Natalie Valdez

Job Title: Night Nanny / Part-Time & Full-Time Nanny / Doula

Part-Time Responsibilities (September 2023 - Transition to Full-Time):

• Baby Care & Supervision: Cared for the baby, who was 3 months old when you started, including feeding, diapering, and ensuring general safety.

• Night Nanny Duties: Monitored the baby during nighttime, assisting with overnight feedings, comforting, and ensuring safe sleep practices.

• Sleep & Soothing Techniques: Supported the baby in developing healthy sleep patterns using methods like rocking, swaddling, or calming lullabies.

• Transport & Outings: Took the baby to appointments, family events, and outings, ensuring safe and comfortable transportation.

• Tracking Milestones: Documented the baby’s developmental milestones, such as motor skills, social engagement, and sensory exploration.

• Managing Baby Essentials: Ensured baby-related items, such as clothes, bottles, toys, and gear, were clean, organized, and easily accessible.

• Feeding & Nap Assistance: Assisted with bottle feeding or breastfeeding, and helped establish nap and bedtime routines.

Full-Time Responsibilities (9.5-Hour Days, 6 Days a Week, Transitioning from Part-Time):

• Full-Time Baby Care: Provided comprehensive daily care for the baby, including all feeding, diapering, and playtime activities as the baby grew.

• Supporting Milestone Development: Worked with the family to foster developmental milestones, such as sitting up, crawling, and social interactions.

• Routine & Schedule Management: Helped establish and maintain a consistent daily routine for meals, naps, and bedtime to promote the baby’s health and well-being.

• Health & Safety Monitoring: Monitored the baby’s health and addressed any concerns, reporting changes in behavior or signs of illness to the parents.

• Transporting the Baby: Managed transportation to appointments, outings, and other activities, ensuring that all essential items were packed and the baby was comfortable.

• Continued Nighttime Care (from part-time): Continued providing overnight care, ensuring the baby was fed, comfortable, and safe throughout the night.

• Engaging the Baby: Participated in developmental play, including reading, singing, and other interactive activities to stimulate cognitive and emotional growth.

• Assisting with Household Tasks: Supported the family with light household chores, such as washing baby clothes, cleaning bottles, and preparing baby food.

• Regular Communication with Parents: Provided updates on the baby’s progress, health, and behavior, ensuring parents were informed and involved.

• Physical & Emotional Support: Provided comfort and reassurance, promoting a strong bond with the baby while ensuring they felt safe and loved.

Doula Responsibilities (November 2024 - February 2025):

• Birth Support: Provided emotional, physical, and informational support to the parents before, during, and after the baby’s birth, assisting with relaxation techniques, pain management, and positioning.

• Prenatal Education: Offered guidance and resources to the parents about childbirth, including comfort measures, labor progression, and creating a birth plan.

• Postpartum Support: Assisted the family during the postpartum period, providing support with newborn care, breastfeeding, and emotional recovery for the mother.

• Advocacy & Emotional Reassurance: Acted as a calming presence for the family, offering encouragement and advocating for their birth preferences and decisions.

• Help with Family Transition: Supported the family’s transition to parenthood, offering advice on newborn care, sleep schedules, and emotional well-being.

• Childcare & Supervision: Cared for the family’s child(ren) during the afternoons or when the parents were busy, ensuring their safety and well-being.

• Play & Developmental Activities: Engaged in creative and educational activities such as arts and crafts, reading, and games to support the child’s development.

• Light Household Duties: Helped with light housekeeping tasks like tidying up the child’s play area, doing dishes, or folding laundry.

• Meal Preparation: Prepared snacks or light meals for the child and ensured they followed any dietary preferences or restrictions.

• Transporting the Child: Took the child to local activities or events (e.g., parks, playdates) and ensured safe transport when needed.

• Nap & Bedtime Routines: Assisted in putting the child down for naps or bedtime, establishing consistent and comforting routines.

