Skyler Dandridge
San Marcos
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with experience as a Private Nanny for Kirby and Grace Garrett, skilled in relationship building and emotional support. Proven ability to foster social skill development and manage schedules effectively. CPR certified, I create nurturing environments that promote healthy habits and cognitive growth in children.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Private Nanny
Kirby and Grace Garrett
6187 Wellington Commons Drive Alexandria VA
06.2022 - 07.2023
- 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 child.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to encourage essential social skills and cognitive development.
- Engaged with children using age-appropriate communication to enhance understanding.
- Promoted healthy eating habits by preparing nutritious meals and snacks on a daily basis.
- Designed consistent schedules to support developmental milestones.
- Supported emotional growth by helping children navigate conflicts with empathy and understanding while teaching problem-solving skills.
- Documented daily activities, milestones, and any behavioral or health issues encountered during care hours.
- Ensured a balanced approach to technology and offline activities through screen time monitoring.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Kindercare
Dumfries, VA
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Monitored and enforced safety protocols to support an organized classroom atmosphere.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety by sanitizing toys and play equipment daily.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Updated parents frequently on children's daily activities and behaviors.
Education
Hayfield
Alexandria06.2019
Skills
- Relationship building
- Infant care experience
- Schedule management
- Toddler care experience
- Early childhood education
- Emotional support
- CPR training
- Social skill development
Certification
- Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff
- Virginia Health and Safety Update Training for Child
Timeline
Private Nanny
Kirby and Grace Garrett
06.2022 - 07.2023
Childcare Assistant Teacher
Kindercare
01.2022 - 05.2022
Hayfield