Mary Parnell
Fuquay Varina,NC
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a strong work ethic and a proven track record at Kati Gillikin, enhancing children's emotional well-being and language development. Skilled in managing routines and providing compassionate care, including special needs experience. Committed to fostering a safe, engaging environment while ensuring the well-being of children through reliable supervision and creative activity planning.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Rachel Englert
Fuquay-Varina, NC
10.2022 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules.
- Provided compassionate care during emergencies or illness, administering first aid when necessary and communicating promptly with parents regarding any concerns or incidents.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment, closely monitoring children's activities.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
In-Home Nanny
Kati Gillikin
Fuquay-Varina, NC
05.2022 - 03.2025
- Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
- Enhanced overall success in potty training initiatives.
- Engaged and supported development of a child with Down syndrome.
- Safeguarded children during travel by adhering to car seat safety guidelines and maintaining vigilance during outings.
- Provided overnight care during family vacations or business trips, ensuring a seamless transition for the children.
- Supported potty training process using gentle encouragement techniques leading to successful milestones achievements.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Babysitter
Amber Parnell
Holly Springs, NC
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harnett Central High School
Angier, NC06.2022
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Dependability
- Flexible scheduling
- Conflict resolution
- Toddler care experience
- Managing routines
- Housekeeping
- Activity planning
- School-age children experience
- Licensed driver
- Safe driving
- Creative problem solving
- Basic first aid
- Reliable transportation
- Special needs experience
Timeline
Babysitter
Rachel Englert
10.2022 - Current
In-Home Nanny
Kati Gillikin
05.2022 - 03.2025
Babysitter
Amber Parnell
09.2020 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Harnett Central High School