Kira Donnelly Nanny
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experienced private nanny with over 10 years in childcare, specializing in care for infants, toddlers, and school-aged children. Proficient in newborn care, developmental activities, potty training, and homework support. Known for building strong, trusting relationships with children and parents while fostering individual growth and independence. Committed to providing safe, nurturing, and engaging environments for optimal child development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny/House Manager
Private Family (Ages 9 & 11)
Penn Valley, PA
07.2021 - Current
- Serve as the primary caregiver and household manager for a private family, overseeing both child development and full home operations with a high level of autonomy and trust.
- Coordinated daily coverage, managing morning routines, school preparation, after-school care, and evening transitions to support family needs
- Oversaw all scheduling and calendar management, coordinating school, extracurriculars, appointments, and family logistics
- Provided consistent homework support, structure, discipline, and emotional guidance, contributing to long-term development
- Streamlined errands and daily family needs, enhancing household efficiency and alleviating parental stress
- Acted as a stable, trusted presence in the home, maintaining structure and continuity in the parents' frequent absence
- Proactively anticipated needs, maintaining a smooth and organized household environment
- Maintained a long-term, trusted relationship with the family, demonstrating loyalty, discretion, and leadership over 6 years
Nanny/House Manager
Private Family (5 Months)
Villanova, PA
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Delivered comprehensive newborn care and household support for private family, facilitating smooth transition into early parenthood.
- Provided attentive care for infants, including feeding schedules, sleep routines, diapering, and developmental monitoring.
- Established consistent routines to promote healthy sleep patterns and overall well-being.
- Led early developmental engagement activities, such as tummy time and language exposure, to enhance cognitive skills.
- Coordinated transportation for enrichment classes, enhancing socialization and music exposure.
- Organized household items and maintained cleanliness throughout the home., including organization and light housekeeping, to maintain efficient daily flow and family routines.
- Cultivated trusted relationship with family, ensuring continuity of care as regular caregiver after au pair transition.
Nanny
Private Family (Ages 1 & 4)
Havertown, PA
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Guided toddler through key developmental milestones, ensuring preschool readiness.
- Led daily activities enhancing cognitive, social, and motor skills.
- Encouraged language development and creativity through interactive play.
- Implemented a consistent potty training routine to encourage independence. using consistent positive reinforcement.
- Designed structured routine promoting stability and healthy habits.
- Facilitated preschool transition, enhancing behavior and emotional regulation skills.
- Maintained clean environment to support smooth household flow for child care.
Education
Esthetician
Mitchell's Academy
Raleigh, NC05-2021
Skills
- Child development
- Routine management
- Structured routines
- Problem solving
- Flexibility handling
- Communication skills
- Emotional support
Timeline
Nanny/House Manager
Private Family (5 Months)
12.2024 - 09.2025
Nanny
Private Family (Ages 1 & 4)
01.2022 - 08.2024
Nanny/House Manager
Private Family (Ages 9 & 11)
07.2021 - Current
Esthetician
Mitchell's Academy