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Tina Bannon

Peoria,AZ

Summary

Exceptional Nanny with experience supporting daily success and health of children of varying needs and interests. Versatile and adaptable in conducting errands, cooking, changing diapers and entertaining children according to parental specifications. Reliable and supportive member of house operations, assisting family as extenuating circumstances arise.

I am passionate about Child Development and gentle practices and thoroughly enjoy being a Nanny. I love helping children grow and families succeed. I also run my own Child Development website (launched July 2023) as a side project because I love being able to use my training, experience, and creativity to help children and families thrive.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

Private Employers
09.2019 - 01.2024
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.

Nanny

Private Employers
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.

Preschool Teacher

Bright Horizons
06.2017 - 03.2018
    • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
    • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
    • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
    • Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress and recorded in individual files.
    • Established positive communication with parents in daily conversation and formal conferences.

Temporary Nanny Position

Private Employers
01.2012 - 05.2012
  • Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
  • Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employed
11.2008 - 06.2009
    • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
    • Balanced children's days between play, instruction, and rest with well-designed schedules.
    • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
    • Assisted children patiently through many different scenarios and modeled positive behaviors.
    • Promoted good social skills by helping children work through conflicts and leading many collaborative games.

Program Assistant

Eglin AFB Child Development Center
02.2007 - 08.2007
    • Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
    • Engaged and entertained children through recreational and educational activities.
    • Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
    • Supported children's social and emotional development by encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
    • Taught children with creative approaches, methods, and techniques.

Preschool Teacher

All Stars Preschool
06.2004 - 12.2005
    • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
    • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
    • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
    • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
    • Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.

Preschool Teacher

Childcare Network
10.2003 - 06.2004
    • Addressed behavioral and learning issues with parents and daycare management.
    • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
    • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
    • Allowed for ample outdoor discovery time in schedule each day.
    • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.

Education

Early Childhood Education

Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL

On The Job Or Other Professional Training
Various

General Studies

Cisco Junior College
Cisco, TX
2003

High School Diploma -

Peoria High School
Peoria, AZ
05.1998

Skills

    • Educational Support
    • Child Supervision
    • Complex Problem-Solving
    • Family Support
    • Skilled in Working With Special Needs Children
    • Schedule Creation and Maintenance
      • Reliable Transportation
      • Early Childhood Education
      • Child Development
      • Activity Planning
      • Behavior Management Techniques
      • Self-Confidence Development

Affiliations

National Association for the Education of Young Children

Timeline

Nanny

Private Employers
09.2019 - 01.2024

Nanny

Private Employers
08.2018 - 06.2019

Preschool Teacher

Bright Horizons
06.2017 - 03.2018

Temporary Nanny Position

Private Employers
01.2012 - 05.2012

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employed
11.2008 - 06.2009

Program Assistant

Eglin AFB Child Development Center
02.2007 - 08.2007

Preschool Teacher

All Stars Preschool
06.2004 - 12.2005

Preschool Teacher

Childcare Network
10.2003 - 06.2004

Early Childhood Education

Northwest Florida State College

On The Job Or Other Professional Training

General Studies

Cisco Junior College

High School Diploma -

Peoria High School
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