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Nicole Harrell

Christina Smith
Folsom,CA
22
Years of experience

To find employment that allows for professional and personal growth.

Childcare professional with background in providing attentive and nurturing care. Known for creating engaging and educational activities that support child development. Highly reliable and adaptable, with strong emphasis on teamwork and achieving positive outcomes.

Work History

Family Nanny

2 Years 10 Months
Sierra Thompson | 12.2023 - Current
  • Supervised children's safety, maintaining attentive oversight during indoor and outdoor play.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks aligned with family preferences and schedules.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Taught children everyday skills and language.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
  • Supported children's emotional and social development by being patient and understanding listener.

Nanny/Homeschool Teacher

6 Years 7 Months
Christina Smith | 03.2020 - Current
  • Supervised children's daily routines, ensuring safety, structure, and consistent care
  • Planned age-appropriate activities supporting learning, play, and emotional development
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks aligned with household preferences and dietary needs
  • Coordinated school drop-offs, pick-ups, and extracurricular schedules with reliability
  • Communicated effectively with parents about behavior, needs, and daily progress
  • Modeled positive discipline and reinforced respectful behavior during transitions and routines
  • Adapted care strategies to meet changing family needs and children's developmental stages
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.

Nanny

8 Years 7 Months
Suzanne Alves-Tye | 03.2007 - 10.2015
  • Care and supervision of children now ages 21,19
  • Transport to and from school
  • Co Parenting duties and responsibilities
  • Coordinated transportation to school, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
  • Reinforced positive behavior, promoting respectful habits and emotional stability.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.

Dog Trainer

5 Years 2 Months
Carmichael Park and Rec | 04.2010 - 06.2015
  • Educate dog owners using Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Teach group classes of up to 10 students
  • Organize and lead Events

Lead Training Teacher for Infant/Toddler Program

10 Months
Childtime Inc. | 05.2006 - 03.2007
  • Train and Mentor Infant/Toddler Teachers
  • Plan and Coordinate Activities and Lessons
  • Care for primary group of 4 infants

Director/PreK Teacher

1 Year 7 Months
All About Kids Academy | 10.2004 - 05.2006
  • Supervise 4 staff members and 30 Children ages 18mo-6yrs
  • Oversee day to day operations while maintaining Safety and State Regulations
  • Purchase needed food and supplies. Prepare Lunch and Snacks.
  • Now Closed

Education

Associate of Arts - Child Development

American River College | Sacramento, Ca | 01-2003

Business Course on Leadership and Staff management 2004

Skills

Infant care experience
Safety awareness
First aid
Early childhood education
Toddler care experience
Household management
Newborn care
Potty training
Creative play
Educational support
Meal preparation
Emotional support
Outdoor activities
Homework assistance
Special needs care
Activities planning
Family support
Activity planning
Childcare expertise
Dependable and responsible
Creative thinking
Problem-solving
Critical thinking
Parent interaction
Early childhood development
Infant
toddler
and preschool curricula
Rule setting
Boundary setting
Behavior modification techniques
Computer use
Toilet training

Timeline

Family Nanny

Sierra Thompson
12.2023 - CurrentRead More

Nanny/Homeschool Teacher

Christina Smith
03.2020 - CurrentRead More

Dog Trainer

Carmichael Park and Rec
04.2010 - 06.2015Read More

Nanny

Suzanne Alves-Tye
03.2007 - 10.2015Read More

Lead Training Teacher for Infant/Toddler Program

Childtime Inc.
05.2006 - 03.2007Read More

Director/PreK Teacher

All About Kids Academy
10.2004 - 05.2006Read More

American River College

Associate of Arts from Child Development
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Other Experience

  • Recently I have been a homeschooling parent teaching grades K-3rd
  • Working with Special Needs and Learning Disabled children
Nicole Harrell