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Taylor O'Hara

Taylor O'Hara

Grand Rapids,Michigan

Summary

A Highly responsible and compassionate Nanny, with 6 years of experience providing professional childcare services. Friendly and energetic individual, skillful in organizing and conducting age-appropriate activities while providing a stimulating learning environment. Well-versed in caring for children of different ages, with special dietary, medical, emotional, and physical needs. Reliable with a flexible schedule and a strong desire to maintain a clean, safe, and captivating atmosphere for the mental and physical growth of children. Motivated and passionate to help guide and enrich children, helping them to reach their full potential in life.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

School Nurse Assistant (Preschool - 8th Grade)

Corewell Health
Grand Rapids, Michigan
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Primary point of contact for health related needs in the school health office.
  • Delivered high-quality care to students addressing various health concerns including general well-being, chronic conditions, injuries, and illnesses.
  • Collected vital signs and patient history to assist RN in determining student's disposition.
  • Administered medications at specified times as directed by physicians.
  • Ensured accuracy and timeliness of information flow by maintaining patient charts and updating RN on student status.
  • Administers scheduled, as needed, and emergency medications under the delegation of the RN according to Corewell Health and school district policies.
  • Performs duties such as administering tube feedings, managing diabetes (administering insulin), and conducting catheterizations in compliance with Corewell Health policies and school district regulations while working closely with an overseeing RN.
  • Organized student health information and facilitated seamless communication with school staff for timely response during field trips.
  • Effectively communicates pertinent information from students, family members, physicians, and the educational team to the RN in accordance with FERPA guidelines.
  • Maintained and ensured compliance with state health regulations and requirements, including accurate record-keeping and reporting of immunization status to the region and state.
  • Collaborated with health providers to deliver comprehensive student services.
  • Facilitates effective provider partnerships by efficiently completing prep work, documentation, and administering results. Refers community agencies and volunteers to schedule services for students and their families to ensure optimal coordination. Establishes a supportive relationship through excellent communication skills.
  • Acts as a role model and resource to students, their families and the school community to promote a healthy and safe school environment. Mentors, empowers and advocates for students and their families to help them gain independence with their health care needs.
  • Participates in social and physical evaluations that could affect the student at home or in school. Acts as a resource to program staff to discuss barriers about life/situational/cultural factors impacting client, family and environment.
  • Maintained a healthy atmosphere for students' educational development.

Professional Nanny

Roe Family
Byron Center, MI
02.2020 - 08.2023
  • Provided a secure, nurturing, and stimulating environment for two children, beginning at 3 months old.
  • Provided support to new mother during her transition back to work after maternity leave.
  • Monitored growth and development of infants in the areas of physical, intellectual, and emotional aspects.
  • Prepared and administered formula while maintaining scheduled feeds. Conducted thorough bottle sanitization. Facilitated smooth transition from bottle to solid food as per age.
  • Supported sleep training and maintained nap schedules.
  • Implemented age-appropriate diaper changes and oversaw potty training progress.
  • Collaborated with parents to design and execute effective redirection/discipline initiatives that fostered a culture of positive behavior.
  • Developed enduring professional rapport with family and children through effective communication strategies and supportive feedback.
  • Implemented balanced playtime and educational activities, limiting screen time to enhance the development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Developed learning and verbal skill supporting games, crafts, and activities.
  • Engaged in interactive storytelling sessions with children to enhance their literacy and reading comprehension abilities.
  • Maintained organization and cleanliness of home by promptly picking up toys and tidying play areas after activities.
  • Organized and supervised educational outings to various local establishments, including libraries, sculpture gardens, parks, beaches, pools and splash pads, zoos, museums, and farmers markets. Additionally arranged play dates with peers.
  • Maintained daily documentation of children's meal times, diaper changes/potty breaks, nap times, and overall daily summary.
  • Assisted in daily light housekeeping tasks.
  • Served well-balanced, age-appropriate meals and snacks to promote health and nutrition.
  • Supported children in daily self-care activities involving breakfast preparation, bathroom usage, clothing selection, positive affirmations, oral hygiene and hair grooming.

Professional Nanny

Kampsfchulte Family
Ada, MI
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Fostered a secure, nurturing atmosphere while offering stimulating activities to toddlers ages 15 months and 4 years.
  • Implemented age-appropriate diaper changes and oversaw potty training progress.
  • Coordinated and participated in one on one, in home, speech therapy sessions with a speech therapist while implementing skill development procedures demonstrated during weekly sessions. for 15 month old.
  • Collaborated with parents to design and execute effective redirection/discipline initiatives that fostered a culture of positive behavior.
  • Developed enduring professional rapport with family and children through effective communication strategies and supportive feedback.
  • Implemented balanced playtime and educational activities, limiting screen time to enhance the development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Ensured reliable transportation for 4-year-old to school. by providing pick up and drop off services with the use of personal vehicle.
  • Developed learning and verbal skill supporting games, crafts, and activities.
  • Assisted in weekly swim classes for a 15-month-old.
  • Engaged in interactive storytelling sessions with children to enhance their literacy and reading comprehension abilities.
  • Maintained organization and cleanliness of home by promptly picking up toys and tidying play areas after activities.
  • Maintained daily housekeeping schedule and home management tasks such as deep cleaning, surface cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, organizing, laundry and running errands.
  • Handled grocery shopping and prepared homemade breakfast protein shakes and smoothies for parents.
  • Efficiently completed meal prep for dinners in the evenings.
  • Organized and supervised educational outings to various local establishments, including libraries, sculpture gardens, parks, beaches, pools and splash pads, zoos, museums, and farmers markets. Additionally arranged play dates with peers.
  • Maintained daily documentation of children's meal times, diaper changes/potty breaks, nap times, and overall daily summary.
  • Served well-balanced, age-appropriate meals and snacks to promote health and nutrition.
  • Supported children in daily self-care activities involving breakfast preparation, bathroom usage, clothing selection, oral hygiene and hair grooming.
  • Ensured safety of 4 year old with life-threatening nut allergies through proficiency in allergy awareness, meal preparation, and medical emergency preparedness while always carrying an EpiPen.

