Jessica Maras
Mahopac,NY
Summary
Accomplished Private Nanny with a proven track record of fostering child development and emotional support across roles with 3 families and 14 years. Expert in educational support, creative activity planning and enhancing children's learning experiences. Renowned for dependable relationship building and innovative problem-solving skills, ensuring a nurturing environment for every child.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Downey Family
Bedford, NY
06.2020 - 06.2024
- 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.
- 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.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Private Nanny
Ragan Family
Ossining, NY
03.2013 - 02.2020
- 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.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school, extracurricular activities, and other events.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Private Nanny
Sue Family
Chappaqua, NY
04.2010 - 03.2013
- 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.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Encouraged social interactions through playdates, group outings, and community events.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
Education
Bachelors - Graphic Design
Cazenovia College
Cazenovia, NY05.2008
Skills
- Infant care experience
- Schedule Management
- Toddler care experience
- Activity Planning
- Reading and Storytelling
- Positive Reinforcement
- Emotional Support
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Social skill development
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Activities Planning
- Social integration
- School-age child care
- Potty Training Assistance
- Music and Dance Encouragement
- Homework Assistance
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Creative Thinking
- Child Supervision
- Meal Preparation
- Emotionally supportive
- Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
- Boundary Setting
- Praise and Encouragement
- Promoting Good Behavior
- First Aid
- Rule Setting
- Instilling healthy habits
- Regulating Schedules
Timeline
Private Nanny
Downey Family
06.2020 - 06.2024
Private Nanny
Ragan Family
03.2013 - 02.2020
Private Nanny
Sue Family
04.2010 - 03.2013
Bachelors - Graphic Design
Cazenovia College