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Taylor Elwood

Summary

Devoted childcare worker with 4+ years experience reliable for the safety and wellbeing of children. Currently attending Utah State University as a Nutrition Science Major projected to Graduate Spring of 2026. Preparing to become a Certified Nutrition Specialist and ready to be driven to helping people with their nutrition needs.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

Ashley Fiefia
05.2023 - Current
  • Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
  • Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.

Daycare Teacher

Leaps N' Bounds Daycare
03.2020 - Current
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children, regularly monitoring indoor and outdoor spaces for potential hazards.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
  • Increased daycare students'' social skills by incorporating group activities and cooperative play into daily routines.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to encourage appropriate behaviors among students while minimizing disruptions or conflicts.
  • Collaborated with fellow daycare teachers to create a cohesive educational experience across all classrooms within the center.
  • Implemented creative art projects to encourage self-expression and fine motor skill development among young children.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing clear expectations, consistent routines, and age-appropriate rewards systems.
  • Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Utah State University
Logan, Utah
05.2026

High School Diploma -

Ridgeline High School
Millville, UT
05.2022

Skills

  • Critical Thinking
  • Problem-Solving
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Friendly
  • Reliability and Trustworthiness
  • CPR & First Aid Certified
  • Organized

Timeline

Nanny

Ashley Fiefia
05.2023 - Current

Daycare Teacher

Leaps N' Bounds Daycare
03.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences

Utah State University

High School Diploma -

Ridgeline High School
Taylor Elwood