Violet Norton
Mercer Island,WA
Summary
Professional caregiver with a proven ability to create safe and nurturing environments for children. Known for reliability, patience, and adeptly handling multiple responsibilities to ensure optimal care and well-being. Possessing a diverse skill set in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Bringing a fresh perspective and unwavering dedication to quality and success, with a reputation for adaptability and a proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
LeCong Family and Vizzare Family
10.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
- Coordinated schedules between multiple families when working as a nanny share provider to ensure seamless childcare transitions throughout the week.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Human Services Intern
Bellevue LifeSpring
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Supported case managers in developing personalized care plans tailored to each client''s unique circumstances and goals.
- Acted as mandatory reporter of abuse.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis and report generation for continuous quality improvement efforts.
- Contributed to improved service delivery by assisting in the development and implementation of program policies and procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the human services field.
Crisis Line Volunteer
Crisis Text Line
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Handled sensitive topics such as substance abuse, domestic violence, or mental health crises with professionalism and empathy.
- Developed rapport with texters, offering a safe space for them to share their feelings and concerns.
- Demonstrated sensitivity and cultural competence when assisting diverse texters in distress.
- Improved texters well-being by actively listening and providing empathetic support during crisis situations.
Private Nanny
Nelson Family
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed household tasks such as laundry and light cleaning to maintain an organized living space for families.
- Coordinated playdates with other caregivers to foster socialization among children in my care.
- Facilitated open communication between parents and children by actively listening and mediating conflicts when necessary.
- Established trust with both parents and children by demonstrating reliability, professionalism, honesty, and empathy in all interactions.
House Manager and Nanny
Bond's Family
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
Daycare Teacher
Kiddie Academy
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Maintained accurate documentation of student progress, behavior incidents, and parent-teacher conferences for review as needed.
- Guided students through daily routines, instilling a sense of responsibility and independence within each child.
- Contributed to improved program quality by participating in professional development workshops and training sessions.
- 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.
- Developed strong relationships with parents through regular communication about their child''s progress and needs.
Private Nanny
Fryette Family
08.2020 - 06.2021
- Collaborated with parents on setting achievable milestones for their child''s development, tracking progress over time.
- Established trust with both parents and children by demonstrating reliability, professionalism, honesty, and empathy in all interactions.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
Back of House Team Member
Nike Factory Store
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Streamlined product retrieval processes for better efficiency and improved team productivity.
- Improved workplace cleanliness by performing regular maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and organizing shelves.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to quickly fulfill customer requests and address any concerns.
- Assisted with inventory audits, ensuring accurate stock levels and preventing potential discrepancies.
- Optimized space utilization within the back-of-house area for easier access to products while preserving safety standards.
- Supported store operations by unloading deliveries, verifying shipment contents, and documenting received products accurately.
Assistant Front of House Manager
Mikie's Restaurant
10.2016 - 04.2020
- Developed employee schedules based on staffing needs, balancing productivity with staff wellbeing.
- Worked closely with kitchen staff to uphold food safety standards while delivering excellent culinary experiences.
- Maintained a clean and welcoming environment, adhering to health code regulations at all times.
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
- Assisted staff in building menu expertise to answer customer questions and make personal recommendations.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in food presentation and service.
Childcare Volunteer
Dreams To Reality Via IVHQ
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers to create a positive atmosphere for children, fostering strong relationships among peers.
- Sparked imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
- Contributed to positive and inclusive atmosphere, ensuring all children felt valued and included.
- Promoted cultural awareness by incorporating diverse stories and celebrations into curriculum.
Education
Everett High School
Bachelor of Arts - Human And Social Services
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA07.2024
Associate of Arts - Human And Social Services
Everett Community College
Everett, WA08.2023
Skills
- Solve very critical problems while under pressure
- Maintaining good body language when face-to-face interactions with customers
- Skills in writing, editing, and copying in ms-word with other computer knowledge
- Schedule management
- Providing the basic needs a an infant
- Keeping and creating a schedule for a single child
- Keeping a schedule for a class of 20 children
- Communicating with parents
- Collaborating with coworkers and management to provide a good environment
- Providing the basic needs a an infant
Personal Information
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Timeline
Private Nanny
LeCong Family and Vizzare Family
10.2024 - 05.2025
Human Services Intern
Bellevue LifeSpring
04.2024 - 06.2024
Crisis Line Volunteer
Crisis Text Line
01.2024 - 03.2024
Private Nanny
Nelson Family
01.2023 - 03.2024
House Manager and Nanny
Bond's Family
10.2021 - 01.2023
Daycare Teacher
Kiddie Academy
07.2021 - 10.2021
Private Nanny
Fryette Family
08.2020 - 06.2021
Back of House Team Member
Nike Factory Store
08.2019 - 08.2020
Childcare Volunteer
Dreams To Reality Via IVHQ
01.2019 - 03.2019
Assistant Front of House Manager
Mikie's Restaurant
10.2016 - 04.2020
Everett High School
Bachelor of Arts - Human And Social Services
Western Washington University
Associate of Arts - Human And Social Services
Everett Community College
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