Kimberly Jolly
Howard Beach,NY
Summary
Professional childcare provider with significant experience in nurturing and educating children. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork and adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and effective in creating safe, stimulating environments. Skillful in communication, conflict resolution, and fostering child development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Nanny
The Greco Family
Oceanside, NY
05.2016 - Current
- Supervising, feeding, bathing, dressing, and providing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Engaging children in activities that promote learning and development, such as reading, games, and outdoor play.
- Maintaining a safe environment, administering first aid, and ensuring the children's overall health and hygiene.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Organized educational outings such as museum visits or nature walks, integrating hands-on learning experiences into everyday life.
- Managed challenging behavior effectively by implementing positive discipline techniques tailored to each child's temperament.
- Facilitated creative expression through arts and crafts projects, stimulating imagination and fine motor skills development.
- Implemented effective sleep training techniques that established healthy bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep quality.
Professional Nanny
The Lonergan Family
New Rochelle, NY
02.2012 - 05.2016
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene, and socialization.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Implemented stress-reducing techniques during transitions or new situations, ensuring adaptability in changing environments.
- Assisted with homework completion, offering guidance and support as needed to enhance academic success.
Professional Nanny
Jack Resnick and Sons
Rye, NY
05.2008 - 11.2012
- Providing direct supervision, ensuring the child's safety and well-being, and meeting their physical, emotional, social, and intellectual needs.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines. ( Allergy Awareness)
- Ensured a safe environment for playtime activities, closely monitoring interactions while encouraging independence and problem-solving skills.
- Developed age-appropriate routines to establish structure in children's daily lives, fostering a sense of security and predictability..
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Collaborated with parents on developmental milestones, sharing observations and discussing strategies for continued progress.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Education
Master of Science - Birth-second Grade/Special Education
Touro College
New York, NY12-2026
Bachelor of Arts - English
Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY05-2007
Associate of Arts -
Nassau Community College
Garden City, NY05-2005
High School Diploma -
St Francis Prepartory
Fresh Meadows, NY06-2001
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Behavior management techniques
- Creative play strategies
- Outdoor activity supervision
- Social skill development
- Emotional support techniques
- Child development
- Schedule management
- Safety awareness
- First aid certified
Workshops
- Child Abuse Identification (New Program): 4/01/2025
- School Violence Intervention And Prevention: 4/05/2025
- Dignity for All Students Act (DASA): 4/12/2025
- Fingerprinting completed
- Teaching Assistant Level 1(ATAS) Exam: 8/16/2025
Languages
American Sign Language
Elementary
Timeline
Professional Nanny
The Greco Family
05.2016 - Current
Professional Nanny
The Lonergan Family
02.2012 - 05.2016
Professional Nanny
Jack Resnick and Sons
05.2008 - 11.2012
Master of Science - Birth-second Grade/Special Education
Touro College
Bachelor of Arts - English
Molloy College
Associate of Arts -
Nassau Community College
High School Diploma -
St Francis Prepartory