Maria Valadares
Warren Township,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and reliable nanny with extensive experience at a private home, fostering children's growth through engaging educational activities and effective schedule management. Bilingual in English and Portuguese, I excel in building trust with families while ensuring child safety and emotional development. Proven ability to adapt to changing dynamics and support family needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Time Nanny
Private Home
Short Hills, NJ
04.2022 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily activities and routines for children, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Developed engaging educational activities promoting cognitive and social skills.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding child development and behavior.
- Implemented consistent discipline strategies to encourage positive behavior in children.
- Managed household tasks related to children's care, including meal preparation and laundry.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
Live in Nanny
Private Home
Short Hills, NJ
05.2011 - 06.2013
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring children's safety and well-being.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote cognitive and social development.
- Coordinated schedules, balancing school, extracurriculars, and family commitments.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
- Managed meal preparation, adhering to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to foster positive interactions among siblings.
- Organized playdates and outings to enhance social skills and friendships.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks, adhering to dietary restrictions or preferences as needed.
- Maintained a clean living space by performing light housekeeping duties such as laundry, dishes, and tidying up play areas.
- Created a positive atmosphere in the home that fostered trust between the nanny, parents, and children alike.
- Administered medications or provided basic first aid when required, ensuring proper care of the child''s health needs.
- Assisted parents in managing schedules and appointments, ensuring smooth family operations.
- Implemented effective bedtime routines that promoted healthy sleep patterns for both young children and teenagers alike.
- Adapted swiftly to changes in family dynamics or schedules, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness in providing high-quality childcare services.
- Ensured children''s safety and well-being with thorough supervision during indoor and outdoor playtime.
- Managed behavioral issues effectively, implementing appropriate disciplinary actions in line with parental guidelines.
- Fostered emotional growth and social skills through consistent daily routines and clear communication.
- Established productive relationships with other household staff members, working in tandem to create a supportive and harmonious living environment for the family.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities such as sports practices or music lessons to promote well-rounded development.
- Communicated effectively with children of various ages to establish rapport and understand individual needs appropriately.
- Collaborated with parents on setting goals for children''s growth, tracking progress regularly through open communication channels.
- Supported academic success by assisting with homework assignments and reinforcing school lessons at home.
- Actively participated in family vacations and events as an additional support system for managing children''s needs while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Addressed any concerns regarding childcare directly with parents to maintain transparency in decision-making processes about the child''s welfare.
- Organized engaging outings to parks, museums, and other cultural attractions for enriching experiences.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Drove children to dance, cheer, and sports practices.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
Education
M.D. - Business Administration
Pontífice University
Goiânia,Brazil01-1998
Skills
- Friendly
- Reliability and trustworthiness
- Approachable
- Schedule management
- Bilingual in english,portuguese
- Housekeeping abilities
- Family support
- Grocery shopping
- Valid passport
- Patience and tact
- Problem-solving
- Parent interaction
- Creative thinking
- Child safety
- Regulating schedules
- Teaching empathy
- Self-confidence development
Timeline
Full Time Nanny
Private Home
04.2022 - 12.2025
Live in Nanny
Private Home
05.2011 - 06.2013
M.D. - Business Administration
Pontífice University