Quindlan Mace
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong track record of fostering safe, nurturing environments for children. Adept at supporting developmental milestones and creating engaging, educational activities. Known for effective collaboration with parents and adapting to meet changing needs. Reliable, patient, and skilled in managing multiple responsibilities while ensuring optimal care and well-being.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Jenifer Western
Independence, MO
10.2025 - Current
- Provided childcare support while keeping children safe during daily routines and activities.
- Planned learning activities that supported cognitive and social growth.
- Kept play areas clean and organized for safe exploration.
- Shared progress updates and daily experiences with parents.
- Followed daily routines that supported developmental milestones and personal growth.
- Adjusted care approach to meet individual needs and build comfort and trust.
- Arranged playdates and extracurricular activities to support peer interaction.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Supervised children during physical activity, learning, and peer social time.
- Organized activities that supported physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Drove children to and from activities using personal vehicle.
- Kept detailed logs of daily activities, milestones, and behavioral or health concerns during care hours.
- Maintained cleanliness across workspace areas.
- Daily chores all related to messes made while there and/or child related.
Private Nanny
The Wilson Family
Independence, MO
06.2025 - Current
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Transported children to and from activities and school using personal vehicle.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas, fostering a safe environment for exploration.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Private Nanny
The Olson Family
Kansas City, MO
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Healthy meals and snack preparation supported family dietary preferences and daily nutrition goals.
- Light housekeeping and errand support kept household routines running smoothly.
- Age-appropriate games, puzzles, and reading activities kept young children engaged and learning.
- Cleaned and organized playroom spaces after activities to maintain orderly home environment.
- Indoor and outdoor activities helped children stay occupied and active.
- Clear child-friendly communication supported understanding and positive relationships.
- Consistent, nurturing care supported children’s emotional well-being throughout day.
- Safe transportation to and from activities kept children on schedule.
- Structured routines supported developmental milestones and personal growth.
- Regular parent updates kept communication clear regarding progress and daily experiences.
- Clean, organized play areas supported safe exploration and play.
- Attentive supervision supported safety and well-being during daily child care routines.
- Developmentally appropriate activities supported children’s learning and engagement.
- Housekeeping assistance and errand support contributed to smooth household operation.
- Reliable transportation supported school, extracurricular, and event attendance.
- Nutritious meal and snack preparation supported healthy eating habits each day.
- Daily chores all related to messes made while there and/or child related.
Cosmetics Sales Associate
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio
Kansas City, MO
01.2022 - 03.2024
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate cosmetic products based on skin type and preferences.
- Maintained product displays to ensure an organized and visually appealing shopping experience.
- Conducted makeup demonstrations to educate clients on application techniques and product benefits.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals through effective communication and support.
- Executed inventory management tasks, ensuring stock levels remained sufficient for customer demand.
- Implemented promotional strategies to enhance product visibility and drive sales growth in-store.
- Applied merchandising and housekeeping procedures, adhering to corporate, and brand standards.
- Offered make-up tips and popular tutorials in alignment with latest trends.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing personalized cosmetic recommendations based on individual needs and preferences.
- Processed transactions efficiently while ensuring accuracy and adhering to store policies.
- Educated customers on proper skincare routines, makeup application techniques, and cosmetic product benefits.
- Assisted store management in maintaining cleanliness, organization, and overall appearance of the cosmetics department.
- Fitted wigs and managed selection process to match customer needs and desired look.
Private Nanny
The Cohen Family
Kansas City, MO
05.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Monitored dietary habits, preparing nutritious meals aligned with family preferences and guidelines.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Implemented routines that supported children's developmental milestones and personal growth.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas, fostering a safe environment for exploration.
- Provided attentive care for children, ensuring safety and well-being during daily activities.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Daily chores all related to messes made while there and/or child related.
Private Nanny
The Kurtt Dejong Family
Saint Joseph, MO
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Provided attentive care for children, ensuring safety and well-being during daily activities.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas, fostering a safe environment for exploration.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and daily experiences.
- Implemented routines that supported children's developmental milestones and personal growth.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Monitored dietary habits, preparing nutritious meals aligned with family preferences and guidelines.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Monitored screen time usage to promote healthy balance between technology use and offline activities in daily life.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Organized engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate educational components for cognitive development.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Assisted with homework and school projects, fostering a love for learning in the children.
Education
No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Northwest State University
Maryville, MOHigh School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Saint Joseph, MO05-2017
Skills
- Relationship building
- Infant care experience
- Schedule management
- Toddler care experience
- Activity planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- CPR training
- Light housekeeping
- Transportation safety
- Outdoor play supervision
- Activities planning
- Behavior modeling
- Safety consciousness
- School-age child care
- Potty training assistance
- Homework assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Special needs experience
- Cooking and meal preparation
- Structured routines
- Dependable and responsible
- Critical thinking
- Child safety
- Good decision making
- Multitasking
- Decision-making
- Emotionally supportive
- Age-appropriate recreational activities
- Teaching empathy
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Promoting good behavior
- First aid
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Self-confidence development
Timeline
Private Nanny
Jenifer Western
10.2025 - Current
Private Nanny
The Wilson Family
06.2025 - Current
Private Nanny
The Olson Family
06.2023 - 06.2024
Cosmetics Sales Associate
Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio
01.2022 - 03.2024
Private Nanny
The Cohen Family
05.2021 - 06.2023
Private Nanny
The Kurtt Dejong Family
04.2019 - 05.2022
No Degree - Early Childhood Care And Education
Northwest State University
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School