Jennifer Allison
MN
Summary
Independent Nanny adept at taking initiative in creating child-friendly activities. Transports children to/from sports and activities on time with a snack, a smile and a water bottle. Maintain organized schedules with little parental guidance. Adept in caring for up to 5 children while preparing meals and managing personal, medical and educational activities for each child.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Nanny
Sarah & John
04.2023 - Current
- Cared for 4 children ages 9, 7, 4, and 2 (at start date).
- School pick-up. Transported all children to sports/activities.
- Kept children safe on their lake and taught swimming/ water safety.
- Assisted with housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared healthy meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Planned activities and outings for the kids - parks, libraries, berry picking, lake days, YMCA, scavenger hunts, and golf.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Took children to dental appointments, swim lessons, golf lessons, sports, piano, birthday parties etc.
- Cared for kiddos while sick and home from school.
Part-time Temporary Nanny
Molly & Todd
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Cared for the youngest 2 of 6 children - ages 3 and 9 months.
- Played outside, went on walks, took the boys to the park, storytime, played games, and soothed baby/ facilitated naptime.
- Prepared bottles, meals, and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Part-Time Nanny
Molly & John
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Cared for 3 children under 3 - mainly the 2 and 3 year old to help them learn and develop at home during the pandemic.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as keeping children healthy, safe, and entertained at home during COVID.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Summer Nanny
Nicole & Scott
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Cared for 3 children - 13, 11, and 9.
- Resolved conflicts between children using effective communication techniques that fostered empathy and respect among peers.
- Developed strong rapport with parents, communicating daily updates on their children''s progress and needs.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running kids to sports, activities, and day camps.
Family Nanny
Heidi & Jody
01.2012 - 05.2015
- Provided care for 3 children - ages 7, 4, and 1.
- Nurtured strong relationships with both parents and children based on trust, respect, empathy, and open communication lines.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Managed challenging behaviors calmly and effectively using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage self regulation.
- Supported families in maintaining household order by performing light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and laundry tasks.
Family Nanny
Kim & Dan
05.2010 - 09.2012
- Cared for 1 child - age 6.
- Provided swimming lessons and water safety instruction around pool and lakes.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Established open communication with parents for seamless coordination in children''s daily routines and schedules.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
Summer Nanny
Kerry & Dale
06.2007 - 09.2009
- Cared for 3 children - ages 13, 10, and 7.
- Managed the transportation of children to and from various summer camps, extracurricular activities, and appointments as needed.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive and nurturing care during summer months.
- Organized fun-filled outings for children including trips to local swimming pools, playgrounds, and amusement parks.
Education
J.D. -
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Saint Paul, MNBachelor of Arts - Communications And English/ Journalism
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, NDHigh School Diploma -
Stillwater Area High School
Stillwater, MNSkills
- Patience and understanding
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Reliability and Trustworthiness
- Approachable
- Homework Helper/ Tutor
- Semi-Pro Snack Creator
- Cooking and Cleaning
- Highly Organized and Efficient
- Active and Involved
- Kind and Relatable
- Strong Communication with Parents
- Team Player
Certification
CPR & First-Aid
American Red Cross Babysitters Course
Completed all levels of Red Cross Swimming Lessons
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Professional Nanny
Sarah & John
04.2023 - Current
Part-time Temporary Nanny
Molly & Todd
03.2022 - 06.2022
Part-Time Nanny
Molly & John
09.2020 - 12.2020
Summer Nanny
Nicole & Scott
05.2015 - 09.2015
Family Nanny
Heidi & Jody
01.2012 - 05.2015
Family Nanny
Kim & Dan
05.2010 - 09.2012
Summer Nanny
Kerry & Dale
06.2007 - 09.2009
J.D. -
Mitchell Hamline School of Law
Bachelor of Arts - Communications And English/ Journalism
University of North Dakota
High School Diploma -
Stillwater Area High School
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