Sydney McAllister
Oswego,IL
Summary
Dedicated nanny brings understanding of childhood needs and care to in-home environment. Handles special needs necessities and household priorities for toddler. Uses classroom management and organization techniques to create learning activities consistent with child's age and physical abilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Private Family Client
Naperville, IL
11.2023 - Current
- Planned age and ability-appropriate activities to help physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Researched and planned new places and activities that would be interesting and educational for the child.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with toys and physical books.
- Transported child to and from physical, occupational, speech, and eating therapy; and observed and participated in therapies when possible.
- Performed light housekeeping duties such as dishes, laundry, and meal preparation.
- Observed children during meal times to prevent choking.
- Communicated daily with family regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and the family and the child I care for.
- Created a nurturing, safe environment to promote social and emotional growth.
Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Naperville, IL
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Adapted teaching methods and activities based on individual student needs.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and toys.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
- Followed and kept track of individual schedules for up to eight children at a time.
- Updated parents throughout the day by uploading pictures and activities using the Tadpoles app
- Communicated daily with parents regarding their child's progress or behavioral issues.
- Created and maintained individual portfolios for each student documenting their progression in five different areas of development.
- Collaborated with lead and assistant teachers to brainstorm ideas for classroom management activities.
- Maintained and organized supplies for the classroom including art, activity, and cleaning supplies.
- Supervised children during meal times, playtime, and other activities.
- Plated and served food while ensuring that individual allergies and dietary restrictions are followed.
- Administered and recorded five minute naptime checks while children were asleep.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies and procedures.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
La Petite Academy Learning Care Group
Naperville, IL
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Guided age-appropriate tasks like reading, crafts and curriculum.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Documented and communicated to parents behavior issues or accidents, and positive developments.
- Updated parents throughout the day by uploading pictures and activities using the Sprout About app.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies and procedures.
- Plated and served food while ensuring that individual allergies and dietary restrictions are followed.
- Administered and recorded fifteen minute naptime checks while children were asleep.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Assistant Daycare Teacher
La Petite Academy, Learning Care Group
Oswego, IL
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving appropriate to children's development levels.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Encouraged child involvement in classroom experiences and group interaction.
- Documented and communicated to parents behavior issues or accidents, and positive developments.
- Updated parents throughout the day by uploading pictures and activities using the Brightwheel app.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies and procedures.
- Assisted children with regular handwashing and wiped down hard surfaces often to minimize germ spread.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Food Server
Illinois State University
Normal, IL
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Organized and replenished supplies at food stations to optimize team performance.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Cultivated warm relationships with customers
- Adhered to all health department standards while preparing food items.
- Maintained cleanliness of food preparation area by wiping down surfaces.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oswego High School
Oswego, IL05-2020
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Waubonsee Community College
Sugar Grove, ILSome College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
Normal, ILSkills
- Child supervision and infant care
- Child safety awareness
- Lesson planning infant and toddler curriculum
- Cognitive, physical, and language development
- Social and emotional skills development
- Classroom organization and management
- Parent communication
- Special needs experience and adaptive equipment use
- Food handling and preparation training
- First aid and CPR certified
Timeline
Nanny
Private Family Client
11.2023 - Current
Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
10.2022 - 10.2023
Assistant Daycare Teacher
La Petite Academy Learning Care Group
03.2022 - 10.2022
Food Server
Illinois State University
08.2020 - 11.2020
Assistant Daycare Teacher
La Petite Academy, Learning Care Group
02.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Oswego High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Waubonsee Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education
Illinois State University
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