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0-5 years of experience
Discussed emotional or developmental problems with parents Participated in parent conference
- Helped children develop habits of caring for hygiene and cleanliness
- Observed and monitored play activities
- Prepared nourishing meals and snacks
- Presented programs that furthered language and social skills
- Provided a structured environment for preschool children and taught them basic skills such as dressing and toileting
- Sterilized bottles and other equipment used for feeding infants
0-5 years of experience
Maintained continuous supervision of two school aged children to ensure safety.
- Instructed children in each school subjects four times a week.
- Responsible for the safety, discipline, and personal care of both children.
- Accountable for creating a safe, structured, and caring environment.
- Maintained calendar of appointments and created detailed itineraries.
0-5 years of experience
Conducted finical analysis between retail and nanny job to determine the most fiscally responsible choice for a college student.
- Transported the children to and from school, lessons, appointments and other events.
- Coordinated everyday activities that encouraged education and social skills.
- Created a fun, secure, inspiring and comfortable environment.
- Supervised children while parents were on vacation, business trips or weekend getaways.
- Given full responsibility with medication and any other medical needs.
0-5 years of experience
Regularly traveled with the family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks, fire stations and zoos.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for 2 children on a daily basis
- One child was partially deaf and required assistance in speech therapy
- Assisted in physical therapy for the same child, resulting in increased mobility
- Recognized for noted improvement in child’s speech, chewing muscles, and capability to eat independently (9 years old)
- Organized full summer schedule
0-5 years of experience
Cared for one child from infancy to toddler
- Carried out daily activities to meet the child’s physical, and social-emotional needs
- Prepared and served meals and snacks to the child dependent on physical development
- Prepared crafts and art play to develop fine and gross motor development
- Developed early literacy and exposed child to Spanish language
- Maintained a secure environment, and safeguard of child
0-5 years of experience
- Facilitated active learning environment for a young child to thrive.
- Mentored child during early childhood development phase of life.
- Identified developmental delays and implemented educational plan to overcome delays.
- Worked actively to fulfill wishes and requirements given by supervisor.
0-5 years of experience
Provides care for Type-1 diabetic four year old. Monitors and tests for blood glucose (BG) levels to ensure they are within medical range. Screens child’s diet for proper foods and administers two insulin medications (Basal and Bolus) according to BG levels, activities planned for the day, and carbohydrate ratio of meals. Monitors and controls daily activities to ensure proper health. Drives child to school, tutoring, ice skating, dance, and various activities throughout the day. Prepares all meals ahead of time. Organizes medical supplies, conducts inventory for expiration dates and proper supply levels. Trained at Children’s Hospital on Continuous Glucose Monitor device.
- Quickly assumed responsibilities after family lost confidence in first nanny.
- Normalized child’s daily life and prevented hospitalization by vigilantly monitoring child’s BG levels, meals, and activity. Ensured mother and father were regularly informed of progress.
- Enabled child’s mother to resume her career.
0-5 years of experience
Joyfully took care of two little girls
- • Prepared and served meals
- • Safely drove the children to school and after school activities
- • Provided a safe and loving environment
0-5 years of experience
Assisted child to prepare for school in the morning.
- Supervised child on and off the bus daily
- Prepared snacks for child; sometimes prepared dinner
- Cared for child all day for three summers and second child on a part-time basis
- Provided guidance and redirection utilizing problem-solving skills
0-5 years of experience
Provided Stable, caring environment for newborn thru 18months of age
- Maintained feeding schedules, diaper changes, and daily activities.
- Kept child safe areas to prevent accidents in and outside of the home.
- Took care of light household duties.
- Assisted with care on trips and activities planned for vacations and holiday.
0-5 years of experience
Creatively planned activities promoting physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development of the children.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks.
- Complied as closely as possible to Employers preferences regarding discipline: Positive discipline and reinforcement.
- Tended to children’s personal hygiene, health, and welfare.
- Maintained children’s laundry, bedrooms, and play areas.
- Responsible for being flexible regarding emergencies.
- Drove the children to and from activities during the summer.
0-5 years of experience
Ensured safety and happiness of the child
- Provided daily learning exercises
- Provided personal assistance to the family such as calendar management, appointment coordination, and help with everyday tasks
- Helped plan and prepare the family for a move out of state -including travel arraignments, coordination with movers, home inspectors, and repairs
- Participated in arts and crafts to help expand the child’s creativity and imagination
- Provided a loving environment which encouraged the child to flourish and advance in his fine motor skills and physical coordination skills
0-5 years of experience
Provided a positive environment and fun activities for a 13 year old boy
- Picked him up from school every day, gave him a snack, or dinner
- Organized his student calendar and purchased his school supplies.
