Isabella York
Marquette
Summary
Seasoned childcare professional with experience in fostering safe and nurturing environments for children across various age groups. Excelled in behavior guidance and safety management. Holds exceptional time management and effective communication skills, building lasting relationships with families and children. Known for reliability and a deep understanding of child development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Chelsea Ely
Marquette
01.2025 - Current
- Care for five children, ages ranging from one to seven.
- Assisted with waking up the children, dressing them for the day, providing breakfast, and preparing school needs for the two older children.
- Responsible for transporting children to the bus stop and daycare.
- Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
- Remaining alert at all times while caring for multiple children simultaneously.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Teaching good manners by setting clear expectations for behavior in various settings.
- Administering medication when needed according to parent instructions.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Babysitter
Christine Stearn & Dr. Joshua Ingber
Marquette
05.2022 - Current
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Cared for children under six and assisted with feeding, dressing, and daily activities.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
- Responsible for taking the children to and from school for extra-curricular activities.
- Greeting parents upon arrival home and providing updates on the day's events.
- Creating an atmosphere of fun that allows for occasional rule-bending within reason.
- Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
Waitress
Cafe Bodega
Marquette
04.2022 - Current
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Developed positive relationships with regular customers through friendly conversation.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Enforced safety guidelines for employees and patrons of the restaurant.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
Part Time Nanny
Dena Elansari
Marquette
05.2021 - 03.2023
- Cared for two children starting at ages five months and two
- Helped prepare meals for the children according to dietary guidelines set forth by parents or guardians.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with family by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Kept detailed records of each child's progress including meals eaten, naps taken.
- Maintained discipline in accordance with parents' instructions while being sensitive to each child’s individual needs.
Babysitter
Tracy Croley
Marquette
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Responsible for the care of one child under the age of ten.
- Organizing playdates with other children and providing supervision during outdoor activities.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with the child's interests and skills.
- Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play, and educational periods.
- Used organization and time management skills to multitask and keep the child on set schedules.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Marquette Senior High School
Marquette05-2022
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MISkills
- Childcare techniques
- Safety management
- Behavior guidance
- Activity planning
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Positive reinforcement
- Flexible scheduling
- Child Development Understanding
- Reliability and punctuality
Affiliations
- LIVE campaign for mental health awareness
- Marquette suicide prevention alliance
Accomplishments
Intern at Father Marquette and Marquette area public schools
Timeline
Babysitter
Chelsea Ely
01.2025 - Current
Babysitter
Christine Stearn & Dr. Joshua Ingber
05.2022 - Current
Waitress
Cafe Bodega
04.2022 - Current
Part Time Nanny
Dena Elansari
05.2021 - 03.2023
Babysitter
Tracy Croley
06.2019 - 08.2021
High School Diploma -
Marquette Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Northern Michigan University
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