Sidney Burns
Chicago,IL
Summary
Experienced childcare professional and house manager with 10+ years of experience supporting busy families and professionals. Skilled in childcare, household management, scheduling, organization, administrative support, research, and client communication. Strong background in multitasking, coordinating schedules, running errands, managing appointments, handling confidential information, and completing computer-based administrative tasks. Tech-savvy, highly organized, dependable, and experienced working independently in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
After School Leader
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club
Chicago, IL
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Supervised and engaged children in educational and recreational activities
- Assisted students with homework and classroom support
- Organized sports, games, and group activities
- Also worked as a summer camp leader
Child Care Provider
Thumbsucker Academy
Chicago, IL
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Assisted with daycare operations and daily childcare routines
- Supervised children during activities, meals, naps, and learning time
- Supported reading activities, crafts, and educational projects
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment
Au Pair
Randers Denmark
Randers, Denmark
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Provided live-in childcare for two children
- Assisted with transportation to school and activities
- Taught English and supported educational development
- Helped manage household routines and light housekeeping
- Adapted to living and working abroad independently
Nanny / House Manager
Chicago & North Shore Area
Chicago
01.2018 - Current
- Provided full-time childcare for multiple families with children ranging from newborns to school age
- Managed daily household operations and assisted families with organization and scheduling
- Coordinated appointments, calendars, extracurricular activities, transportation, and household routines
- Ran errands including grocery shopping, returns, dry cleaning, pharmacy pickups, and household supply management
- Communicated with schools, activity coordinators, medical offices, and service providers on behalf of families
- Managed household inventories, meal preparation, laundry, tidying, and home organization
- Assisted with travel preparation, packing, and family scheduling logistics
- Handled phone calls, emails, reminders, and administrative tasks for busy households
- Supported children with homework, e-learning, routines, and developmental activities
- Experienced caring for children with ADHD, Autism, anxiety, and depression
- Experience with Early Intervention OT and PT
- Maintained confidentiality, professionalism, and strong long-term relationships with families
Administrative & Legal Assistant Support
Independent Work
Chicago, IL
01.2021 - 2021
- Assisted with administrative and research-related tasks for legal professionals
- Conducted online research and located public records, court information, and supporting documents
- Organized digital files, documentation, and case-related information
- Created and formatted documents, letters, and professional correspondence
- Drafted and responded to emails in a professional manner
- Gathered supporting evidence and research materials for ongoing matters
- Managed large amounts of computer-based work with attention to detail and confidentiality
- Maintained organized records and communicated updates efficiently
- Experienced using online databases, document platforms, and digital filing systems
Education
High School Diploma -
William Howard Taft High School
Chicago, IL2015
Northeastern Illinois University
Pursuing College Degree
2028
Skills
- Household Management
- Scheduling & Calendar Coordination
- Administrative Support
- Research & Documentation
- Professional Email Communication
- Organization & Multitasking
- Childcare & Family Support
- Confidentiality & Discretion
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Online Research & Data Collection
- Customer Service
- Appointment Scheduling
- Event & Activity Coordination
- Errand Running & Personal Assistance
- Tech-Savvy & Fast Learner
Timeline
Administrative & Legal Assistant Support
Independent Work
01.2021 - 2021
Nanny / House Manager
Chicago & North Shore Area
01.2018 - Current
Child Care Provider
Thumbsucker Academy
01.2015 - 01.2015
Au Pair
Randers Denmark
01.2015 - 01.2018
After School Leader
Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club
01.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
William Howard Taft High School
Northeastern Illinois University
Pursuing College Degree