Kate Coykendall
Fairport,NY
Summary
Warm nanny with over 10 years of childcare experience, including more than 2 years of full-time nannying. Experience complemented by a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a focus in child development. Driven by a love for actively engaging with children's inner world and encouraging their unique interests and emotions. Provides peace of mind to families through great communication, and ensuring that children have a safe and positive environment to grow.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Tzimas Family
06.2022 - Current
- Maintained safe and fun-loving environment for a full day of care and child-centered activities for a now 10mo boy and 3yo girl.
- Balanced developmental needs of baby and active toddler including feeding, naps, play, hygiene, etc.
- Drove children to community activities such as the library, story time, music class and playgrounds.
- Provided developmentally appropriate guidance for toddler throughout her emotional and behavioral exploration, focusing on gentle and positive reinforcement.
- Nurtured infant from birth including swaddling, cuddling, feeding, putting him down for naps, singing and talking to him
- Supported family through transitions such as addition of new baby, potty training, sleep training, and all developmental transitions of early life.
- Light housework, such as sweeping, dishes, and cleaning up after children.
- Maintained communicative and loving relationship with family.
Family Babysitter
Carlson Family
01.2021 - Current
- Performed weekly babysitting duties including dinner preparation, playing, bath time, teeth brushing, and bed time for a 6yo girl and 4yo boy.
- Built close bond with children, expressing interest and love for each child's unique spirit over time.
- Encouraged siblings to communicate feelings, and regulate emotions in a developmentally appropriate way.
- Assisted with childcare on family vacations, including road trips and and air plane travel.
Part Time Nanny
Gavette Family
07.2022 - Current
- Supported a now 3yo boy's creative imagination with daily activities including art, singing, dancing, and pretend play.
- Cared for his 7yo sister during morning walks to the school bus, and occasionally on summer breaks.
- Drove child safely to and from school and to various community activities.
- Provided emotional care for this affectionate boy with lots of hugs, kind words, and hand-held walks through nature.
- Used a nurturing approach to help child through emotionally challenging transitions such as school drop offs, and caregiver transitions.
- Established close, trusting relationship with parents and children.
Volunteer
Crisis Nursery of Rochester
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Identified specialized care needs for children in highly sensitive positions, including family emergencies or placement after child endangerment.
- Incorporated socio-cultural thoughtfulness into communication with children and their families.
- Adapted to quickly changing environment with new children, volunteers, and nursery circumstances daily.
- Cared for children aged newborn to 17 years.
Babysitter
Various Families
05.2012 - Current
- Performed occasional babysitting duties for more than 15 additional families over the course of 10+ years
- Acclimated to different family cultures in each home
- Maintained safe and entertaining environment for an afternoon or nighttime of care for children aged newborn to 12 years
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. John Fisher College
Rochester, United States05.2022
Skills
- Modeling positive and patient disposition
- Highly receptive to children's needs and body language
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Proactive problem solving
- Nutritional food preparation
- Schedule management
Certification
- American Red Cross First Aid and CPR certification
- Drivers license
- Passport
- Strong swimmer
Timeline
Part Time Nanny
Gavette Family
07.2022 - Current
Nanny
Tzimas Family
06.2022 - Current
Family Babysitter
Carlson Family
01.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Crisis Nursery of Rochester
09.2018 - 05.2022
Babysitter
Various Families
05.2012 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. John Fisher College
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