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Anna McShea

San Rafael

Summary

Exceptional childcare professional and infant-toddler specialist with experience guiding the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional development of children of varying needs and interests. Adaptable, efficient, and highly skilled in curriculum development, expectation setting, parental guidance, and exceptional hands-on care. Reliable and supportive member of a school team or in-home operations, leading schools and families to the success and fulfillment of every child.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Newborn, Infant, and Toddler Nanny

Multiple Families
02.2021 - 08.2024
  • Collaborated closely with parents in establishing routines, acquiring materials, guiding activities, setting boundaries, and managing behaviors within the household to ensure the highest quality of care to the families standards as well as my own, implementing developmentally appropriate standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development.
  • Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition.
  • Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
  • Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
  • Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, for motor skills development.
  • Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
  • Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, imaginative play designed for the age and stage of the child.
  • Provided guidance to parents on best practices for navigating the care of a newborn
  • Promoted healthy sleep habits through the implementation of a consistent naptime schedule and bedtime routine.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
  • Facilitated bonding time between parents and their children by organizing interactive family activities.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.

Infant and Toddler Development Specialist

Caterpillar Academy
04.2017 - 02.2021
  • Assisted colleagues in developing wholistic, effective strategies for managing behaviors in young children.
  • Ensured compliance with all licensing regulations and program standards, maintaining a safe environment for infants and toddlers.
  • Provided a nurturing environment for children, regularly updating the classroom materials and introducing new skill-building activities.
  • Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, and naptime, ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
  • Managed daily routines efficiently while maintaining flexibility to accommodate any unforeseen changes or challenges throughout the day.
  • Assessed developmental milestones and provided regular updates to parents on their child's progress.
  • Tailored lessons according to each child''s individual needs, ensuring optimal learning opportunities for all children in the class.
  • Promoted cognitive development through interactive play sessions and sensory experiences.
  • Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
  • Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
  • Developed strong relationships with children based on trust, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
  • Ensured a quality of care that uplifted children physically, developmentally, and emotionally, implementing the most relevant early childhood educational standard, setting stage for positive learning experiences.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of Marin
Greenbrae, CA
06.2029

Skills

  • Newborn, Infant, Toddler, and Child Care Experience
  • Early Childhood Development
  • Special Needs Experience
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Certified
  • Caring and Nurturing Resource for Parents and their Children
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Housekeeping and Cleaning
  • Cooking and Meal Planning
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Art and Musical Background

Certification

Associate Teacher License

Languages

Elementary American Sign Language

Timeline

Newborn, Infant, and Toddler Nanny

Multiple Families
02.2021 - 08.2024

Infant and Toddler Development Specialist

Caterpillar Academy
04.2017 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of Marin

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