SOLANGE CAVALCANTE
Sunnyvale,CA
Summary
Exceptional Nanny with experience supporting daily success and health of children of varying needs and interests. Versatile and adaptable in conducting errands, cooking, changing diapers and entertaining children according to parental specifications. Reliable and supportive member of house operations, assisting family as extenuating circumstances arise.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Rainbow Daycare Center
2021.01 - 2022.12
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
- Protected children in-class, at recess and off-site with observational skills and positive reinforcement for good behavior.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed,
- Preparing the children's meals when necessary,
- Providing attentive care, Bathing, feeding, taking care of naps; changing diapers, playing, teaching how to walk and potty training,
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment for children.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with parents.
Nanny and Family Assistant
Private Family Home
2018.01 - 2020.12
- Provided multifaceted services by running errands, scheduling appointments, assisting the family with childcare preparing meals.
- Organized clients' homes prior to arrival home and performed house-sitting duties.
- Transported children to and from school, activities and appointments.
- Picked up and dropped off clients at airport.
- Managed residential properties and staged homes prior to clients' arrivals.
- Monitored household expenditures and budgeted for groceries and household.
Private Family Nanny
Private Family Home
2012.01 - 2017.12
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
- Organized different types of activities to enhance physical and intellectual development.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Drove children to dance, cheer and sports practices.
- Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Worked with children to enforce safe living habits such as asking for help, crossing street safely and avoiding contact with unsafe objects.
- Studied and researched food allergies to understand requirements for individuals with such conditions.
- 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.
- Supported children in play activities, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Daycare Attendant
Silvia's Family Daycare
2009.01 - 2011.12
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Cared for children ages under 6 months to 4 in nurturing and age-appropriate way.
- Consulted with families to discuss activities and behaviors of each child.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Added daily log information to permanent records outlining observations, meals and any medications administered for acute or chronic conditions.
Education
Associate of Arts - Patisserie And Baking Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
San Francisco, CA01.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Social Communication - Journalism
Nilton Lins University
Brasilia, Brazil12.1996
Skills
- Disciplinary Enforcement
- Self-Confidence Development
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Parent Interaction
- Safe Transporting
- Infant, Toddler and Preschool Curricula
- Praise and Encouragement
- Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
- Rule Setting
- Emotionally Supportive
Timeline
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Rainbow Daycare Center
2021.01 - 2022.12
Nanny and Family Assistant
Private Family Home
2018.01 - 2020.12
Private Family Nanny
Private Family Home
2012.01 - 2017.12
Daycare Attendant
Silvia's Family Daycare
2009.01 - 2011.12
Associate of Arts - Patisserie And Baking Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Bachelor of Arts - Social Communication - Journalism
Nilton Lins University
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