Kayla Houser
Union,New Jersey
Summary
Enthusiastic, detail oriented, and independent childcare provider seeking to assist families with all aspects of newborn care. Strong verbal and written communication skills, organized nature and proactive approach to solving problems and managing conflict. Educated and knowledge-driven professional, offering ten years of experience caring for newborns, infants, toddlers and multiples.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter Specialist
Nanny Heroes Agency & Consulting
01.2023 - Current
- Proficient in utilizing comprehensive screening methods, software systems and social media platforms to source and vet qualified candidates to meet the needs of our clientele.
- Focusing on building strong external and internal long term professional relationships with colleagues, candidates, and clients.
- Gathers data and insights from clients during telephone interviews.
- Implemented effective interviewing techniques and strategies to identify best candidates for each position.
Overnight Newborn Nanny
Nanny Heroes Agency
02.2022 - Current
- Collaborates with families in creating, managing and maintaining consistent care routines for their newborns.
- Exercises strong organizational and time management measures by utilizing structured care schedules overnight.
- Logs daily detailed data that records any abnormalities or deviations in behavior for family reports.
- Communicates effectively through the use of computer and cell phone data tracking software systems including Google, Apple, and Microsoft software.
- Maintains continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Provides basic educational services to parents and guardians on topics such as child growth and development and special needs.
Part Time Weekend Babysitter
Wyatt Family
08.2022 - Current
- Organizes and cleans up home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepares healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathes, dresses, and helps with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assists with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Transports children to and from their family home and various activities.
- Prepares healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Full Time Twin Nanny
Tahiri-Richards Family
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted first-time parents in the care of their infant twin girls, starting at age two months.
- Responsibilities included feedings, diapering, nap and playtime supervision, outdoor activities, children's laundry, meal preparation, bottle preparation and sanitizing.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and activity schedule.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Worked diligently with parents to monitor and establish healthy feeding routines with babies due to complications with severe Acid Reflux.
Full Time Twin Nanny
Steimer Family
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted first time mother and father with the care of their boy/girl twins, starting at age three months.
- Duties included diapering, feedings, bathing, bottle cleaning and sterilization, preparation of formula and breast milk, household laundry, organizing of baby products and clothes, and occasionally running errands and light housekeeping.
- Supported children in play activities both inside and out of the home, prepared meals based on Baby Led Weaning method.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support the children's social and emotional growth.
- Maintained a consistent level of flexibility for schedule changes, very often last minute.
Full Time Infant and Toddler Nanny
Knific-Goberstein
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Created a safe, fun, and developmental enriching environment for two children ages four months and two years old, some of which occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support the development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Engaged with children on an age-appropriate level.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and activity schedules for children.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Assisted parents in sleep training to promote safe and independent sleep habits for infant girl, aged four months.
Infant Teacher
A Child's Experience
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Cared for young infants ages six weeks to sixteen months old.
- Worked closely with other staff in caring for upwards of twelve children at a time.
- Exercised classroom management skills by delegating and performing daily cleaning, supervising, and record keeping tasks for other staff members while upholding all state mandated guidelines
- Adhered to weekly lesson plans that were created and distributed throughout the center.
- Promoted development of social, emotional and communication skills in infants.
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat and safe.
Lead Infant Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Planned and executed age-appropriate activities to promote sensory, fine motor, and gross motor development in children ages six weeks to eighteen months old.
- Developed and taught lesson plans on relevant children's themes to promote student interest
- Greeted parents and visitors in-person and via telephone calls daily.
- Received a promotion after nine months of working for this company.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
Assistant Infant Teacher
Westfield Little School
04.2016 - 10.2017
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Head Teacher
Angel Care - A Family Learning Place, LLC
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Promoted physical, academic and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
Education
Certificate - Foundation Practice For Nannies - Accredited
Global Nanny Training - Nanny Stella Inc.
Remote 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kean University
Union, NJ05.2023
Certificate - Child Care
Let Mommy Sleep LLC
Remote12.2022
Childcare
Texas A&M University
Killeen, TX08.2019
Skills
- Certification in Pediatric First Aid, CPR & AED
- Familiarity with educational, data tracking and scheduling software systems
- Excellent social perceptiveness and ability to monitor surroundings at all times
- Active listening and communicating skills
- Knowledgeable in newborn and infant care, feeding, hygiene, developmental milestones, age appropriate activities and sleep techniques
Timeline
Recruiter Specialist
Nanny Heroes Agency & Consulting
01.2023 - Current
Full Time Twin Nanny
Tahiri-Richards Family
01.2023 - 09.2023
Part Time Weekend Babysitter
Wyatt Family
08.2022 - Current
Full Time Twin Nanny
Steimer Family
05.2022 - 12.2022
Overnight Newborn Nanny
Nanny Heroes Agency
02.2022 - Current
Full Time Infant and Toddler Nanny
Knific-Goberstein
01.2020 - 04.2022
Infant Teacher
A Child's Experience
05.2019 - 01.2020
Lead Infant Teacher
Lightbridge Academy
03.2018 - 04.2019
Assistant Infant Teacher
Westfield Little School
04.2016 - 10.2017
Head Teacher
Angel Care - A Family Learning Place, LLC
06.2013 - 05.2015
Certificate - Foundation Practice For Nannies - Accredited
Global Nanny Training - Nanny Stella Inc.
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts
Kean University
Certificate - Child Care
Let Mommy Sleep LLC
Childcare
Texas A&M University
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