Judy Jagassar
Queens,NY
Summary
Reliable, trustworthy, and hardworking childcare professional with over 25 yearsof experience providing compassionate, structured care to children from infancy through school age. Skilled in creating safe, nurturing environments that support children's development while managing household responsibilities with efficiency and care.
Dedicated childcare professional with extensive experience as a Live-In Nanny for the Gelman Family, adept at fostering children's development through engaging activities and structured routines. Skilled in meal preparation and effective communication, I create nurturing environments that promote trust and emotional growth, ensuring safety and well-being for children of all ages.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Live-In Nanny
THE GELMAN FAMILY
04.2015 - Current
- Provided long-term, dedicated care for three children, beginning when the eldest was 2 years old; currently ages 13, 9, and 7.
- Experienced in caring for newborns, including managing the simultaneous care of two infants within the same household.
- Responsible for all aspects of newborn care, including bottle feeding, bathing, sleep training, diapering, and maintaining consistent daily routines.
- Created and implemented structured schedules to support healthy development and family consistency.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of children.
- As children matured, responsibilities expanded to include preparing nutritious meals and snacks (breakfast, lunch, dinner), assisting with homework, and maintaining healthy routines.
- Organized indoor and outdoor play, arts and crafts, baking projects, and reading sessions to foster creativity, learning, and bonding.
- Accompanied children to school events, extracurricular activities, and playdates, supporting social development and family engagement.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote learning and development.
- Coordinated meal planning and preparation, accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Managed household schedules, balancing children's needs with family commitments.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, adhering to dietary restrictions or preferences as needed.
- Maintained a clean living space by performing light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishes, and tidying up play areas.
- Created a positive atmosphere in the home that fostered trust between the nanny, parents, and children alike.
- Assisted parents in managing schedules and appointments, ensuring smooth family operations.
- Implemented effective bedtime routines that promoted healthy sleep patterns for both young children and teenagers alike.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding children's progress and concerns.
- Supported academic success by assisting with homework assignments and reinforcing school lessons at home.
- Developed creative solutions to keep children entertained during downtime while also promoting cognitive growth through stimulating activities like puzzles or crafts projects.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Cared for children when ill, administering medication as directed and ensuring a comfortable, hygienic environment.
- Performed household duties related to child care, including laundry, organizing and cleaning children's bedrooms and play areas, loading/unloading the dishwasher, and general tidying.
Live-Out Nanny
Christine Ferrero
05.2012 - 03.2018
- Hired to care for the family’s son when he began kindergarten at age 4, providing reliable support over a 7-year period on both a full-time and part-time basis.
- Picked him up from school daily, supervised homework, and provided safe transportation to all after-school activities, including the library, park, and scheduled playdates.
- Prepared healthy, balanced meals and snacks tailored to his needs and preferences.
- Supported academic, emotional, and social development through consistent care, structured routines, and engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Maintained clear communication with parents regarding daily routines, progress, and any concerns.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of children.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Live-Out Nanny
Daphne Montanez
10.2012 - 04.2013
- Provided attentive, nurturing care for a 3-month-old infant on a part-time basis.
- Responsible for daily infant care including feeding, diapering, bathing, and maintaining a consistent sleep and feeding schedule.
- Engaged the infant in early developmental activities such as reading, sensory play, and interactive bonding.
- Took the infant on age-appropriate outdoor outings to promote fresh air and stimulation.
- Accompanied the infant to medical appointments, ensuring comfort and accurate communication with healthcare providers.
- Performed all related household tasks including infant laundry and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Live-Out Nanny
Andrea Obioma
03.2011 - 08.2012
- Provided full-time care for two young children, ages 7 months and 2 years old, supporting their physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
- Responsible for daily routines including feeding, diapering, bathing, and dressing both children.
- Ensured the 2-year-old was prepared for school each day, put her on the school bus, and received her safely after school.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for both children, ensuring they ate on time and according to dietary needs.
- Read to the children daily and engaged them in age-appropriate play to support learning and development.
- Organized and supervised safe outdoor activities and playdates to encourage social interaction and motor skills.
- Performed general housekeeping and laundry tasks related to the children and maintained a clean, organized environment for the family.
Babysitter/Private Housekeeper
Geven Family
03.2008 - 11.2009
- Provided part-time care for two young children, ages 1 and 3, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured environment.
- Responsible for preparing nutritious meals and snacks, ensuring both children ate fully and on time.
- Handled household tasks including children's laundry and general housekeeping to maintain a clean and organized home.
- Managed daily transportation, including drop-off and pick-up from classes, activities, and playdates.
- Supervised and engaged the children during indoor and outdoor play, supporting social and developmental growth.
- Accompanied children to medical appointments and communicated with parents regarding health updates and routines.
- Organized creative arts and crafts projects to stimulate creativity and fine motor skills development.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Created a fun and educational atmosphere by incorporating age-appropriate games and activities that promoted learning while keeping children entertained.
Live-Out Nanny
Julie Parasram
01.2005 - 02.2008
- Provided dedicated care for a 3-month-old infant, focusing on nurturing development and maintaining a consistent daily routine.
- Handled all aspects of infant care, including bottle feeding, diapering, bathing, and ensuring proper sleep and hygiene.
- Prepared age-appropriate, simple meals and ensured the child was fed on time and in full.
- Engaged the child with early developmental activities such as reading, interactive play, and sensory stimulation.
- Organized and supervised safe outdoor activities to encourage healthy physical development.
- Accompanied the child to medical appointments and communicated relevant updates to parents.
- Completed infant laundry and light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and organized environment.
- Administered medications when necessary following parents'' instructions and guidelines closely monitoring any adverse reactions.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
Education
Liberal Arts And Sciences
Berbice High School
Berbice Guyana06-1986
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Creative play
- Language skills
- Music appreciation
- Newborn, infant, and toddler care
Age-appropriate developmental activities
Meal planning & nutrition for children
Sleep training & routine management
Potty training & hygiene support
Homework supervision & educational play
Social and emotional development support - Safety awareness
Childcare & Development
Household Management
Children's laundry & wardrobe care
Light housekeeping & home organization
Meal preparation for children
Scheduling & calendar coordination
Transportation to/from school & activities
Doctor’s appointment accompaniment
Communication & Interpersonal
Strong communication with parents
Building trust with children and families
Positive discipline & behavior guidance
Patience, empathy, and reliability
Experience in multicultural households
Other Relevant Skills
CPR & First Aid certified
Comfortable with pets in the home
Event and activity planning (indoor/outdoor, educational, and faith-based)
- Housekeeping
- Toddler care experience
- Homework assistance
- Arts and crafts
- Potty training
- Newborn care
- Household management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Good decision making
Accomplishments
Outreach for OUR LADY OF LOURDES PARISH
- Distributing non-perishable food at my local food pantry
- home visits to elderly patients to assist with shopping and housecleaning
- serve hot meals to families of children who suffer from cancer (Saint Jude hospital)
- assist in coordinating and planning special events
- Tutoring 5th graders
- Sunday School teacher
- Eucharistic minister
Timeline
Live-In Nanny
THE GELMAN FAMILY
04.2015 - Current
Live-Out Nanny
Daphne Montanez
10.2012 - 04.2013
Live-Out Nanny
Christine Ferrero
05.2012 - 03.2018
Live-Out Nanny
Andrea Obioma
03.2011 - 08.2012
Babysitter/Private Housekeeper
Geven Family
03.2008 - 11.2009
Live-Out Nanny
Julie Parasram
01.2005 - 02.2008
Liberal Arts And Sciences
Berbice High School
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