Sophia Torrejon
New York,NY
Summary
Motivated professional brings unique understanding of childhood needs and care to in-home environment. Handles diverse child and household priorities by applying strong organizational and multitasking abilities. Highly responsible and diligent with strong communication skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny/Babysitter
Self-employeed
New York, New York
08.2021 - Current
- Provided attentive childcare for multiple children in various age groups.
- Developed engaging activities to promote learning and physical development.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for children's play and growth.
- Assisted with meal preparation, ensuring nutrition and dietary needs were met.
- Communicated effectively with parents about daily activities and any concerns.
- Managed conflicts between children, promoting positive conflict resolution skills.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
- Provided a safe environment for the children through supervision and guidance of their activities.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning, and play.
GNYC Camp Counselor
Greater New York Councils - Boy Scouts of America
Narrowsburg, New York
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Supervised daily activities for campers, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Organized team-building exercises to promote cooperation among campers.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among campers to maintain a positive environment.
- Monitored camper behavior, providing guidance and support as needed.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in a new environment.
- Welcomed participants and directed to assigned areas.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of special events, such as talent shows and campfires, enhancing the camp experience.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress at camp.
- Created lesson plans and taught each section of the specific merit badge assigned.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wilson Hill Academy
New York City 06-2024
Skills
- Child development
- Meal planning
- Conflict resolution
- Activity planning
- Safety supervision
- Behaviour monitoring
- First aid and CPR certified
- Reliable
- Superior communication skills
- Problem solving
- Engagement strategies
Certification
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
- Emergency Certified
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
GNYC Camp Counselor
Greater New York Councils - Boy Scouts of America
06.2023 - 04.2024
Nanny/Babysitter
Self-employeed
08.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Wilson Hill Academy
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