Lydia Yacoub
Washington,Illinois
Summary
Energetic volunteer, offering outstanding telephone etiquette, social media and interpersonal skills . Well- trained individual with past experience working with children and elderly people. Punctual and dedicated to service. Smart and capable with compassionate heart. Highly organized with dedication to achievement. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven.
Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment. Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others. Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers. Creative Activities Assistant skilled at planning unique events and activities. Considerate listener utilizes residents' preferences to create fulfilling experiences. Celebrated for keeping activities budget-friendly.
Exceptional Nanny with experience supporting daily success and health of children of varying needs and interests. Versatile and adaptable in conducting errands, cooking, changing diapers and entertaining children according to parental specifications. Reliable and supportive member of house operations, assisting family as extenuating circumstances arise.
Eager Activities Assistant always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Anne Wilson
05.2023 - Current
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
Activities Assistant
Apostolic Christian Restmor
03.2022 - Current
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
- Liaised with community organizations to promote recreational activities.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to improve quality of life for residents.
Volunteer
Northwoods Community Church
01.2015 - Current
- Engaged in community outreach to aid program mission centered on community support and enrichment
- Assisted with special events or programs
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others
- Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Leadership Intern
Camp Invention
07.2021 - 07.2022
- Conferred and resolved education-related issues and problems with students, parents and school officials
- Facilitated development of program structure within classrooms to formulate and implement educational goals
- Communicated effectively with faculty and staff and accepted critiques and suggestions for areas of improvement
- Conducted peer-mediations between students to help resolve conflicts and reach agreements
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry studentsLYDIA YACOUB
- Washington
Babysitter
Tiffany Hunt
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development
- Offered age-appropriate, fun and educational activities for children ranging in age from one year to fourth grade
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills
- Communicated positively with children and guardians
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example
- Fostered close relationships with children by discussing school, friends and hobbies
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
Pet Sitter
Tiffany, Neighbor
07.2021 - 07.2021
- Exercised animals regularly with walks and rigorous play activities
- Managed pet safety and wellness in owners' absence by securing yard gates and removing items that could make pets sick
- Walked pets outside throughout each shift to prevent accidents in group play areas and on bedding
- Communicated professionally with pet owners via phone, email and text.
Volunteer
Midwest Food Bank
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
Education
BBA - Mechanical Engineering
Bradley University
Peoria, IL05.2027
High School Diploma -
Peoria Christian High School
Peoria, IL05.2023
Skills
- Client relations strength
- Administrative support
- Relationship building
- Administrative tasks
- Team collaboration
- Telephone etiquette
- Public speaking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Needs assessment
- Resident Engagement
- Critical Thinking
- Event Planning
- Activities Leadership
- Creative Activities
- Project Management
- Documenting Activities
- Arts and Crafts Planning
- Senior Activities Experience
- Documentation Skills
- Recordkeeping Skills
- Setting Up Activities
- Customer and Service-Oriented
- Work and Task Assignment
- Composure and Emotional Control
- Activity Planning and Coordination
- Scheduling Events and Programs
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Computer Proficiency
- Arts and Crafts
- Creative Thinking
- Active Listening
- Regulatory Compliance
- AutoCAD
- Specification Writing
- Relationship building and rapport
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Strong Work Ethic
- Number-savvy
- Advanced Mathematics
- Analytical Thinking
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- Task Prioritization
- Decision-Making
Languages
Arabic
Limited Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Nanny
Anne Wilson
05.2023 - Current
Activities Assistant
Apostolic Christian Restmor
03.2022 - Current
Leadership Intern
Camp Invention
07.2021 - 07.2022
Pet Sitter
Tiffany, Neighbor
07.2021 - 07.2021
Volunteer
Midwest Food Bank
10.2020 - 03.2021
Babysitter
Tiffany Hunt
02.2020 - 12.2021
Volunteer
Northwoods Community Church
01.2015 - Current
BBA - Mechanical Engineering
Bradley University
High School Diploma -
Peoria Christian High School