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Jandira Cajada

Philadelphia,PA

Summary

Experienced and dedicated private nanny with over 7 years of hands-on childcare experience supporting families with infants, toddlers, and young children. Skilled in creating nurturing, structured, and developmentally appropriate environments to foster emotional, cognitive, and physical growth. Proven ability to establish strong bonds with children and maintain open, respectful communication with parents. Expert in age-appropriate activities, sleep routines, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and household organization. CPR and First Aid certified, with a strong focus on safety, patience, and adaptability in dynamic family settings. Trusted for long-term roles and known for reliability, professionalism, and genuine love for working with children.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

Happy Little Paradise

Daycare Assistant
04.2024 - 05.2025

Job overview

  • Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas to protect kids, personnel and families.
  • Assisted in maintaining a safe and healthy environment, ensuring cleanliness and proper supervision of children.
  • Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.

The Pavon Family-Newborn | Toddler

Private Nanny
01.2023 - 02.2024

Job overview

  • Provided loving and attentive care for a newborn and a 2-year-old in a dual-child household, managing feeding schedules, diapering, and developmental play.
  • Assisted with postpartum support, helping the mother with breastfeeding, newborn sleep routines, and emotional recovery.
  • Organized a structured daily schedule for the toddler including morning learning activities, outdoor time, naps, and healthy meals.
  • Introduced toddler to early education through alphabet games, music, storytelling, and sensory play.
  • Supported toilet training with patience, positive reinforcement, and consistency.
  • Maintained a calm, nurturing environment during transitional periods such as the arrival of the new baby and adjustment in sibling dynamics.
  • Prepared bottles, sterilized feeding equipment, and ensured proper handling of breastmilk and formula.
  • Provided occasional overnight care to allow parents uninterrupted rest.
  • Handled light housekeeping duties, including children’s laundry, toy sanitation, and kitchen cleanup after meals.
  • Traveled with family on short trips, ensuring children’s routines were maintained in new environments.

The Sami Family - Toddler

Private Nanny
02.2021 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Supported toddler’s development by implementing age-appropriate learning activities focused on language, motor skills, and emotional intelligence.
  • Guided children through structured daily schedules including learning time, outdoor play, arts and crafts, meals, and rest.
  • Provided consistent discipline in alignment with family values to reinforce positive behavior.
  • Encouraged creativity through imaginative play, arts and crafts, dancing, and storytelling.
  • Assisted with potty training, dressing, feeding, and establishing consistent nap and bedtime routines.
  • Ensured safety and cleanliness throughout the day; conducted regular home safety checks.
  • Built strong relationships with parents through daily communication and collaboration on child development goals.
  • Occasionally traveled with family and provided overnight care during work trips or emergencie

The Oliveira Family - Infant

Private Nanny
03.2018 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Provided full-time infant care, supporting early developmental milestones including tummy time, crawling, babbling, and walking.
  • Helped with breastfeeding and bottle feeding routines; introduced solids following parental guidance and pediatric recommendations.
  • Maintained a safe, calm, and engaging environment, implementing infant-led activities that encouraged brain development.
  • Followed detailed care logs and communicated daily with parents about feedings, naps, diapering, and growth progress.
  • Offered overnight care and support during sleep regressions, teething, and illness.
  • Adhered to proper hygiene protocols, including sanitizing bottles, baby gear, and nursery areas.
  • Demonstrated sound judgment in emergency situations; CPR and First Aid certified.
  • Created sensory play stations and language-enriching activities including music time, story reading, and baby sign language.
  • Supported parents with light household tasks, errands, and occasional pet care.

