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Sharmaine Russell

Summary

Caregiver/Private Nanny

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.

Upbeat and energetic childcare provider with Child and Infant CPR/First Aid knowledge. Supports educational, entertainment and home requirements for parents. Responsive, dependable, and vigilant with highly protective nature.

Accounting Management

Innovative technology professional with several years of diverse experience. Skilled in enhancing systems and aligning technical solutions with business objectives. Proven success in leading projects from start to finish and contributing to organizational growth and success.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Nanny

Laura Duffy
Hartsdale, NY
07.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Implemented daily routine for child development and created a structured environment
  • Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Private Nanny

Jack Baranov
Hartsdale, NY
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
  • Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment..
  • Encouraged social interactions through playdates.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, setting boundaries to create a respectful atmosphere within the home.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.

Private Nanny

Ali Di Giorgio
Bronxville, NY
09.2017 - 04.2020
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Private Nanny

Julie Foster
Upper Eastside, NY
09.2013 - 12.2015
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.

Private Nanny

Lisa Chun
Manhattan, NY
03.2012 - 05.2013
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
  • light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.

Payroll Officer

Tryall Club
Jamaica W.I.
08.2009 - 08.2011

Assist with payroll on a weekly basis.

Assist the Accounting Manager with cashing

cheques for workers.

Ensure that all books are balanced.

Pick up cash from front desk office and ensure that

all monies are correct.

  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by responding to employee inquiries regarding payslips, deductions, taxes, and benefits in a timely manner.
  • Maintained confidentiality by securely storing sensitive employee information according to established data protection protocols.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Improved payroll accuracy by thoroughly reviewing timesheets and addressing discrepancies.
  • Produced payroll activities documentation and reports to meet corporate guidelines and promote transparency.
  • Prepared accounts for scheduled audits and assisted with audit process to facilitate faster completion of tasks.
  • Contributed significantly to successful completion of year-end financial audits through diligent record keeping and attention to detail in reconciling accounts.
  • Liaised with external auditors during annual reviews to provide necessary documentation and answer questions related to the company''s payroll processes.

Office Manager

Jockey Jamaica Ltd
Hanover, Jamaica WI
01.1998 - 12.2009
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
  • Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
  • Handled sensitive employee and client information with utmost confidentiality, maintaining trust and integrity.
  • Delegated tasks to administrative support staff to organize and improve office efficiency.
  • Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent or at lunch
  • Completed bi-weekly and monthly payroll for employees.
  • Ensure that all governmental documentation, permits,licenses,and filing of taxes are done on a timely manner .
  • To colletc and lodged all cafeteria daily sales to the bank on a weekly and monthly basis.

Senior Payroll Clerk

Jockey Jamaica Ltd
Jamaica WI
01.1990 - 12.1998
  • Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
  • Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
  • Responded to employee inquiries to clarify payroll issues regarding wages, deductions and taxes.
  • Maintained employee confidence and protected payroll operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Verified timekeeping records and handled any discrepancies with employees.
  • Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
  • Ensured accurate payment distribution for employees by diligently reviewing timecards and attendance records.
  • Issued paychecks on designated pay dates to avoid employee dissatisfaction.
  • Resolved issues arising from incorrect payments or missing information by collaborating with managers to gather necessary details promptly.
  • Collaborated with the human resources department to ensure proper management of employee benefits and deductions.
  • Reduced payroll discrepancies by conducting thorough audits and reconciliations of employee records.
  • Ensured timely and accurate processing of payroll for over 500 employees on a weekly basis.
  • Trained junior payroll staff members on company policies and procedures, fostering a team-oriented environment focused on quality service delivery.
  • Utilized strong multitasking skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks, ensuring timely completion of each assignment.

Education

No Degree - Newborn Care Specialist Course

Lullabye Newborn Care Specialist
Bronx, NY
03-2016

No Degree - Supervisory Management

The University of The West Indies
Hanover, Jamaica WI
02-2006

Diploma - Management Studies

University College of The Caribbean
Montego Bay, Jamaica WI
11-2005

Certificate in Accounting And Management Studies - Accounting And Management Studies

Duff's Business College
Montego Bay, Jamaica WI
09-1989

High School Diploma -

Ruseas High School
Hanover,Jamaica WI
09-1983

Skills

    To process and calculate individual pay records on a weekly basis

    To prepare and submit labor analysis report, daily and weekly performance and efficiency reports on a daily and weekly basis

    To receive and transfer telephone calls to the appropriate personnels

Timeline

Private Nanny

Laura Duffy
07.2021 - Current

Private Nanny

Jack Baranov
06.2020 - 06.2021

Private Nanny

Ali Di Giorgio
09.2017 - 04.2020

Private Nanny

Julie Foster
09.2013 - 12.2015

Private Nanny

Lisa Chun
03.2012 - 05.2013

Payroll Officer

Tryall Club
08.2009 - 08.2011

Office Manager

Jockey Jamaica Ltd
01.1998 - 12.2009

Senior Payroll Clerk

Jockey Jamaica Ltd
01.1990 - 12.1998

No Degree - Newborn Care Specialist Course

Lullabye Newborn Care Specialist

No Degree - Supervisory Management

The University of The West Indies

Diploma - Management Studies

University College of The Caribbean

Certificate in Accounting And Management Studies - Accounting And Management Studies

Duff's Business College

High School Diploma -

Ruseas High School
Sharmaine Russell