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Jaime Hamu

Jaime Hamu

Gurnee,IL

Summary

Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience as a Private Nanny for families like Jeanne and Dave Cleary. Skilled in activity planning and relationship building, I foster emotional support and social skill development while ensuring safety and well-being. Proven ability to create engaging environments that promote growth and learning for children of all ages.

Diligent Nanny with solid foundation in childcare and household management. Successfully nurtured and supported children through developmental stages while maintaining safe and engaging environment. Demonstrated organizational skills and adaptability in managing daily routines and unexpected changes.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

Cheryl Grisamore

I took care of twins 2 days a week starting when they were 5 months old. my responsibilities were feeding them, changing their diapers, and looking after them and helping them learn and grow.

  • Developed and implemented engaging daily activities to promote children's physical and cognitive development.
  • Created a safe and nurturing environment, adhering to safety protocols while supervising children's playtime indoors and outdoors.

Private Nanny

Deborah and Erik Oiler

I was a nanny for twins 2 days a week starting when they were 3 months old. My responsibilities were to feed them, change them, make baby food, do the babies laundry, take them on walks and engage with them as they got older.

Private Nanny

Jeanne and Dave Cleary
  • Managed meal planning and preparation, ensuring nutritional needs were met for children in care.
  • Established effective communication channels with parents to provide updates on children's progress and well-being.
  • Coordinated transportation for school drop-offs, extracurricular activities, and playdates to ensure timely arrivals.
  • Maintained organized schedules, balancing educational tasks with recreational activities for optimal child engagement.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.

Paraprofessional

Woodland District 50
08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted teachers in daily classroom activities, enhancing student engagement and learning experiences.
  • Supported individualized education plans by providing tailored assistance to students with diverse needs.
  • Collaborated with educators to maintain a positive classroom environment, fostering student participation.
  • Utilized educational technology tools to reinforce lesson objectives and track student progress effectively.
  • Supported teachers in implementing individualized education plans (IEPs) for student success.
  • Assisted students with diverse learning needs in classroom activities and daily routines.

Preschool Teacher for 3-4 Year Olds

Gurnee Park District
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance cognitive and social skills.
  • Fostered a safe and nurturing environment, promoting positive behavior among students.
  • Collaborated with parents to discuss progress, addressing concerns and celebrating achievements.
  • Assessed developmental milestones, ensuring individualized support for each child's growth.
  • Organized engaging activities that encouraged creativity and exploration in learning settings.
  • Integrated educational technology into daily lessons to enhance learning experiences.

Infant Room Teacher's Assistant

The Goddard School
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Assisted lead teacher in implementing developmentally appropriate activities for infants.
  • Supported daily care routines, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Observed and documented children's progress, communicating insights to parents and staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain clean and organized classroom settings.
  • Engaged infants in sensory play, fostering cognitive and motor skill development.
  • Adapted lesson plans based on individual needs and developmental milestones.
  • Monitored health and safety standards, promoting well-being among infants.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions during nap times and meal times, enhancing daily structure.
  • Enhanced infant development by implementing age-appropriate activities and lessons.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education.
  • Ensured overall health and safety within the infant room by regularly sanitizing toys, surfaces, and equipment.
  • Contributed to a positive learning environment by maintaining an organized and inviting infant room.
  • Collaborated closely with other teacher assistants to provide comprehensive support across all areas of the curriculum.
  • Fostered social-emotional growth by promoting positive interactions between infants during playtime activities.
  • Created visually appealing displays that showcased infant artwork and accomplishments throughout the school year.
  • Promoted language development through the use of songs, rhymes, and storytelling during circle time sessions.
  • Enhanced gross motor skill development by incorporating tummy time, crawling, and other physical activities into the daily schedule.
  • Provided one-on-one support for infants with special needs or developmental delays to ensure their success in the classroom.
  • Encouraged fine motor skill development by incorporating various sensory materials into daily activities.
  • Maintained accurate records of each infant''s progress and shared updates with parents during conferences or as needed.
  • Established trust with parents through frequent communication regarding their child''s progress and needs within the classroom setting.
  • Assisted with daily routines, including diaper changes, feeding, and nap times to maintain a consistent schedule.
  • Supported teachers in creating a safe and nurturing environment for infant care and learning.
  • Contributed to a positive classroom atmosphere by building strong relationships with both infants and their families.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Education

Adlai E. Stevenson
Lincolnshire, IL

Skills

  • Relationship building
  • Infant care experience
  • Schedule management
  • Toddler care experience
  • Activity planning
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Laundry
  • CPR training
  • Light housekeeping
  • Social skill development
  • Emotional support
  • Transportation safety
  • Household management
  • Outdoor play supervision
  • School-age child care
  • Cooking and meal preparation
  • Special needs experience
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Paraprofessional

Woodland District 50
08.2024 - Current

Preschool Teacher for 3-4 Year Olds

Gurnee Park District
08.2022 - 06.2024

Infant Room Teacher's Assistant

The Goddard School
11.2021 - 08.2022

Private Nanny

Cheryl Grisamore

Private Nanny

Deborah and Erik Oiler

Private Nanny

Jeanne and Dave Cleary

Adlai E. Stevenson
Jaime Hamu