Olivia Davis
Catherine Pollard
New Bern,NC
3
years of professional experience
Compassionate Childcare Professional skilled in managing school schedules and extracurricular activities to foster a balanced environment for play and learning. Expertise in communication and activity planning supports child development while aligning with parent objectives. Strong organizational and multitasking abilities ensure effective handling of diverse household priorities. Committed to creating engaging, safe, and educational experiences for children of all ages.
Work History
Private Nanny
1 Year 1 Month- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety during playtime.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
- Organized educational games and activities to promote learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for children's play areas.
- Assisted with homework and academic projects after school hours.
- Developed strong, trusting relationships with children through engaging interactions.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
- Tutored students and supported homework completion.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
- Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
Camp Seafarer Nannie
3 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Private Nanny
1 Year 2 Months- Supervised daily activities and ensured safety during playtime.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to dietary needs.
- Organized educational games and activities to promote learning.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment for children's play areas.
- Assisted with homework and academic projects after school hours.
- Developed strong, trusting relationships with children through engaging interactions.
- Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Facilitated exploration of community resources to enhance children's understanding of their environment. such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Provided supervision and guidance to ensure safety of children in all situations.
- Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping, and light housekeeping tasks.
- Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of the family's children.
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
- Monitored behavior of the children to enforce appropriate conduct standards set by parents.
- Assisted with homework, tutoring and school projects as needed.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Provided positive reinforcement through rewards systems for good behavior.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning, and play.
- Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Monitored indoor and outdoor playtime by guiding activities while watching for dangers.
- Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
- Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
- Participated in professional development activities such as trainings or workshops related to childcare topics.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance.
Special Needs Nanny
4 Months- Assisted children with special needs in daily living activities and personal care.
- Developed engaging activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Collaborated with parents to establish consistent routines and behavioral strategies.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment during all interactions and playtime.
- Communicated effectively with children using appropriate language and techniques.
- Prepared nutritious meals accommodating dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Monitored children's progress and behaviors, providing feedback to parents regularly.
- Encouraged social skills through group activities and peer interactions.
- Planned age-appropriate activities aimed at developing skills like motor coordination, problem solving, language development.
- Collaborated with other professionals involved in the care of the child including doctors, therapists, teachers.
- Monitored children's progress, documenting changes in behaviors or physical abilities as necessary.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols established by parents and guardians while caring for their children.
- Encouraged social interaction between peers through organized playtime activities and outings.
- Educated families about available resources that could help improve quality of life for their child.
- Cared for children with physical disabilities by helping them move around and participate in recreational activities.
- Established trusting relationships with clients by demonstrating kindness, patience, empathy and understanding towards them at all times.
- Administered medications according to doctor's orders while also monitoring side effects or reactions to treatments and medications if any.
- Created a nurturing atmosphere that was conducive to learning new skills while encouraging independence.
- Assisted children with special needs in activities of daily living such as dressing, toileting, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to the family by offering advice and guidance on how to best manage their child's medical condition.
- Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
- Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
Education
High School Diploma
Some College (No Degree) - Forestry
Skills
Childcare management
Educational activity planning
Effective communication
Safety supervision
Homework assistance
Special needs support
Emotional support strategies
Relationship building
Emotional support
Cooking and meal preparation
Music and dance encouragement
Early childhood education
Special needs experience
Activity planning
School-age child care
Housekeeping
Behavior modeling
Social integration
Childhood development
Activities planning
Transportation safety
Toddler care experience
Laundry
Behavior management techniques
Child development expertise
Early childhood development
Reading and storytelling
Positive reinforcement
Positive discipline strategies
Manage behaviors
Arts and crafts
Enrichment activities
Basic cooking
Creativity and Craftsmanship
Teaching empathy
Prepare nutritious foods
Critical thinking
Active listening
Education and Training
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Timeline
Camp Seafarer Nannie
Camp Seafarer
05.2026 - 08.2026Read More
Private Nanny
Catherine Pollard
07.2025 - CurrentRead More
Private Nanny
Mandy Wright
01.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Special Needs Nanny
Jenifer Ratley
08.2023 - 12.2023Read More
Craven Community College
Some College (No Degree) from Forestry
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Craven Early College
High School Diploma
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