Shobna Prasad
Vancouver,BC
Summary
Seasoned Nanny knowledgeable about optimal childcare methods for children. Coordinated participation in school activities, sports and other events with balanced approaches. Achieved parental goals while providing enjoyable experiences for children. I am driven and consistent with 15 years of experience guiding children through daily routines. Exceptional at initiating activities to align with developmental levels.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
K/E Scorer
07.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Collaborated with parents to establish effective bedtime routines, resulting in improved sleep patterns for the children.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Maintained detailed logs of daily activities, milestones achieved, and any behavioral or health concerns that arose during care hours.
- Facilitated creative expression through art projects, imaginative play, storytelling sessions, and more.
Private Nanny
Davita/Peter W
09.2017 - Current
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating and school schedules for children.
- Led indoor and outdoor activities to entertain and occupy children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits.
Nanny Share
K Bambro, D Gordan, C Sheehan
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Provided nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring balanced nutrition for growing bodies.
Private Nanny
Julia/John H
01.2013 - 07.2016
- Drove children to dance, cheer and sports practices.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children.
Daycare Manager
Jenn's Family Daycare
05.2010 - 02.2012
- Ensured children were well cared for and safe and participated in play based care
- Made sure schedules were followed in regards to circle time, meals and snacks, and naps
- Ensured parents were informed of any and all incidents and received proper and complete information on their children's care.
Childcare Provider
Donna and Phil D
06.2008 - 11.2011
- Followed guidlines from behavioual interventionists on how to assist children in their every day care
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Observed children to proactively identify issues with emotional or physical development and worked with parents and supervisors to address concerns.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Thompson River University
Kamloops, BC01.2023
Conflict Resolution
Douglas College
New Westminster, BC01.2010
Skills
- Creating Good Habits
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Dependable and Responsible
- Self-confidence Development
- Regulating Schedules
- Behavior Modeling
- Potty Training
- Good Decision Making
- Meal Preparation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Child Safety
- Time Management
- Skill Building
- Family Schedule Development
- School Transportation
- Early Childhood Development
- Grocery Shopping
- Homework Help
- Teaching Empathy
- Computer Use
- Infant care experience
- Schedule Management
- Toddler care experience
- Activity Planning
Timeline
Private Nanny
K/E Scorer
07.2024 - Current
Nanny Share
K Bambro, D Gordan, C Sheehan
10.2022 - 05.2024
Private Nanny
Davita/Peter W
09.2017 - Current
Private Nanny
Julia/John H
01.2013 - 07.2016
Daycare Manager
Jenn's Family Daycare
05.2010 - 02.2012
Childcare Provider
Donna and Phil D
06.2008 - 11.2011
Associate of Arts -
Thompson River University
Conflict Resolution
Douglas College
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