Merissa Bottoms

Private Nanny

Private Household

Nashville, NC

03.2017 - Current

Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
Administered medication according to parental instructions.
Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
Took children to and from school and extra-curricular activities.
Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
Met with parents to reflect on and plan for children's activities and development.
Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
Participated in professional development activities such as trainings or workshops related to childcare topics.
Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
Dropped off and picked up children from school and extracurricular commitments.
Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
Prepared snacks and meals, scheduled, and coordinated projects and reinforced appropriate discipline for children according to parents' specifications.
Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
Instructed proper hygiene habits such as brushing teeth or washing hands before meals.
Transported the children safely to appointments, social engagements or recreational activities.
Maintained 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.
Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
Posted parents' contact information and first responder phone numbers in case of emergency situations.
Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
Facilitated playdates between siblings or friends in order to foster social interaction among peers.
Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
Prepared meals according to dietary needs of the family's children.
Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
Sparked creativity and imagination by teaching children new ideas each day.
Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.