Savannah LaFoy
Northport
Summary
Childcare professional prepared to provide high-quality care and support. Proven history of fostering positive relationships and creating structured routines for children. Known for adaptability and teamwork, ensuring collaborative and harmonious home environment. Proficient in child safety, meal preparation, and educational activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Paid nursery worker
Amy Blethen (Northport Baptist Church)
10.2023 - Current
- I have children on Sundays and Wednesdays, ranging from ages 6 weeks to 1 year old.
- I help train new employees on our protocols.
- If our children's director is not there, I coordinate where our volunteers will go, answer any questions, and help solve any incidents that may happen.
- Another role I play is having good communication with my regular and visiting parents. It's my job to make them feel comfortable dropping their children off.
Nanny/Family ASSISTANT
Jason and Kelly Greene
08.2023 - Current
- This position has had many roles that I take over, from childcare to assistant.
- As far as assistant duties go, I have worked in their business office, done research for some upcoming projects, and helped the executive assistant with certain tasks. When the new year approached, I made new client folders and organized those.
- Once I transitioned to family assistant, I helped with planning a wedding. I handled the guest list, addresses, mailing invitations, setting up for bridal showers, rehearsal dinner, and the wedding.
- As a nanny, I have children ages 11, 2, 1, and 5 months old. The 1-year-old I had starting when she was 2 months old, and then she started school. I now have the 5-month-old and keep him at his home.
Nanny
Susannah and Daniel Gills
08.2022 - 08.2023
- My nanny duties with this family involved only one child, who was 2 months old when I started.
- Managed daily schedules, ensuring timely meals, naps, and educational activities.
- Provided age-appropriate educational support, fostering curiosity and learning through exploration.
- Assisted in managing household tasks related to child care, maintaining a clean and organized environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding any milestones, accidents, or exciting things she may have done that day.
- Met the parents at doctor appointments as needed.
Nanny
Nicole and Aron Hjertberg
08.2021 - 08.2022
- My nanny duties included three children, ages 7, 4, and 8 months.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and behavioral concerns.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties, as well as running errands and taking children to and from school.
- Prepared lunches for school, and snacks for after. Prepared bottles, and then helped introduce food to the youngest child when age appropriate.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Took children to appointments as needed.
Nanny
Kelly and Jason Greene
06.2021 - 08.2021
OSR Auxiliary TEACHER
First Presbyterian Preschool- Sara Bates
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Managed a classroom of 17 to 18 students with a co-teacher.
- Accomplishments and professional hours as follows: 2019 NAEYC Conference, 2021 NAEYC Accredited, 15 OSR Professional Hours, 20 Professional Hours for FPP, and CPR/AED Certified.
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans that were open-ended and child-led.
- Collaborated with lead teachers to assess student progress and adapt teaching strategies, which were put into GOLD.
- Developed creative activities to enhance cognitive development and encourage exploration.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student behavior and progress updates.
- Organized classroom materials and resources to optimize learning experiences for children.
- Boosted critical thinking skills by incorporating problem-solving exercises and real-world applications into lessons.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive classroom environment that promoted academic success.
2- AND 3-YEAR-OLD Teacher
University Church Preschool
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed a classroom of 16 2- and 3-year-old children.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
- Communicated with parents about how their child was doing.
- Encouraged potty training
Infant Teacher
University Church Preschool
07.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed eight infants with a co-teacher.
- Designed and implemented developmentally appropriate lesson plans for infants.
- Fostered a nurturing environment promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's individual learning needs and milestones.
Nanny
Jon and Tricia Bowers
06.2014 - 12.2017
- Managed three boys with a co-nanny.
- I drove the children to and from school.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Provided out-of-town care as well.
Education
Associate DEGREE - Applied Science Child Development
Bevill State Community College
Carrollton, AL 08.2018
Skills
- Compassionate approach
- Organized
- Good Listener
- Flexible
- Reliable
- Lesson planning
- Early childhood development
- Classroom coordination
- Communication skills
- Family engagement
- Behavior management
- Event planning
Timeline
Paid nursery worker
Amy Blethen (Northport Baptist Church)
10.2023 - Current
Nanny/Family ASSISTANT
Jason and Kelly Greene
08.2023 - Current
Nanny
Susannah and Daniel Gills
08.2022 - 08.2023
Nanny
Nicole and Aron Hjertberg
08.2021 - 08.2022
Nanny
Kelly and Jason Greene
06.2021 - 08.2021
OSR Auxiliary TEACHER
First Presbyterian Preschool- Sara Bates
08.2019 - 05.2021
Infant Teacher
University Church Preschool
07.2017 - 08.2019
2- AND 3-YEAR-OLD Teacher
University Church Preschool
07.2017 - 08.2019
Nanny
Jon and Tricia Bowers
06.2014 - 12.2017
Associate DEGREE - Applied Science Child Development
Bevill State Community College