Kendra Kaplan
WEST WARWICK,RI
Summary
Dynamic and self-motivated professional with extensive experience as a Professional Nanny for a private family, excelling in relationship building and early childhood education. Proven ability to foster emotional support and implement engaging activities, enhancing children's development and well-being. Skilled in schedule management and CPR, ensuring safety and nurturing environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Attending Graduate School
Capella University Online
Online
04.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Social Worker program.
Professional Nanny
Private Family
West Warwick
04.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety during playtime and outings.
- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to child's developmental needs.
- Maintained organized schedules for meals, naps, and recreational time.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child's progress and behavioral concerns.
- Assisted in implementing routines that promote healthy habits and discipline.
- Managed household tasks including laundry, meal preparation, and cleaning as needed.
- Adapted quickly to changing family dynamics and individual child needs for optimal care.
- Fostered strong relationships with families, prioritizing open communication and trustbuilding.
- Developed age-appropriate routines to establish structure in children''s daily lives, fostering a sense of security and predictability.
- Ensured a safe environment for playtime activities, closely monitoring interactions while encouraging independence and problem-solving skills.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Implemented stress-reducing techniques during transitions or new situations, ensuring adaptability in changing environments.
- Boosted language acquisition skills through interactive storytelling and reading sessions.
- Encouraged physical activity through outdoor play sessions or participation in organized sports teams.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Facilitated creative expression through arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and fine motor skills development.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RI05.2005
Skills
- Relationship building
- Infant care experience
- Schedule management
- Toddler care experience
- Activity planning
- Infant care
- Reading and storytelling
- Early childhood education
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- Laundry
- CPR training
- Social skill development
- Light housekeeping
- Transportation safety
- Household management
- Language skills
- Outdoor play supervision
- Activities planning
- Creative activity planning
- Early childhood development
- Behavior modeling
Timeline
Attending Graduate School
Capella University Online
04.2025 - Current
Professional Nanny
Private Family
04.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
University of Rhode Island