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Competencies
Demonstrated experience with Behavior Management & Conflict Resolution.
Demonstrated experience with Positive Reinforcement & Motivation.
Demonstrated experience with Clear Communication & Active Listening.
Demonstrated experience with Observation & Attention to Detail.
Demonstrated experience with Adaptability & Problem-Solving.
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Nanny/Childcare Provider open to new opportunities
Experience
Nanny/Childcare Provider
Provide individualized care and developmental support for children ages 5 months -14 years, adapting activities and routines to each child's unique developmental needs, abilities, and interests.. Promote social-emotional development, communication, independence, and functional life skills through structured activities, play, and consistent daily routines.. Use positive reinforcement, redirection, modeling, and consistent expectations to encourage appropriate behaviors and help children develop emotional regulation and coping skills.. Support skill independence in areas including potty training, self-feeding, utensil use, stair navigation, communication, alphabet recognition, counting, and following daily routines.. Provide individualized support for a child with visual impairment and developmental delays, assisting with mobility exercises, corrective equipment, and activities designed to increase independence and functional skills.. Help develop functional communication skills, including expressing preferences, communicating interest or disinterest, and using language to communicate needs.. Support gross and fine motor development through structured physical activities, exercise, water activities, mobility practice, and age-appropriate play.. Help children build self-regulation and adaptive behaviors by maintaining predictable routines, providing appropriate choices, using redirection, and reinforcing positive behaviors.. Maintain a safe, structured, and engaging environment while providing close supervision and individualized attention.
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard
Provided swim instruction and water safety education to children and adults of varying ages, abilities, and skill levels.. Adapted instruction and activities to accommodate individual learning styles, abilities, comfort levels, and developmental needs.. Used clear communication, demonstration, repetition, encouragement, and positive reinforcement to help participants develop new skills and build confidence.. Taught water safety, following directions, appropriate pool behaviors, and emergency response procedures through structured lessons and activities.. Closely observed participants to identify safety concerns, learning challenges, and areas requiring additional instruction or support.. Maintained constant awareness of the environment and participant behavior while ensuring a safe, structured, and supportive setting.. Remained calm and focused during stressful or emergency situations, demonstrating strong situational awareness, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.. Built positive relationships with participants and families through patience, professionalism, and consistent communication.. Worked collaboratively with YMCA staff to maintain safety standards, coordinate programming, and provide a positive experience for participants.