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Work History
Education
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Paige Nelson

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Childcare professional with extensive experience in child development and creative play. Demonstrated success in fostering a love of learning through engaging activities while managing schedules and maintaining communication with parents. Proficient in safety protocols and time management, ensuring a nurturing environment for children.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Private Nanny

Care.com
Indianapolis, IN
01.2020 - 07.2023
  • Created a safe, stimulating environment through implementation of age-appropriate activities.
  • Supervised outdoor play to enhance children's physical and social development.
  • Managed schedules effectively to facilitate children's participation in after-school activities.
  • Maintained regular communication with parents regarding children's progress and challenges.
  • Promoted a love of learning using interactive educational activities to foster curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Conducted daily meetings with parents to discuss activities, positive developments, and concerns.

Childcare Provider

Care.com
Indianapolis, IN
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
  • Assisted with feeding infants and toddlers during meal times.
  • Engaged in creative play activities that promoted language development, physical activity and problem solving skills.
  • Helped develop motor skills through active playtime activities like running, jumping.
  • Maintained a clean and organized play area.
  • Taught basic skills such as personal hygiene, social manners and appropriate behavior.
  • Ensured cleanliness of classroom areas including toys, furniture, materials.

Co Manager

Gordmans
Fort Wayne, IN
10.2018 - 03.2019
  • Created visually appealing merchandise displays, resulting in increased store sales.
  • Trained team members to implement effective strategies for achieving operational and sales targets.
  • Oversaw financial management tasks including budget planning, expense tracking, and payroll administration.
  • Monitored market trends and competitor activities, adjusting strategies to maintain competitive advantage.
  • Implemented loss prevention measures to effectively reduce shrinkage rates within the store.

Insurance Producer

Snider Insurance Group
Fort Wayne, IN
04.2018 - 10.2018
  • Generated leads through cold-calling, networking, and various outreach methods.
  • Leveraged CRM software to track cold leads and manage client contacts efficiently.
  • Identified new targets and developed business opportunities to present product lines.
  • Established trust with clients through transparent communication regarding policy options.
  • Reviewed services with existing customers to expand sales opportunities.
  • Achieved or exceeded defined sales quotas consistently.

Associate Manager

The Limited
Leawood, KS
05.2014 - 01.2017
  • Delivered superior customer service by swiftly addressing requests and concerns.
  • Implemented innovative sales techniques to enhance productivity and align with client values.
  • Supported recruitment efforts through interviewing and onboarding to ensure adequate staffing levels.
  • Utilized data analytics to inform decisions and drive business improvements.
  • Enhanced employee performance and job satisfaction to bolster retention and engagement.

Part Time Nanny

Care.com
Olathe, KS
12.2013 - 05.2014
  • Transported children to school, activities, and appointments as needed.
  • Supervised and guided activities to maintain a safe environment for children.
  • Researched engaging and beneficial places or activities for children.
  • Prepared meals according to dietary guidelines established by parents.

Swim Instructor

Elite Gymnastics & Aquatics
Lenexa, KS
03.2012 - 11.2013
  • Tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs.
  • Instructed basic survival skills, including floating and treading water.
  • Performed regular safety checks on facility, monitoring chemical levels in pool water.
  • Enforced pool rules and regulations among all swimmers.
  • Developed effective strategies to address challenging behaviors during lessons.
  • Provided comprehensive swimming instruction for individuals and groups across all age ranges.

Special Needs Caregiver

Another Day Inc.
Olathe, KS
05.2013 - 08.2013
  • Utilized nonverbal communication to direct, comfort, and encourage individuals.
  • Collaborated with mother to address behavioral concerns and develop effective solutions.
  • Encouraged independence and self-advocacy among clients through positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Created a supportive environment where clients felt safe expressing themselves without fear of judgement or ridicule.
  • Assisted individuals with daily activities such as dressing, eating, and hygiene.
  • Organized therapeutic activities like swimming to promote goals in communication, mobility, and behavior management.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Mid-America Nazarene University
Olathe, KS

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Indiana University Purdue University
Indianapolis

Skills

  • Child development
  • Meal preparation
  • Safety protocols
  • Time management
  • Creative play
  • Activity planning
  • Motivational techniques
  • Light housekeeping

Certification

  • Licensed Resident Life Insurance Producer

Accomplishments

  • AVID All Star.
  • National Cheerleader's Association Top All American.
  • Moved into a lead instructing position within 10 months at elite gymnastics and aquatics
  • Facilitated one-on-one assistance for swim students with special needs.
  • Moved into a management position at The Limited within 5 months of employment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Private Nanny

Care.com
01.2020 - 07.2023

Co Manager

Gordmans
10.2018 - 03.2019

Insurance Producer

Snider Insurance Group
04.2018 - 10.2018

Childcare Provider

Care.com
01.2017 - 01.2020

Associate Manager

The Limited
05.2014 - 01.2017

Part Time Nanny

Care.com
12.2013 - 05.2014

Special Needs Caregiver

Another Day Inc.
05.2013 - 08.2013

Swim Instructor

Elite Gymnastics & Aquatics
03.2012 - 11.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration

Mid-America Nazarene University

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Indiana University Purdue University

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