Toddler Teacher

Milestones Childhood Development Center
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Contributed to planning and delivering education-related lessons aimed at fostering children's social, emotional, and cognitive development.
  • Aided in the creation of educational games, crafts, and activities to enhance learning and communication abilities.
  • Instructed children in the fundamentals of color identification, shapes, numbers, and letter recognition.
  • Implemented structured schedules to ensure a balanced routine of physical activity, rest, and playtime.
  • Promoted self-expression by fostering an environment of understanding, flexibility, and behavioral reinforcement.
  • Followed facility guidelines for nutritional feeding and meal protocols to ensure compliance with dietary standards.
  • Managed nutrition and meal preferences for individual families upon request.
  • Maintained a safe and conducive learning environment in the classroom.
  • Mediated conflict between students.
  • Observed, assessed, and documented the health, skills, behavior, growth, and development of each assigned child.
  • Identified and addressed physical or mental development concerns in assigned children.
  • Established strong connections with families and children by utilizing effective communication strategies and providing supportive feedback.
  • Engaged with children at their developmental stage to promote understanding and build connections.
  • Maintained organization and cleanliness of the facility through prompt toy pickup and play area tidying after activities, as well as during mealtime.

Professional Nanny

Iacopelli Family
Grand Rapids, MI
06.2018 - 06.2019
  • Created a safe and supportive environment for children aged 3 months, 4 years, and 8 years by cultivating a nurturing atmosphere.
  • Prepared and administered bottles while maintaining scheduled feeds. Conducted thorough bottle sanitization. Facilitated smooth transition from bottle to solid food as per age.
  • Supported sleep training and maintained nap schedules.
  • Implemented age-appropriate diaper changes.
  • Monitored growth and development of infants in physical, intellectual, and emotional aspects.
  • Implemented balanced playtime and educational activities, limiting screen time to enhance the development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Designed interactive learning experiences through games, crafts, and activities.
  • Conducted interactive storytelling sessions to improve children's literacy and reading comprehension skills.
  • Ensured reliable transportation for 4-year-old to school. by providing pick up and drop off services with the use of personal vehicle.
  • Supported children in daily self-care activities involving breakfast preparation, bathroom usage, clothing selection, oral hygiene and hair grooming.
  • Oversaw safe and efficient bus pick-up and drop-off services for 8-year-old.
  • Aided an 8-year-old student in completing daily homework tasks.
  • Performed daily housekeeping duties including deep cleaning, surface cleaning, vacuuming, mopping, dusting, organizing and laundry.
  • Maintained an organized and clean home by promptly picking up toys and tidying play areas after activities.
  • Organized and supervised local library and park outings.
  • Recorded daily documentation of children's meal times, diaper changes/potty breaks, nap times as well as an overall daily summary.
  • Designed and implemented effective redirection/discipline initiatives in collaboration with parents, fostering a culture of positive behavior.

Education

Personal Training/Nutrition - Exercise Science

Blue Heron Academy
Grand Rapids, MI
11-2021

Skills

  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Caring child mentor
  • Infant, toddler and preschool curricula
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Positive and upbeat
  • Creative
  • Motivated, driven and passionate
  • Excellent communicator
  • Patient and understanding
  • Active listener
  • Child Supervision
  • Schedule creation and maintenance
  • Activity Planning
  • Child development
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Household management and housekeeping
  • Social skill development
  • First aid and CPR certified
  • Emotional support techniques
  • Homework Assistance
  • Dependable
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Safety awareness
  • Family Support
  • Reliable transportation
  • Infant care experience
  • Flexible schedule
  • Background in exercise and nutrition

Affiliations

Camping, hiking, traveling, rock climbing, running, yoga, rollerblading, swimming, learning new sports, live music and listening to music, reading, spending time with family, husband Tim, and puppy Zuzu.

Timeline

School Nurse Assistant (Preschool - 8th Grade)

Corewell Health
10.2023 - 02.2024

Professional Nanny

Roe Family
02.2020 - 08.2023

Professional Nanny

Kampsfchulte Family
08.2019 - 01.2020

Toddler Teacher

Milestones Childhood Development Center
06.2019 - 08.2019

Professional Nanny

Iacopelli Family
06.2018 - 06.2019

Personal Training/Nutrition - Exercise Science

Blue Heron Academy

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