Nanny in Thornhill, Ontario

Hi, My name is Adina. I am a certified teacher and early childhood educator. I welcome the opportunity to help you and your family. I have had many different experiences working with children of all ages ( 2 months). I have been a babysitter, mother`s helper, nanny and day-care provider. Looking forward to hearing from you. 2008 B.A. - Early Childhood Education (B.A.), Minor in Psychology, Ryerson University (Toronto, Ontario) 2005 Early Childhood Education Diploma, George Brown College (Toronto, Ontario) Work Experience: (Jul. 2013-Present) Occasional Babysitter: Care for a 2 month old boy. Thus far duties have included... -Supervise and care for, dress and feed infant (serve pre-prepared bottles, sterilize bottles), change diapers, prepare infant for rest periods -Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home and tend to emotional well-being of the infant -Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children (Jan. 2013-Present) Occasional Babysitter: Care for 3 month old boy and 2 yr old girl in home with two dogs. To date responsibilities have included... -Supervise and care for children, dress and feed infants and children (prepare and serve nutritious meals, sterilize bottles, prepare formula) and change diapers -Prepare infants and children for rest periods, read to children -Organize activities, games for children, prepare craft materials and assist children to use them, instruct children in personal hygiene and social development -Maintain a safe and healthy environment in the home, tend to emotional well-being of children, discipline children according to the methods requested by the parents -Keep records of daily activities and health information regarding children -Feed dogs and ensure their ability to play in and utilize the spacious backyard (Feb.- Aug. 2010) Kids & Company: On-call ECE Childcare Staff - Embraced the responsibilities of an absent staff member by catering to the well-being and learning of infant, toddler, preschool and kindergarten aged children. Responsibilities included... - Communicated with parents/caregivers regarding their child\\\\\\\'s daily activities and health information (i.e. meals, sleep times, diaper changes, noticeable changes in health) - Served nutritious meals, organized age appropriate activities (crafts, math/science games, dramatic and sensory play) and assisting children in developing skills to perform these tasks - Guided children in the development of social/emotional skills and addressed their behavior in a manner that reflects age appropriate expectations and fairness - Change diapers, assist with toileting and dress infants and children appropriately for outdoor play - Maintained a hygienic environment by continually sanitizing both eating and playing surfaces and regularly washing toys and kitchen ware (Sept. 2007-Dec. 2009) Woodgreen Childcare Centres: Casual/Supply ECE or ECA staff - Adopted the responsibilities of the absent staff member, engaged children in learning activities and the development of social, self-help and cognitive skills. Responsibilities included... - Communicated with parents/caregivers regarding their child\\\\\\\'s daily activities and health information (i.e. meals, sleep times, diaper changes, noticeable changes in health) - Served nutritious meals, organized age appropriate activities (crafts, math/science games, dramatic and sensory play) and assisting children in developing skills to perform these tasks - Guided children in the development of social/emotional skills and addressed their behavior in a manner that reflects age appropriate expectations and fairness - Change diapers, assist with toileting and dress infants and children appropriately for outdoor play or neighborhood walks - Maintained a hygienic environment by continually sanitizing both eating and playing surfaces and regularly washing toys and linens Respiteservices.....: Respite Worker - Employed by parents as a one-on-one relief caregiver for children with special needs. Primarily took children on outings to drop-in childcare centres to promote social skills and encourage speech (Jul. 2007- Jul. 2008)