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Rachel Ellingsworth

Plainfield,IL

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrollment Coordinator

YMCA Safe and Sound
08.2024 - Current

• Customer service provided to hundreds of families within our program.

• Created excel documents and many other strategies to be more effective in providing the best service to our customers.

• Handled enrollments of hundreds of children in our program.

• Worked as a team of other individuals to carry out large projects and to provide unified, high standard professionalism.

• Completed many large volume tasks often double checking other’s work for accuracy.

• Received excellent reviews of my overall work.

• Continued my high level work ethic and dependability such as always being on time, working late if needed to complete tasks, and treating co-workers and supervisors with the utmost respect.

• Skilled at handling disgruntled clients to reach a mutual ground to improve or eliminate issues.

Amazon Associate

Amazon
11.2023 - Current
  • Handled incoming calls from customers regarding orders or other inquiries.
  • Processed payments using point-of-sale systems.
  • Ensured compliance with company safety regulations at all times while on the job.

In-Home Nanny

Jovie Nanny and Sitters
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Planned meals based on dietary guidelines with consideration of food allergies or preferences.
  • Created an atmosphere that was conducive to learning through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Monitored television time according to parental requests.
  • Provided a safe environment in the home by adhering to safety standards while caring for the children.
  • Encouraged good manners among children by modeling appropriate behavior.
  • Organized age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
  • Transported children to school, appointments, extracurricular activities, and outings.
  • Communicated regularly with parents about their child's day-to-day experiences and developmental milestones achieved.
  • Developed and implemented daily activities for children such as reading, playtime, and arts and crafts.
  • Managed household tasks including laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, errands, and light cleaning.
  • Ensured safety at all times by monitoring the environment for potential hazards or risks.
  • Enforced discipline in a respectful manner consistent with parental expectations.
  • Taught basic hygiene habits such as hand washing and brushing teeth.
  • Maintained records of daily observations and information regarding child's activities and behavior.
  • Read books aloud to promote language development skills and imagination growth.
  • Promoted healthy eating habits by introducing nutritious snacks throughout the day.
  • Engaged in outdoor recreational activities with the children such as trips to the park or beach.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on individual needs of each child.
  • Assisted with homework completion and monitored progress towards academic goals.
  • Provided comfort when needed through hugs or words of encouragement.
  • Facilitated social interaction between siblings by organizing games or other activities.
  • Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
  • Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
  • Conducted nightly routines including bathing, story-time, and ensuring children are ready for bed.
  • Engaged in educational activities like reading and crafts to encourage learning and creativity.
  • Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
  • Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
  • Provided guidance and discipline in line with parental values and expectations.
  • Monitored children's behavior and reported concerns and milestones to parents.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet dietary needs and preferences.
  • Developed creative and educational games to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.
  • Administered first aid and medication as needed, ensuring child safety and well-being.
  • Collaborated with parents to establish and adjust behavior management strategies.
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of children's living spaces and play areas.
  • Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.
  • Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
  • Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
  • Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Negotiated conflicts among children, teaching problem-solving and communication skills.
  • Monitored playtime to prevent overuse of technology, television, or other influences.
  • Transported children to and from school, appointments, and recreational activities.
  • Transported children to and from school, extra-curricular activities and play-dates.
  • Managed daily schedules for multiple children, ensuring timely attendance at school and extracurricular activities.
  • Assisted with homework and educational activities to support academic achievement.
  • Managed children's laundry and wardrobe, including organizing and purchasing when necessary.
  • Supported children with special needs, adapting activities to meet individual requirements.
  • Coordinated playdates and social interactions to encourage positive social development.
  • Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
  • Facilitated outdoor and physical activities to promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
  • Implemented daily routines to foster a structured and nurturing environment.
  • Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
  • Provided direct-care services for children of varying ages.
  • Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
  • Took children to and from school and extra-curricular activities.
  • Led hands-on activities consistent with child's interests and skills.
  • Taught reading, arts and crafts and lap play to encourage intellectual development.
  • Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
  • Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
  • Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
  • Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
  • Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.

Amazon Associate

Amazon
04.2018 - 09.2021
  • Handled incoming calls from customers regarding orders or other inquiries.
  • Processed payments using point-of-sale systems.
  • Ensured compliance with company safety regulations at all times while on the job.

Private Nanny

Jessica Minski
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
  • Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
  • Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.

Education

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Illinois School of Professional Psychology
Chicago, IL
10-1999

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

North Central College
Naperville, IL
04-1996

Skills

  • Through my working years and 17 years as a stay-at-home mother of three, I have utilized all my educational experiences supplemented by my working experiences to gain a wide range of skills I learn quickly, am very reliable and responsible, and have a very strong work ethic that allows me to excel at whatever position I am working in I am friendly, outgoing, a self-started and motivated employee

Timeline

Enrollment Coordinator

YMCA Safe and Sound
08.2024 - Current

Amazon Associate

Amazon
11.2023 - Current

In-Home Nanny

Jovie Nanny and Sitters
10.2022 - 11.2023

Private Nanny

Jessica Minski
08.2018 - 06.2020

Amazon Associate

Amazon
04.2018 - 09.2021

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

Illinois School of Professional Psychology

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

North Central College
Rachel Ellingsworth