Melanie Sanjurjo Butawan
Tustin
Summary
Reliable, team-oriented professional with strong background in a fast-paced environment, including food service as my first job. Early childhood educator and Senior caretaker. Willing to learn new things, and my strong subject in school is Math.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
(Private Family)
Irvine
07.2011 - 05.2025
- Planned engaging educational and recreational activities to promote development.
- Supervised daily activities and routines for children in home environment.
- Assisted with homework and educational assignments to support learning goals.
- Prepared nutritious meals and snacks tailored to children's dietary needs.
- Managed household tasks including laundry, cleaning, and organization of play areas.
- Coordinated playdates and social activities to enhance social skills.
- Provided a safe, nurturing environment that fostered emotional well-being and security.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Assisted children with daily activities, such as dressing, bathing, and feeding.
- Engaged in after-school activities by assisting with sports practice and homework assignments.
- Traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Assigned age-appropriate chores to encourage self-confidence and responsibility.
- Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning, and play.
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
TutorTime Childcare
Aliso Viejo
08.2007 - 09.2010
- Assisted lead teacher in planning and implementing daily lesson activities.
- Supported children in developing social and emotional skills through interactive play.
- Helped supervise children during outdoor activities and field trips for safety.
- Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals, and naps.
- Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules, and maintain safety.
- Assisted with or led story time by reading books to children.
Caregiver
AristoCare Home HealthCare
Laguna Hills
06.2005 - 07.2007
- Provided personal care and assistance with daily living activities for clients.
- Assisted clients with bathing, dressing, and personal care to ensure comfort and hygiene.
- Administered medications and monitored client health conditions regularly.
- Assisted clients with mobility and transportation to appointments or activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment in client homes through regular housekeeping tasks.
- Offered companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being daily.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and supported clients during meals.
Education
Diploma - Teacher Assistant
Professional Career Development Institute
Atlanta, GA09-2005
High School Diploma -
Tustin High School
Tustin, CA06-1999
Some College (No Degree) -
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CASkills
- Early childhood development
- Activity supervision
- Time management
- Personal organization
- Communication skills
- Active listener
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Patience
- Dependable
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability to change
- Friendly/Caring
Accomplishments
- Caregiver of the Month (December 2005) (I was featured in the OC Register newspaper with the Owners of the company and the senior patient)
- Teacher of the Month (November 2006)
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Nanny
(Private Family)
07.2011 - 05.2025
Preschool Teacher's Assistant
TutorTime Childcare
08.2007 - 09.2010
Caregiver
AristoCare Home HealthCare
06.2005 - 07.2007
Diploma - Teacher Assistant
Professional Career Development Institute
High School Diploma -
Tustin High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Irvine Valley College