Ruth Woolston
Nashville,TN
Summary
Dedicated Career Nanny and Family Assistant with over 15 years of professional childcare experience supporting children from infancy through adolescence. Experienced in private home childcare, household management, educational support, and creating structured, nurturing environments that foster emotional, social, and academic growth. Skilled in managing daily routines, developmental milestones, age-appropriate enrichment activities, transportation, and family logistics while maintaining open communication with parents. Recognized for reliability, adaptability, strong organizational skills, and building lasting relationships with families. CPR and First Aid Certified with an educational background in Psychology and Child Development.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Nanny & Family Assistant
Multiple Families
Nashville, TN
04.2016 - 08.2025
- Provided long-term childcare and family assistant support for professional Nashville families with children ranging from infancy through school age.
- Managed daily schedules, transportation, meal preparation, educational support, homework assistance, and age-appropriate enrichment activities.
- Supported developmental milestones, potty training, social-emotional growth, and positive behavior development.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities, appointments, family logistics, and household organization.
- Partnered closely with parents to create structured routines, encourage independence, and support academic success.
- Provided educational support and lesson planning during virtual learning, helping children remain engaged and on track academically.
- Maintained open communication with families with fostering safe, nurturing environments that promoted children's overall well-being.
Live-In Nanny & Household Manager
Miller Family
Sparta, NJ
07.2011 - 02.2014
- Provided full-time live-in childcare and household management for four children ages 2,4,7, and 10.
- Managed school routines, transportation, meal preparation, homework support, extracurricular activities, and household organization.
- Planned educational and recreational activities that encouraged creativity, independence, and age-appropriate development.
- Coordinated children's laundry, maintained organized living spaces, and assisted with family logistics.
- Organized playdates, birthday celebrations, and enrichment opportunities to support social development.
- Maintained consistent routines while fostering a positive, nurturing home environment.
Private Nanny - Infant Specialist
Mays Family
Murfreesboro, TN
2025 - 2026
- Provided full-time care for an infant, supporting daily routines, feeding schedules, naps, hygiene and developmental milestones.
- Prepared bottles, introduced age-appropriate solids, and maintained consistent feeding and sleep schedules.
- Encouraged cognitive, sensory, and motor development through reading, music, tummy time, and interactive play.
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment through constant supervision and age-appropriate safety practices.
- Communized regularly with parents regarding developmental progress, health, sleep patterns, and daily activities.
- Fostered emotional security and consistency through responsive, attentive caregiving and structured routines.
Assistant Manager
Discount Motors
Murfreesboro, TN
2025 - 2025
- Guided customers through financing options and vehicle purchases while consistently meeting sales goals.
- Managed collection accounts, payment arrangements, and customer relations.
- Coordinated communication with lenders, insurance companies, and customers.
- Assisted with daily dealership operations and performance standards.
Team Sales Associate
The Buckle
Nashville, TN
2016 - 2016
- Built customer relationships and consistently delivered exceptional customer service.
- Assisted with merchandising, inventory organization, and sales objectives.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain store operations and customer satisfaction.
Receptionist & Customer Service Associate
Randolph Tennis Center
New Jersey
2006 - 2016
- Managed front desk operations, scheduling, phone communications, and customer service.
- Assisted families, coordinated activities, and support youth programs.
- Developed strong conflict-resolution and relationship-building skills.
Events Assistant
Promo One
New Jersey
2010 - 2015
- Supported large-scale community events and festivals.
- Assisted customers, handled ticket sales, and resolved concerns professionally.
- Provided VIP guest support and event coordination assistance.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology
Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TNSkills
- Child development
- Infant Care
- Toddler Care
- School-Age Care
- Educational Support
- Homework Assistant
- Family Assistance
- Household Management
- Meal Preparation
- Potty Training
- Behavior Guidance
- Parent Communication
- Transportation Coordination
- CPR & First Aid Certified
- Special Needs Support
- Travel Nanny Experience
- Early Childhood Education
- Household Organization
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Deans List Recipient
- National Leaderships Society Member
- Over 15 Years of Professional Childcare Experience
- Experience Supporting Children from Infancy Through Adolescence
- Trusted by Professional and Dual-Career Families
- Live-In Nanny, Family Assistant, and Household Management Experience.
Certification
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
Timeline
Career Nanny & Family Assistant
Multiple Families
04.2016 - 08.2025
Live-In Nanny & Household Manager
Miller Family
07.2011 - 02.2014
Private Nanny - Infant Specialist
Mays Family
2025 - 2026
Assistant Manager
Discount Motors
2025 - 2025
Team Sales Associate
The Buckle
2016 - 2016
Receptionist & Customer Service Associate
Randolph Tennis Center
2006 - 2016
Events Assistant
Promo One
2010 - 2015
Associate of Applied Science - Psychology
Nashville State Community College