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Valerie Trefancova

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Nanny

S. Family
01.2023 - 07.2023
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Stayed current on toy and child-related recalls and safety warnings.
  • Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
  • Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
  • Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.

Live-In Nanny

R. Family
12.2020 - 07.2023
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
  • Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
  • Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
  • Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.

Coordinator

Allianz Insurance
05.2022 - 08.2022
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
  • Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients to manage office activities.
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
  • Used job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation.
  • Studied processes, implemented cost reductions and developed reporting procedures to maintain administrative workflow.

Nanny

T. Family
01.2017 - 02.2020
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.

Teacher's Assistant

/
11.2019 - 12.2019
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Handed out classroom materials, like pencils, paper, and crayons.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
  • Worked with lead teacher to monitor class schedule and take attendance.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Valencia College
Orlando, FL

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ
12.2025

High School Diploma -

Sports And Business High School
Pilsen, Czech Republic
09.2019

Skills

  • Running Errands
  • Safe Transporting
  • Skilled Musical Instruments Instructor
  • Discipline Programs
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Child Behavior Modification
  • Paying Bills
  • Household Management
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Formula Feeding
  • Age-Appropriate Recreational Activities
  • Professional Babysitter
  • Customer Service
  • Database Maintenance
  • Computer Database Coordination
  • Insurance Verification

Languages

Czech
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Elementary
Slovak
Professional Working

Timeline

Nanny

S. Family
01.2023 - 07.2023

Coordinator

Allianz Insurance
05.2022 - 08.2022

Live-In Nanny

R. Family
12.2020 - 07.2023

Teacher's Assistant

/
11.2019 - 12.2019

Nanny

T. Family
01.2017 - 02.2020

No Degree - Early Childhood Education

Valencia College

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Maricopa Community Colleges - Glendale Community College

High School Diploma -

Sports And Business High School
Valerie Trefancova