Raquel Martins Rodrigues
Daly City,CA
Summary
Organized childcare professional adept at staying organized and managing hectic schedules. Adheres to kind and compassionate approach when dealing with discipline issues. Career history serving individual families with multiple children in both live-in and live-out scenarios.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Assistant
Warner Family
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Ages: 6 years old and 8 years old
- Short-term position agreement
- Assisted with daily household tasks for a smoother family routine, including meal preparation and laundry duties.
- Coordinated children''s extracurricular activities to ensure their timely arrival and participation in various events.
- Developed strong relationships with children through active listening, empathy, and patience, creating a trusting bond within the family unit.
- Devised creative learning opportunities for children with engaging indoor and outdoor activities tailored to their interests and developmental needs.
- Supported busy parents with personal errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning pick-ups, or appointment scheduling.
- Oversaw after-school activities arrangement for kids'' engagement and well-rounded development.
- Provided timely transportation assistance for children to and from school, appointments, or special events, ensuring punctuality and safety.
Night Nanny, Eventually Baby-sitter
Bonse Family
09.2023 - Current
- Age: 2 weeks old
- Improved infant sleep patterns by implementing consistent bedtime routines and sleep training techniques.
- Enhanced family satisfaction by providing regular updates on the child''s nighttime progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Ensured a safe environment for children by following strict hygiene practices, including sanitizing toys and surfaces regularly.
Eventually Baby-sitter
Tammy & Andrew
09.2023 - Current
- Age: 6 months old
- Improved child safety by vigilantly monitoring play areas and consistently enforcing rules..
- Assisted in developing self-confidence with age-appropriate responsibilities and chores.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
Nanny, Eventually Baby-sitter
Pierce Family
02.2022 - Current
- Ages: 4 years old and 1/10 months old
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Light House Cleaner in the Evenings
Altman Family
12.2021 - Current
- Created spotless surfaces by dusting, sweeping, vacuuming and mopping.
- Mopped hardwood, laminate, ceramic, vinyl, glass and wood surfaces.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Delivered quality customer service to address urgent needs and cleaning requests.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
Mother's Helper
Lim Family
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Ages: 2 years old and 2 months old
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Completed household tasks by assisting with laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients.
Nanny
Che Family
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Age: 5 years old
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
Babysitter
Arwady Family
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Ages: 1/5 years old and 6 months old
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Nanny
Foster Family
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Age: 7 weeks old
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Taught children everyday skills and language.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
Share Nanny
Rodger Family
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Age: 4 months old
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Nanny
Buono Family
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Age: 4 months old
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Nanny
Scott Family
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Age: 6 months old
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
Part Time Nanny
Thomas Family
05.2024 - Current
- Age: 6 months
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
Education
The Newborn Care Training Academy
United States Of America Montessori Technical
Instituto Maria Montessori - Portugal
Portugal07.2022
Doula -
Cornerstone
San Francisco, CA02.2022
Baby Sleep Consultant
United States Of America 07.2021
Bachelor Of Accountancy - Financial Planning And Services
IPOG - Instituto De Pós Graduação
Brazil 2012
Skills
- Running Errands
- Behavior Modeling
- Schedule Creation
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Safe Transporting
- Arts and Crafts
- Childcare Techniques
- Potty Training
- First Aid
- Emotionally Supportive
- Structural Limits
- Creating Good Habits
- Self-Confidence Development
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Formula Feeding
- Grocery Shopping
- Healthy Meals and Snacks
- Bathing and Dressing
- Newborn Care
- Child Supervision
- Playground Safety
- Computer Use
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Daily Progress Reports
- Ironing Clothing
- Practicing Music
- Teaching Empathy
- School Transportation
- Daily Logs
- Behavioral Disorders
- Homework Help
- Google Calendar
- Montessori Certificated
- Infant, Toddler and Preschool Curricula
- Household Management
- Mobile Devices
- Chore Monitoring
- Valid Driver's License
- Meal Organizing
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Boundary Setting
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Part Time Nanny
Thomas Family
05.2024 - Current
Family Assistant
Warner Family
01.2024 - 04.2024
Night Nanny, Eventually Baby-sitter
Bonse Family
09.2023 - Current
Eventually Baby-sitter
Tammy & Andrew
09.2023 - Current
Mother's Helper
Lim Family
08.2022 - 09.2023
Nanny
Che Family
06.2022 - 01.2023
Babysitter
Arwady Family
03.2022 - 01.2024
Nanny, Eventually Baby-sitter
Pierce Family
02.2022 - Current
Share Nanny
Rodger Family
02.2022 - 05.2022
Light House Cleaner in the Evenings
Altman Family
12.2021 - Current
Nanny
Foster Family
10.2021 - 08.2022
Nanny
Buono Family
10.2020 - 02.2021
Nanny
Scott Family
04.2020 - 05.2021
The Newborn Care Training Academy
Montessori Technical
Instituto Maria Montessori - Portugal
Doula -
Cornerstone
Baby Sleep Consultant
Bachelor Of Accountancy - Financial Planning And Services
IPOG - Instituto De Pós Graduação