Megan Freesmeier
Ballwin,MO
Summary
Compassionate professional in child care, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in early childhood development, behavior management techniques, and educational activity planning. Excel using empathy, communication, and patience to foster trusting relationships with children and parents alike.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Nanny
Collier Family
Wildwood, MO
05.2024 - Current
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Researched food allergies to understand and provide care and oversight.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs and preferences.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Developed and implemented daily activities for children such as reading, playtime, and arts and crafts.
- Provided comfort when needed through hugs or words of encouragement.
- Planned meals based on dietary guidelines with consideration of food allergies or preferences.
- Cared for infants by changing diapers, preparing bottles, monitoring sleep patterns, and providing emotional support.
- Kept detailed daily logs and reports for parents on children's progress and activities.
- Administered first aid and medication as needed, ensuring child safety and well-being.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Assistant Teacher
Christian School For The Young Years
Cape Girardeau, MO
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Supervised small group activities.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Assisted children at mealtime to teach social and self-help skills and sound nutritional practices.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Assisted classroom teacher in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers, or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss students' progress and areas requiring improvement.
- Helped maintain a safe and orderly learning environment.
- Led students through safety procedures for active shooter and fire drills.
Assistant Teacher
Lakeside Children's Academy
Valley Park, MO
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development.
- Supervised small group activities.
- Promoted a cooperative learning environment that encourages collaboration among students.
- Prepared reports on student performance for administrators.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Facilitated communication between families and school personnel about issues relating to students' academic progress.
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance.
In-Home Nanny
bryson family
Fenton, MO
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Ensured safety at all times by monitoring the environment for potential hazards or risks.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Researched food allergies to understand and provide care and oversight.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs and preferences.
- Developed creative and educational games to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
Education
Business Administration
Southeast Missouri State University
Cape Girardeau, MO12-2024
Skills
- Infant care expertise
- Child development
- Professionalism and discretion
- Patience and tact
- Strong work ethic
- Toddler engagement techniques
- Reliability and punctuality
- Effective communication techniques
- Managing multiple priorities
- Conflict mediation
Timeline
In-Home Nanny
Collier Family
05.2024 - Current
Assistant Teacher
Christian School For The Young Years
07.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Teacher
Lakeside Children's Academy
05.2022 - 08.2022
In-Home Nanny
bryson family
05.2020 - 08.2020
Business Administration
Southeast Missouri State University