Lara Ferris
North Fork
Summary
Compassionate nanny with experience in providing supportive, educational, and fun environments for children of various ages. Skilled in developing engaging activities that promote physical, emotional, and intellectual growth. Demonstrated ability to manage routine care tasks and adapt to changing family needs effectively. Successfully fostered relationships with families, contributing to harmonious and nurturing settings.
Energetic childcare professional with history of entertaining, teaching and protecting children. Follows parents' wishes with care and looks for opportunities to engage children in fun and learning-focused opportunities.
Compassionate caregiver with hands-on experience in attending to patient needs in residential and hospital settings. Skilled in administering medication, managing schedules, and maintaining clean living environments for patients. Demonstrated ability to establish meaningful relationships with patients, ensuring comfort and enhancing quality of life. Previous work resulted in significant improvements in patient well-being and satisfaction.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Baker/Owner
The Little Apple Cottage Bakery
North Fork
04/19/2 - Current
- Prepared various baked goods following established recipes and techniques.
- Researched and developed new recipes, flavor combinations, and techniques.
- Operated ovens and mixers to produce high-quality baked goods efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the baking area according to health standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient levels and restocking supplies.
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
- Monitored baking times and temperatures to achieve consistent product quality.
- Engaged with customers to provide product information and enhance their experience.
- Cleaned work areas, utensils, equipment and surfaces between batches of products.
- Followed food safety guidelines while preparing all food items.
- Packaged finished products into boxes or containers for delivery or sale in store.
- Decorated cakes with icing, sprinkles and other edible decorations.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about menu items or taking orders from customers.
- Checked baked goods periodically during baking process to ensure desired results were achieved.
- Designed appealing product displays to maintain unique presentation.
- Developed marketing strategies to attract new customers and enhance brand visibility.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
Private Nanny
Self-employed
North Fork
07.2020 - 03.2024
- Provided individualized care and supervision for children in private home.
- Developed engaging activities to promote learning and creativity.
- Prepared nutritious meals aligning with dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized play environment for children.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and needs.
- Assisted with homework and educational projects to enhance learning experience.
- Fostered positive relationships to encourage open communication and trust with families.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers, and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Took children on outings such as parks, library visits, sports events or educational trips.
- Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
- Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary.
- Assisted with bedtime routines such as bathing, changing clothes or reading stories.
- Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
- Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
- Assisted with homework, tutoring and school projects as needed.
- Engaged in creative play with the children such as reading stories, playing games or drawing pictures.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
- Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
- Encouraged developmentally appropriate language skills through conversation and activities.
- Facilitated safe, caring, and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
- Documented and communicated daily reports outlining each child's daily activities.
- Developed an understanding of each child's individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Tutored children in multiple school subjects to boost educational performance.
Home Health Aide
Coast Care Partners
La Mesa
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and reported changes to healthcare staff.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client care needs.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and incontinence care.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Helped client with medication self-administration.
- Accompanied clients to doctors' offices and on other trips outside home, providing transportation, assistance and companionship.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Took initiative to ensure all tasks were completed efficiently within the designated time frame.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Monitored vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate, blood pressure .
- Documented care provided and submitted notes to supervisor.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, wheelchairs or automobiles and with dressing and grooming.
- Delivered high level of assistance with cooking, meal preparation, and shopping.
- Provided entertainment and companionship through conversation, reading, and board games.
Caregiver
Helen Roe
Ramona
08.2015 - 01.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work
Cuyamaca College
El Cajon, CA 01.2014 - 06.2015
Skills
- Activity planning
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Relationship building
- Attention to detail
- First aid response
- ADL assistance
- Respectful and compassionate
- Patient care and companionship
- Childhood development
- Infant care experience
- Homework assistance
- Infant care
- Outdoor play supervision
- Academic support
- School-age child care
- Toddler care experience
- Reading and storytelling
- Educational support
- Child Medicine Administration
- Multitasking ability
- Self motivation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Private Nanny
Self-employed
07.2020 - 03.2024
Home Health Aide
Coast Care Partners
01.2020 - 03.2020
Caregiver
Helen Roe
08.2015 - 01.2020
Associate of Science - Social Work
Cuyamaca College
01.2014 - 06.2015
Baker/Owner
The Little Apple Cottage Bakery
04/19/2 - Current
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