Full-Time Responsibilities (2021-2022):

• 24/7 Childcare Support: Provided full-time care for the child(ren), managing their daily routines, meals, naps, and activities in a structured manner.

• School or Virtual Learning Assistance: Assisted with homework or remote learning tasks (if applicable), providing support with reading, writing, or other subjects.

• Extended Child Engagement: Engaged the child in stimulating indoor and outdoor activities, from educational games to physical activities like playing in the yard or taking walks.

• Managing Behavioral Needs: Worked closely with the family to manage behavioral challenges, fostering positive communication and teaching social skills.

• Health & Wellness Support: Helped monitor the child’s health, including administering medication or overseeing appointments as needed (if applicable).

• Routine & Schedule Management: Maintained a consistent routine for meals, naps, and bedtime, keeping the child’s schedule on track to support their well-being.

• Organizing & Managing Supplies: Managed the child’s toys, clothing, and other supplies, ensuring everything was organized and in good condition.

• Family Support: Assisted with general family needs like running errands, grocery shopping, or coordinating appointments, helping to ease the parents’ daily workload.

• Travel with the Family: Accompanied the family on trips (local or out-of-town), providing full-time childcare support during travel, including managing logistics, packing, and ensuring the child’s needs were met throughout the journey.

• Travel Coordination: Assisted with travel arrangements, including ensuring the child had the necessary items for trips (e.g., snacks, entertainment, comfort items) and maintaining a smooth schedule during travel time.

Core Responsibilities & Skills:

• Ensured Child Safety: Supervised children in a secure, welcoming environment while their parents used gym facilities, maintaining constant vigilance.

• Led Developmental Activities: Designed and facilitated interactive and creative activities, such as storytelling, puzzles, and games, to engage children in learning and play.

• Fostered Positive Behavior: Guided children in practicing social skills, including sharing and collaboration, to promote a harmonious group environment.

• Maintained Cleanliness & Organization: Kept the childcare area neat, sanitized, and organized, ensuring that toys and equipment were in top condition and ready for use.

• Provided Emotional Support: Offered comfort to children experiencing separation anxiety or distress, helping them feel at ease during their time in daycare.

• Communicated Effectively with Parents: Provided parents with updates regarding their child’s activities and behavior during their gym session, ensuring clear and friendly communication.

• Managed Play Area: Created an inviting and stimulating space by arranging age-appropriate toys and learning materials, allowing children to explore safely.

• Addressed Emergencies: Responded to minor incidents and first-aid situations swiftly, following safety protocols and keeping children’s well-being as the top priority.

• Performed Administrative Tasks: Assisted with check-in/check-out procedures, ensuring accurate attendance and handling special requests or instructions from parents.

• Supervised and Engaged Children: Monitored children aged 6 months to 12 years in a safe and nurturing environment while parents worked out.

• Planned & Led Activities: Organized age-appropriate activities such as arts and crafts, games, and educational play to keep children entertained and engaged.

• Promoted Positive Social Interactions: Encouraged children to share, take turns, and work together, fostering teamwork and cooperation.

• Maintained a Safe Environment: Ensured the safety and well-being of children at all times, following gym policies for security and health.

• Provided Comfort & Reassurance: Offered emotional support to children who were upset, ensuring they felt comfortable and secure while their parents exercised.

• Cleaned & Organized Play Area: Ensured that the play area was clean, safe, and organized, maintaining hygiene standards and keeping toys and equipment in good condition.

• Communicated with Parents: Provided feedback to parents about their child’s behavior, activities, and any concerns, ensuring open communication regarding the children’s needs.

• Handled Emergency Situations: Responded quickly and calmly to any minor accidents or issues, following the gym’s emergency protocols and ensuring children’s health and safety.

• Assisted in Childcare Administration: Helped with checking in children, maintaining attendance, and ensuring that all parents’ instructions and special needs were followed.

• Assist in classroom setup: Help prepare materials, arrange learning stations, and set up educational activities for the day.

• Monitor children during activities: Supervise children during Montessori-based activities, ensuring they are engaged and safe.

