Nanny in Toronto, Ontario

Hi there! My name is Kathryn and I am a young and energetic female that has been a nanny in the Roncesvalles area for over 8 years. Some of you may already know me from the 4 years that I worked at Scooter Girl Toys. I now have my own 14 month old son (a playmate!) and am looking for a part-time position where I can bring him along. My schedule is extremely flexible, I would love to meet you to discuss your needs and see if we are a good fit! QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS • Extensive knowledge of various ages and stages of children. Has worked with children from birth to 10 years of age, the most experience with babies and toddlers. • Caring and nurturing individual, who is a mother herself. • Very hardworking, organized honest, and reliable. • Very knowledgeable of places/programs and activites for children and toddlers in Roncesvalles/High Park, Parkdale and Bloor West neighbourhoods. • Extensive knowledge of products and toys for babies and children, as well as safety hazards. • First language is English, as well as speaking/reading French. • Finds enjoyment in interaction with children, including games, reading, songs, crafts, fun and educational outings. • Recent first -aid and CPR specifically for babies and toddlers. EMPLOYMENT Summer 2012 (June to September) Part-time childcare for one 12 month old. I brought my son (who was 7 months at the time) to this position. • Neighborhood outings to parks and drop in centers. • Fascilitad all meal/snack/nap times. • Light housework (dishes, tidying). • Entertaining both children with fun and educational games, songs, and rhymes. • Maintaining the health, hygiene, safety and comfort of the children at all times. • Keepthing the children out of the parent's house for 5-8 hours at a time, while still providing all meals, snacks, and naps. April 2011 - August 2011 Newborn Care (part - time) • Feedings, mixing formula, and sterilizing bottles. • Changing diapers and outfits, as well as bathing the baby. • Light housecleaning and laundry. • Short walks or outing with baby, sometimes grocery shopping for family. • Calming the baby and maintaining a safe, comfortable environment at all times. • Allowing the new mother to rest. June 2007-September 2010 Full-Time Nanny for two children, ages 18 months and 3 years. • Preparing and serving nutritious meals(lunch, dinner, and snacks). • Changing diapers and eventually, potty training. • Maintaining a schedule that allowed for naps and consistency while arranging outings, daytrips, play dates, and crafts, as well as other activities such as baking. • Supervising children, and having fun while ensuringsure a safe environment is maintained at all times. • School pick ups and drop offs. Taking the children to a variety of programs and classes, as well as caring for children when they are ill. • Housecleaning, household organization, grocery shopping when need be. • Used a variety of discipline techniques, pertaining the the child’s specific age and stage, as needed. • Maintained the children's health, hygeine, safety, and comfort of children at all times. • Fostered a relationship with both children and parents, including clear communication every dayas to help with the smoothest of transitions. 2006 - Present • Evening or occasonal babysitting for Various Families • Short-term nanny positions (2 weeks to 3 months) for families that are in a bind. 2006 - 2... Part-time employee for Scooter Girl Toys • Fascilitatating and supervising children’s birthday parties as well as march break camps, which focused on arts and crafts, as well as song and dance. • Outings to parks with a group of 10 children per 2 adults. • Sales help 2009 - February 2011 Full-time Assistant Store Manager for Scooter Girl Toys • Keyholder responsibilities. • Sales help, as well as training other employees, opening and closing the store. • Purchasing/ordering products to be sold. • Required extensive knowledge of toys and products used for babies, toddlers, and children. 1999 – Present Mother’s Helper and babysitter for various families,