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Jennessa Gordon

Flagstaff ,AZ
Jennessa Gordon

Summary

Dedicated and reliable Family Babysitter with Louva & Fernando Brown, skilled in planning engaging educational activities and maintaining a safe environment. Successfully fostered children's emotional and social development through positive reinforcement and effective communication. Proficient in meal preparation and conflict resolution, ensuring a nurturing atmosphere for diverse learning styles.

Overview

2
year of professional experience

Work History

Louva & Fernando Brown

Family Babysitter
03.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Assisted older kids with homework, school projects and chores.
  • Administered medications by following strict instructions from parents.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
  • Communicated with parents regarding children's progress and development, raising any issues.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
  • Planned fun outings and educational activities to keep children entertained.
  • Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
  • Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
  • Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
  • Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
  • Documented children's growth and development.
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
  • Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
  • Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
  • Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
  • Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
  • Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.

Education

Flagstaff High School
Flagstaff, AZ

High School Diploma In Progress from Certificate Nursing Assistance

University Overview

Skills

  • Planning physical activities
  • Maintaining safe environment
  • Puzzle and game play
  • Administering medicines
  • Bathing and dressing
  • Meal and snack preparation
  • Age-appropriate routines
  • Routine management
  • Managing routines
  • Child monitoring
  • Reliability
  • Dependability
  • Allergy awareness
  • Social skills development
  • Monitoring screen time
  • Screen time rules
  • Decision-making
  • Cleaning and organizing
  • Language development
  • Personable nature
  • Meal preparation
  • Educational activities
  • Housekeeping
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Arts and crafts
  • Emergency response
  • Time management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Laundry assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Problem-solving
  • Basic first aid
  • Exercise and outdoor activities
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Playing puzzles and games
  • Keeping children safe
  • Meal and snack times
  • Follows directions
  • Homework assistance
  • Following directions

Timeline

Family Babysitter
Louva & Fernando Brown
03.2024 - Current
Flagstaff High School
High School Diploma In Progress from Certificate Nursing Assistance