LAUREN BENTER
Ames,IA
Summary
Compassionate nanny with extensive experience creating supportive and educational environments for children of diverse ages. Proven ability to design engaging activities that foster physical, emotional, and intellectual development. Adept at managing routine care tasks while adapting to the evolving needs of families, successfully nurturing strong relationships that enhance family dynamics. Passionate and committed to providing high-quality care and support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Stewart Family & Hoy Family
Marion, IA
06.2019 - 08.2024
- Organized daily activities such as meals, playtime, and outdoor recreation.
- Transported children to and from extracurricular activities.
- Scheduled naps and teaching children good behavior, such as respect and helping with chores.
- Administered the right medicine and taking care of children in case of injuries.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Interacted positively with children to promote mental and emotional development.
- Taught life skills, including personal hygiene and organization.
- Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities including meals served, naps taken, outings attended.
- Provided overnight care as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy of all family matters and information.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Managed logistics of children's daily life, including transportation to and from activities.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times for both child and family members.
- Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
Barista
Cafe Milo
Ames, IA
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Checked brewing equipment for proper functionality.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
- Created promotional displays for advertising special events or promotions at the cafe.
- Stocked customer service stations with paper products or beverage preparation items.
- Sliced fruits, vegetables and meats for use in food service.
- Supported highest standards of conduct and service to support company reputation.
- Managed cash register and processed transactions with accuracy and integrity.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
Physical Therapist Shadow Experience
Trilogy Physical Therapy
Ames, IA
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Observed patients during treatments to monitor safety, comfort levels and response to interventions.
- Assisted patients with removing clothing and supportive devices before appointments.
- Monitored patient progress for signs of improvement or decline in condition.
- Conducted precise assessments of patient condition and functional abilities.
- Assisted physical therapists in developing treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained professional demeanor at all times while interacting with other healthcare providers, staff members and patients.
- Set up equipment for various types of physical therapy treatments.
- Cleaned and organized work area and disinfected equipment after treatment to maintain cleanliness and presentation of establishment.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and maintaining records.
- Taught patients proper use of wheelchairs, braces, canes, crutches and prosthetic devices.
- Educated family members about home programs that may be used between visits.
- Cleaned treatment rooms after each use and maintained supplies in an organized manner.
- Assisted patients with exercises, stretches and other physical therapy techniques to help improve strength, mobility and balance.
- Sat in on appointments with head therapist and recorded progress, measurements and notes for future reference.
- Demonstrated safe lifting principles when assisting patients into position for exercise or transferring them from one surface to another.
- Maintained patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Cleaned therapy equipment following each appointment to achieve sanitary regulations.
Volunteer Coach
Ames Parks and Recreation
Ames, IA
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained records of team standings, scores, wins and losses, and individual player stats throughout the season.
- Coordinated and executed strategic game plans to secure wins in competitive environments for 5th - 6th grade boys.
- Reviewed plays with players before practice sessions to ensure understanding of concepts taught in previous session.
- Ran drills and fitness circuits to improve athletes' coordination and skills.
- Analyzed player performance and game footage to identify areas for improvement and strategic adjustments.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among team members to maintain a cohesive unit.
- Fostered a positive team environment, emphasizing teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship.
- Led team conditioning and skill development sessions to improve physical fitness and on-court skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2025
High School Diploma -
Linn-Mar High School
Marion05-2021
Skills
- Patient care
- Treatment planning
- Patient assessment
- Behavior management techniques
- Activity planning
- Household management
- Task prioritization
- Discipline Techniques
- Schedule management
- Organizational skills
Accomplishments
- GPA: 3.9
- Summa Cum Laude
- Dean's List all 8 semesters; top 1.5% of graduating class
Affiliations
- Kinesiology/Physical Therapy Club
- YMCA Girls Power Club
- Received Forever Scholar all 4 years
Timeline
Barista
Cafe Milo
07.2023 - 01.2024
Physical Therapist Shadow Experience
Trilogy Physical Therapy
05.2023 - 07.2023
Volunteer Coach
Ames Parks and Recreation
10.2022 - 12.2022
Private Nanny
Stewart Family & Hoy Family
06.2019 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Iowa State University
High School Diploma -
Linn-Mar High School
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