The Lopez Family - Toddler-Infant

Private Nanny
01.2017 - 02.2018

Job overview

  • Created a nurturing, structured environment for both toddler and infant, promoting healthy emotional and cognitive development.
  • Designed and facilitated daily routines including educational play, outdoor activities, and quiet time.
  • Maintained open and ongoing communication with parents to ensure consistency in care, behavior management, and daily updates.
  • Assisted with developmental milestones through tailored activities involving language, fine motor skills, and sensory exploration.
    Managed bath time, teeth brushing, and bedtime preparation, ensuring a smooth nightly transition.
    Supported parents during dinner time by preparing meals and setting up child-friendly dining routines.
    Introduced gentle sleep training techniques and maintained a calm bedtime routine to improve nighttime rest.
    Maintained cleanliness and order throughout the home, including play areas, children’s laundry, and light housekeeping.
    Ran errands and handled grocery shopping as needed, ensuring household efficiency.

The Ferreira Family | Toddler & Infant

Private Nanny
07.2015 - 12.2016

Job overview

  • Developed a variety of indoor and outdoor educational and sensory-based activities to support the developmental needs of both children.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to each child’s age and dietary needs.
  • Guided children in learning routines like potty training, self-feeding, and age-appropriate independence.
  • Facilitated group play, sharing, and social skill building with other children in playdates and at the playground.
  • Ensured constant supervision and safety during all activities; monitored physical and emotional well-being.
  • Created a warm and trusting environment where children felt secure and supported.
  • Kept daily journals to communicate routines, moods, meals, and milestones to parents.
  • Assisted with organizing the home, including toy rotation systems, decluttering, and maintaining a child-safe environment.

Education

Lusofona University of Humanities and Technologies

Degree from Political Science and International Relations
01.2024

Jakob Marengo High School

High School Diploma from Legal Science
01.2016

Skills

Childcare & Development

  • Newborn, infant, toddler, and school-age care
  • Early childhood education & developmental support
  • Age-appropriate activity planning (sensory, motor, cognitive)
  • Language development through reading and communication
  • Toilet training and diapering
  • Sleep training and routine building
  • Nutrition and meal prep for children
  • Emotional and behavioral support
  • Special needs care (if applicable)

Household Management

  • Light housekeeping related to children (laundry, toy cleaning, dishes)
  • Organizing play areas and children’s bedrooms
  • Running errands and grocery shopping
  • Preparing family or children’s meals
  • Traveling with family and maintaining routines
  • Maintaining household cleanliness and child-safe environments
  • Supporting parents with postpartum care

Educational Support

  • Homework assistance and tutoring support
  • Creating educational games and activities
  • Arts & crafts, music, storytelling, and role-play
  • Encouraging independent learning and creativity
  • Promoting positive social interaction and sharing

Communication & Relationship Building

  • Open and respectful communication with parents
  • Daily updates and activity reports/logs
  • Building trust and strong relationships with children
  • Conflict resolution and behavior management
  • Maintaining professional boundaries and confidentiality

Health & Safety

  • CPR & First Aid certified
  • Knowledge of childproofing and home safety practices
  • Medication administration (if trained)
  • Emergency preparedness
  • Monitoring children for signs of illness or injury
  • Following hygiene and sanitization protocols

Professionalism & Reliability

  • Punctual and dependable
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing routines
  • Ability to multitask in busy environments
  • Calm under pressure and during emergencies
  • Respectful of family values and parenting styles
  • Long-term commitment and loyalty
  • Discreet and trustworthy in private households

Languages

English
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Daycare Assistant

Happy Little Paradise
04.2024 - 05.2025

Private Nanny

The Pavon Family-Newborn | Toddler
01.2023 - 02.2024

Private Nanny

The Sami Family - Toddler
02.2021 - 11.2022

Private Nanny

The Oliveira Family - Infant
03.2018 - 12.2020

Private Nanny

The Lopez Family - Toddler-Infant
01.2017 - 02.2018

Private Nanny

The Ferreira Family | Toddler & Infant
07.2015 - 12.2016

Lusofona University of Humanities and Technologies

Degree from Political Science and International Relations

Jakob Marengo High School

High School Diploma from Legal Science

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