• Assist with transitions: Help children transition smoothly between activities, such as moving from playtime to group lessons.

Child Engagement:

• Provide one-on-one support: Work with individual children on specific learning activities or provide extra help if needed (e.g., language development, motor skills).

• Encourage social interaction: Foster positive social skills by guiding children in cooperative play, sharing, and group activities.

• Promote independence: Support children as they learn to complete tasks on their own, in line with the Montessori method of independence.

Educational Support:

• Prepare Montessori materials: Help prepare and organize Montessori learning materials for children to use in various activities, such as puzzles, blocks, or sensory bins.

• Assist in teaching basic skills: Support children in learning foundational skills such as counting, letter recognition, and basic problem-solving.

• Encourage creative play: Guide children in arts and crafts, imaginative play, and other creative activities.

Personal Care & Safety:

• Assist with daily routines: Help with diaper changes, potty training, or snack and lunchtime routines, depending on the children’s ages.

• Ensure safety: Monitor the children during play, both indoors and outdoors, ensuring their safety at all times.

• Comfort children: Provide comfort to children who may be feeling upset, offering reassurance and support.

Administrative Tasks:

• Help with attendance: Assist in keeping track of attendance and any notes or reminders from parents.

• Maintain a clean environment: Help keep the classroom tidy, organize materials, and clean up after activities.

• Record child progress: Take notes on children’s development, behavior, and any observations that the lead teacher may want to review later.

Communication:

• Communicate with lead teachers: Share information about children’s behavior, progress, or needs with the head teacher or director.

• Support family communication: Relay any necessary updates or messages from parents during drop-off or pick-up times.

• Feeding: Prepared, warmed, and fed bottles (breast milk or formula) on a regular schedule.

• Burping: Ensured proper burping after each feeding to prevent gas and discomfort.

• Diaper Changes: Changed diapers frequently to maintain hygiene and prevent rashes.

• Nap Routine: Helped establish a consistent nap schedule by soothing the baby to sleep.

• Swaddling: Comforted the baby by swaddling for naps and bedtime.

Hygiene & Care:

• Baby Laundry: Washed and folded baby clothes, blankets, and burp cloths.

• Bottle Cleaning: Sterilized bottles and pacifiers to maintain cleanliness.

• Bathing: Assisted with sponge baths or full baths as needed.

Developmental Activities:

• Tummy Time: Encouraged tummy time to strengthen neck and core muscles.

• Sensory Play: Provided gentle stimulation through music, soft toys, and contrasting colors.

• Talking & Singing: Engaged the baby with soothing sounds, lullabies, and simple conversations.

• Reading: Read soft books to support early language development.

Comfort & Soothing:

• Rocking & Holding: Provided comfort by rocking, holding, and cuddling the baby.

• Using White Noise: Played white noise or soft music to help with sleep.

• Pacifier Use: Offered a pacifier when appropriate for self-soothing.

Parent Communication:

• Daily Updates: Kept parents informed about feedings, naps, and any changes in behavior.

• Following Routine: Ensured consistency with parents’ preferred schedule and care methods.

• Provided part-time care for an infant from 3 months old, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.

• Managed daily infant care, including diaper changes, bottle preparation and cleaning, feeding, baby laundry, and nap routines.

• Engaged in age-appropriate activities to support early childhood development, including tummy time, sensory play, and reading.

• Going on occasional walks to park.

• Assisted with the care of a 7-year-old autistic child, ensuring his unique needs were met by:

• Administering medication by crushing pills into ice cream.

• Encouraging sensory activities such as cutting paper and allowing free movement around the home.

• Providing a structured yet flexible routine to create a comfortable and supportive environment.

• Supervised and engaged with the family’s 10-year-old daughter in a supportive and friendly manner while primarily focusing on the younger children.

• Walking to pick kids up from school around the corner.

• Communicated regularly with parents regarding children’s routines, development, and any concerns.

• Maintained a clean and organized environment, assisting with light household tasks related to childcare.