Stephanie Van Heerden
Bangor
Summary
Experienced with nurturing and developing children in a supportive environment. Utilizes strong organizational skills and adaptability to manage daily routines and respond to changing needs. Knowledge of effective communication and problem-solving to foster a positive and engaging atmosphere.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Private Care
09.2023 - Current
- - Communicated with parents about children's progress.
- Managed household tasks and ran errands.
- Engaged children with games, puzzles, and reading.
- Prepared healthy snacks and meals.
- Fostered nurturing environments for emotional growth.
- Cleaned play areas after activities.
- Assisted with bedtime routines.
- Set clear behavioral expectations.
- Led various indoor and outdoor activities.
- Provided consistent, nurturing care.
- Adapted to each child's individual needs.
- Guided conflict resolution and emotional growth.
- Ensured safe transportation to activities.
- Monitored screen time for balance.
- Promoted social interactions through outings.
- Taught everyday skills and hygiene.
Au Pair
EurAupair Au Pair Program
08.2021 - 08.2023
- - Enhanced cultural exchange with the host family.
- Collaborated on routines for children's stability.
- Built lasting relationships and developed bilingual skills.
- Maintained communication with parents about children’s needs.
- Safely transported and supervised children at activities.
- Organized creative and educational activities.
- Promoted healthy eating and maintained cleanliness.
- Acted as a positive role model and provided emotional support.
- Taught life skills, manners, and assisted with homework.
- Regularly traveled with the family for childcare.
Assistant Teacher
Preschool Programs
11.2020 - 06.2021
- - Supported student development through classroom games and activities.
- Supervised recess, lunch, and daily student intake/dismissal.
- Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing rules and addressing behavioral issues.
- Completed daily reports and attendance logs.
- Monitored students in classrooms and common areas, supporting the lead teacher.
- Used positive reinforcement to keep students on-task.
- Assisted the lead teacher in providing individualized attention to enhance academic performance.
- Built strong relationships with students, showing care for their well-being and success.
- Collaborated on lesson plans and activities with teachers.
- Monitored student progress and offered mentoring as needed.
- Maintained records of student performance for teacher and parent review.
- Fostered parental involvement through effective communication.
- Increased engagement with hands-on activities and multimedia tools.
- Created bulletin boards showcasing student work and reinforcing lesson concepts.
- Recognized and rewarded student achievements to boost motivation.
- Aided in preparing teaching materials to streamline lesson execution.
- Promoted literacy through guided reading sessions.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess performance and identify improvement areas.
- Developed comprehensive plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in meetings to discuss student achievement.
- Maintained cleanliness in classrooms and organized snack time.d nap hours.
Receptionist
Preschool Programs
11.2020 - 06.2021
- - Greeted visitors and customers with professionalism, providing friendly assistance.
- Confirmed appointments and updated client records.
- Answered calls promptly and directed them to the appropriate offices.
- Maintained a clean reception area for a positive first impression.
- Managed cash transactions and accurately recorded sales.
- Improved front desk efficiency by managing phone calls, emails, and walk-ins.
- Responded to inquiries from callers.
- Organized the reception area with updated materials for a welcoming environment.
- Communicated with clients via email, phone, and postal mail.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, ensuring confidentiality.
- Managed multiple tasks and met deadlines effectively.
- Provided clerical support through copying, faxing, and filing.
- Assisted with client onboarding and paperwork completion.
- Maintained visitor logs for security purposes.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments.
- Updated information in computer databases.
- Completed assignments independently using good judgment.
Education
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Maine Community College
Bangor, ME05-2026
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Crisis intervention
- Time management
- Creative problem solving
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Schedule management
- Activity planning
- Reading and storytelling
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- Transportation safety
- Behavior management techniques
- Potty training assistance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Private Nanny
Private Care
09.2023 - Current
Au Pair
EurAupair Au Pair Program
08.2021 - 08.2023
Assistant Teacher
Preschool Programs
11.2020 - 06.2021
Receptionist
Preschool Programs
11.2020 - 06.2021
Associate Degree - Early Childhood Education
Eastern Maine Community College
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