Mairead Sidlauskas
West Roxbury,MA
Summary
Energetic and reliable childcare professional with history of entertaining, teaching and protecting children. Follows parents' wishes with care and looks for opportunities to engage children in fun and learning-focused opportunities, helping them reach full potential.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
The Eagle Family
Brookline, MA
06.2022 - Current
- Cultivated trusting and lasting relationships with the family members as I provided a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
- Created a culture of prioritizing outdoor and technology-free play over excessive screen time.
- Ensured a secure environment for children and their multiple friends during after-school gatherings.
Preschool and Special Education Paraprofefessional
Brookline Early Education Program (BEEP)
Brookline, MA
09.2021 - Current
- Contributed to the development of interactive learning environment by arranging appropriate educational materials for children aged 2.9-5 years, including special needs students.
- Executed diverse activities promoting children's creativity, while fostering their physical and social development.
- Promoted a safe and positive environment for children by building strong connections through one-on-one interaction.
- Assisted with physical care needs such as feeding or toileting when necessary.
- Provided additional support and guidance to students requiring physical or behavioral assistance during school day.
- Skilled at seamlessly transitioning into the responsibilities of the head teacher to uphold familiarity and productivity for students in the event of absence.
- Contributed to the development of important social skills through participation in various cooperative play activities.
- Assisted preschoolers with personal care needs, as well as emotional needs.
- Sustained cleanliness and orderliness in the classroom throughout whole day
Private Babysitter/Private Nanny
The Deland Family
West Roxbury, MA
01.2016 - 12.2023
- Developed a nurturing relationship with each child, valuing their individuality and fostering a healthy and productive babysitter-child dynamic
- Formed close and lasting friendships with parents through providing respectful, understanding, and trustworthy care for their children.
- Engaged in various outdoor activities to promote screen-free environment and planned group outings to nearby parks/libraries for increased social interaction.
- Helped solve conflicts and created a calm atmosphere when children dealt with stress and strong emotions.
- Used organization and time management skills to multitask and keep children on set schedules.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as tidying up toys or washing dishes used during meal preparation.
Private Nanny
The Evans Family
Needham, MA
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided support in various daily activities including dressing, bathing, and feeding for children.
- Actively monitored and participated in the children's playtime to ensure safety and wellbeing.
- Practiced developmental activities promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
- Promoted positive relationships by providing caring support to both children and their families.
- Managed discipline in alignment with parent expectations, taking into account the individual preferences and requirements of each child.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry, meal preparation and cleaning.
- Safely transported both toddler and infant from school daily
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Roche Community Center
West Roxbury, MA
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Acquired essential knowledge and abilities for fostering a respectful, safe, and trusting environment for young children
- Provided personal support, small group instruction, and hands-on activities when necessary to enhance learning experience.
- Supported small group instruction by helping students understand instructions and complete tasks independently when possible.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mount Alvernia High School
Newton05-2018
Skills
- Child development knowledge
- Special Education Support
- Parent Communication
- Social-emotional learning
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Valid Driver's License
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- First-aid and CPR
- Conflict Resolution
- Special Needs Care
- Meal and snack preparation
- Schedule Management
- Dependable
- People-oriented
- Cheerful and energetic
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Nanny
The Eagle Family
06.2022 - Current
Preschool and Special Education Paraprofefessional
Brookline Early Education Program (BEEP)
09.2021 - Current
Private Nanny
The Evans Family
04.2021 - 01.2022
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
Roche Community Center
10.2020 - 06.2021
Private Babysitter/Private Nanny
The Deland Family
01.2016 - 12.2023
High School Diploma -
Mount Alvernia High School