Julia Finneran
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Experienced and nurturing caregiver with over four years of expertise in fostering children’s growth and development within home environments. Bilingual in Polish and English, with a strong foundation in child nutrition, health, and development. Skilled in creating a warm, structured, and engaging home setting that encourages independence, curiosity, and emotional well-being. Certified in First Aid/CPR, with a proven ability to manage the daily needs of children across a wide age range. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies, with a focus on early childhood education and development, dedicated to supporting the holistic growth of children in home-based care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mother
Myself
08.2023 - Current
Babysitter
Parents Of Children
Everywhere
12.2019 - 08.2023
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Cared for up to 4 children, ranging from 2 weeks to 8 years old.
Host/Server
Bonchon
Jacksonville, FL
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Served food and beverages promptly, with focused attention to customer needs.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret & PINK
Jacksonville, FL
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for the sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Server/Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
Doral, FL
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Bussed and reset tables to keep the dining room and work areas clean.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Assisted servers with specialty drink orders by preparing on-demand items without delay.
- Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
Head Waitress
Pizzeria RINO
Wroclaw, Poland
06.2018 - 12.2019
- Serviced customers with table orders, recommendations, and checks.
- Collected imported items from the warehouse and stocked the kitchen area with supplies accordingly.
- Addressed any concerns or complaints quickly to improve service.
- Transported all dirty glassware and utensils from the dining room to the dishwashing area for proper cleaning.
- Answered phones politely and promptly, accurately recording and confirming reservations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL12-2025
Associate of Arts - Dietetics And Nutrition
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL05-2022
Skills
- Bilingual: Polish and English
- Excellent communication and emotional intelligence
- Strong multitasking and time management skills
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- Patience, empathy, and resilience
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Professional understanding of child nutrition, health, and development
- First Aid/CPR certified
Accomplishments
- Dean's List (Fall 2022-current) 4.0 GPA
- The National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS)
- International Honors Society
- Quarterfinalist in "Poland's Got Talent"
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Polish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR/First Aid certified
Timeline
Mother
Myself
08.2023 - Current
Host/Server
Bonchon
03.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Associate
Victoria's Secret & PINK
06.2021 - 02.2022
Server/Bartender
Applebee's Grill + Bar
10.2020 - 05.2021
Babysitter
Parents Of Children
12.2019 - 08.2023
Head Waitress
Pizzeria RINO
06.2018 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of North Florida
Associate of Arts - Dietetics And Nutrition
Miami Dade College