds full time
- Maintained open & professional communication with parents, fellow guides, and Head of School
- Planned and implemented daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student
- Reason for leaving: Relocation for personal reasons
Teacher/Education Coordinator
Lots of Love
Columbia, MO
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Taught students, aged 2 to 5, in preschool classroom full time
- Communicated with parents, co-workers and administrative staff effectively
- Kept students on-task with proactive and positive reinforcement strategies
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and prepared students for kindergarten
- Oversaw lesson planning and classroom management strategies for peer teachers
- Reason for leaving: School ceased operations
Assistant Teacher/Teacher
Minor Street Children's House
Seattle, WA
12.2014 - 06.2015
- Assisted Lead Preschool Teacher with overview of students full time
- Helped maintain a clean and peaceful environment
- Promoted to Lead Teacher for Toddlers
- Reason for leaving: Family emergency
Teacher
Greenwood Garden Montessori School (In-home)
Columbia, MO
04.2013 - 11.2014
- Supervised assistant staff
- Applied Montessori philosophy for infants, toddlers, and Primary students full time
- Composed assessments, activity reports, daily records, and monthly newsletters
- Reason for leaving: Wage not commensurate with experience
Education
Infant, Toddler, Twos
North American Montessori Center
01-2014
Stephens College
01-1994
Skills
- Child development knowledge
- Health & safety awareness
- Effective communication and collaboration
- Creative activity planning
- Patience
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Organization
Certification
- Montessori: Zero to Three
- CPR/First Aid
- RIE: Nurturing Nanny
Timeline
Nanny
Zelazo Family
03.2023 - Current
Nanny
Cavan Family
10.2020 - 10.2022
Nanny/Household Manager
Neuer Family
09.2019 - 06.2020
Nanny/Family Assistant
Collins Family
02.2019 - 09.2019
Lead Teacher
Children's House Montessori School
11.2016 - 07.2018
Teacher/Education Coordinator
Lots of Love
10.2015 - 11.2016
Assistant Teacher/Teacher
Minor Street Children's House
12.2014 - 06.2015
Teacher
Greenwood Garden Montessori School (In-home)
04.2013 - 11.2014
Infant, Toddler, Twos
North American Montessori Center
Stephens College