Tammie Cox
Canton
Summary
Compassionate child care provider with proven ability to create nurturing and safe environment for children. Developed engaging activities that promote learning and development. Demonstrated expertise in managing schedules and addressing unique needs of each child.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny and Family Assistant
Alexander Escobar and Jessica Haddad
Plymouth, MI
08.2016 - 04.2025
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional, and social well-being.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Assisted with daily household tasks for a smoother family routine, including meal preparation and laundry duties.
- Ensured a clean living environment through regular housekeeping duties like vacuuming floors or sanitizing frequently touched surfaces.
- Maintained family privacy and security by handling sensitive information discreetly and respecting confidentiality boundaries.
- Supported busy parents with personal errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning pick-ups, or appointment scheduling.
- Provided timely transportation assistance for children to and from school, appointments, or special events, ensuring punctuality and safety.
- Developed strong relationships with children through active listening, empathy, and patience, creating a trusting bond within the family unit.
- Facilitated open communication among family members by arranging regular meetings to discuss concerns or upcoming events collaboratively.
- Implemented proactive childcare strategies, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Devised creative learning opportunities for children with engaging indoor and outdoor activities tailored to their interests and developmental needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on child development practices to provide appropriate guidance during critical growth periods.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance mood and quality of life.
Nanny and Family Assistant
Anindya and Sumita Roy
Northville, MI
08.2011 - 08.2016
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Implemented creative learning strategies tailored to each child''s interests and abilities for enhanced cognitive growth.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Assisted with daily household tasks for a smoother family routine, including meal preparation and laundry duties.
- Ensured a clean living environment through regular housekeeping duties like vacuuming floors or sanitizing frequently touched surfaces.
- Maintained family privacy and security by handling sensitive information discreetly and respecting confidentiality boundaries.
- Supported busy parents with personal errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning pick-ups, or appointment scheduling.
- Provided timely transportation assistance for children to and from school, appointments, or special events, ensuring punctuality and safety.
- Developed strong relationships with children through active listening, empathy, and patience, creating a trusting bond within the family unit.
- Implemented proactive childcare strategies, fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Addressed client household needs with meal preparation, housekeeping and transportation.
- Fostered client safety by providing supervision and mobility assistance.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance mood and quality of life.
- Devised creative learning opportunities for children with engaging indoor and outdoor activities tailored to their interests and developmental needs.
- Promoted healthy eating habits among the family by preparing nutritious meals using fresh ingredients according to dietary preferences.
Infant/Toddler Childcare Provider
Child Time Daycare
Canton, MI And Plymouth, MI
02.2008 - 08.2011
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Encouraged physical development through active play both indoors and outdoors while monitoring safety at all times.
- Implemented structured routines that balanced free play with guided learning opportunities tailored to each child''s interests.
- Assisted in potty training toddlers using effective strategies that supported both children and their families during the transition from diapers to underwear.
- Collaborated with colleagues for continuous improvement in curriculum planning and overall daycare operations.
- Fostered creativity and imagination with engaging art projects, sensory play, and hands-on experiences.
- Maintained a clean, organized classroom environment conducive to learning, exploration, and comfort for young children.
- Improved toddler language development through interactive storytelling and song sessions.
- Managed daily routines, ensuring a consistent schedule for naps, meals, and playtime.
- Developed strong relationships with children based on trust, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
- Supported cognitive growth by facilitating age-appropriate learning activities tailored to individual needs.
- Communicated with parents regularly to share updates on their child''s progress, milestones, and any concerns.
- Provided a safe environment by adhering to childcare regulations and conducting regular safety checks of the facility.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MISkills
- Strong work ethic
- Patience and empathy
- Positive reinforcement
- Child safety awareness
- Age-appropriate activities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Creative lesson planning
Accomplishments
- Achieved family and child trust by being consistently trustworthy, loyal, nurturing, and genuinely compassionate and patient.
- Achieved respect and gratitude through effectively helping with household chores, cleaning, running errands, and assisting the family beyond just child care.
Timeline
Nanny and Family Assistant
Alexander Escobar and Jessica Haddad
08.2016 - 04.2025
Nanny and Family Assistant
Anindya and Sumita Roy
08.2011 - 08.2016
Infant/Toddler Childcare Provider
Child Time Daycare
02.2008 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Grand Valley State University