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Babysitter

Vanessa Marks

McAlester,OK

Summary

Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Knowledgeable in developmental stages and in offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. Proactive and caring person with several years of experience combined with communication strengths and good observational skills. Skillfully handles day-to-day activities while looking for opportunities to make a difference. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges working with school aged children.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Stay-At-home-Mom

Unemployed
04.2016 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to different situations
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Live-Out Nanny

Edward and Lisette Woodcock
03.2013 - 08.2015
  • Performed light housekeeping duties relevant to childcare areas ensuring cleanliness and safety standards were maintained consistently.
  • Resolved conflicts between siblings or peers by employing effective problem-solving techniques promoting harmonious relationships.
  • Assisted in potty training efforts for toddlers while maintaining a patient and supportive approach.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with parents, ensuring open communication regarding their child''s progress and needs.
  • Implemented creative learning opportunities to enhance cognitive growth through arts and crafts projects.

Live-Out Nanny

Jaclyn Shawell
08.2010 - 08.2015
  • Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
  • Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • 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.
  • Planned educational field trips exposing children to diverse cultural experiences enriching their understanding of the world around them.
  • Encouraged physical activity through outdoor playtime, sports participation, and structured exercise routines.
  • Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
  • Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.

Education

Business Administration

Montgomery County Community College
Blue Bell, PA

Liberal Arts And General Studies

Delaware County Community College
Media, PA

Skills

  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving

Timeline

Stay-At-home-Mom

Unemployed
04.2016 - Current

Live-Out Nanny

Edward and Lisette Woodcock
03.2013 - 08.2015

Live-Out Nanny

Jaclyn Shawell
08.2010 - 08.2015

Business Administration

Montgomery County Community College

Liberal Arts And General Studies

Delaware County Community College

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