- Drove him to dentist appointments, tutoring sessions, visit with friends
- Managed a substantial petty cash account for the family’s needs
- Personal assistant to parent for home maintenance appointments
- Coordinated shopping for family events such as vacations and birthdays
6-10 years of experience
Cared for multiple families over the last eight years, children ages vary from 5 months to 17 years of age.
- Prepare all meals for children, and responsible for dressing and personal hygiene of children.
- [company name], extracurricular classes, and educational outings.
- Responsible for household shopping, laundry, daily errands, overseeing all service visits to the home.
- Attend doctors’ appointments with children and administer medications as needed.
- Tend to family pets (including house training, feeding and administering daily medications).
0-5 years of experience
Care for home, pets, and five children; ages one, two, six, ten and twelve full time.
- Ensure that the children’s chores, homework and agenda review are completed daily.
- Entertain with crafts and outdoor activities and prepare snacks and meals.
- Charge to keep them safe, nurture their development, and provide for their physical and emotional needs in the absence of the parents.
- Accomplish duties that include light housekeeping, laundry, and other tasks to assist in maintaining a functional and clean household.
- Transport children to and from doctor’s appointments, activities and other functions.
0-5 years of experience
Temporary position- Cared for two toddlers, for one month, 45 hours a week.
- Was trusted with a free-range of play throughout the city in different parks, museums and playgroups.
- Arrived in early morning, taking care of breakfast duties, lunch, naptime, bathing, dinner, and bedtime.
- Followed a schedule of events for both children including: music class, dance class, and playgroups.
- Created fun and loving environment for children; promoted good behavior by positive reinforcement.
6-10 years of experience
Provided daily care for two children through the ages 1-5.
- Prepared nutritious meals for children
- Organized activities both inside and out of home. (To help build up skills through educational games).
- Taught proper etiquette.
- Light housekeeping throughout the day.
- Supporting the daily routine of the family
- Instructed children in personal cleanliness and social development.
0-5 years of experience
Instructs children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact or play with unsafe objects.
- Models appropriate social behaviors and encourage concern for others to cultivate development of interpersonal relationships and communication skills.
- Observes children’s behavior for irregularities, take temperature, transport children to doctor, or administer medications, as directed, to maintain children’s health.
- Teaches and perform age-appropriate activities, such as lap play, reading, and arts and crafts to encourage intellectual development of children.
- Helps prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.
- Instructs and assists children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior.
0-5 years of experience
Care for the general well-being of 2 children on a full-time basis in their home
- Maintain a safe & clean environment for the children
- Prepare, serve and feed meals/snacks
- Engage children in fun and educational activities both indoors and outdoors (i.e. local parks, zoos, bike riding, museums, fruit farms, etc)
- Bathe and ready them for bed (on occasion)
- Various other household duties: light housekeeping, cooking, laundry, grocery shopping, running errands, etc
0-5 years of experience
Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Helped develop the family’s schedule to maintain household order.
- Engaged in after-school activities including sport practice and homework.
- Organized activities that enhanced children’s physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Made healthy snacks and meals for children.
- Closely monitored children’s play activities to verify safety.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Coordinated field trips to local parks and zoos.
0-5 years of experience
Provide nanny care for 3 children (boys range in age from 3 to 8 years old-have been their caretaker for 5 years)
- Meet regularly with parents to discuss children’s activities and development
- Help prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children
- Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact with unsafe objects
- Organize and conduct age appropriate recreational activities such as games, arts and crafts, sports, walks and playdates
- Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties related to childrens’ care
- Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits such as eating, resting and toilet behavior
- Remove hazards and develop appropriate boundaries and rules to develop a safe environment for children
0-5 years of experience
Provided original education enrichment activities to a toddler and infant
- Met with parents on a weekly basis to discuss the weeks plans as well as any issues or disciplinary actions
- Carried out daily activities to meet the physical and emotional needs of children
- Took children on walks and educational trips
- Prepared and served breakfast, lunch and dinner
0-5 years of experience
Cleaned and cooked for family on regular basis
- Transported children to and from camps and activities
- Provided educational and developmental activities for three children
- Transported children to and from athletic events
- Maintained orderly and clean household
0-5 years of experience
One to two days a week, graveyard and morning shift.
- Prepare and feed one toddler and one six year old breakfast and prepare them for school.
- Walk Eight year old to the bus stop and occasionally drive the toddler to day care/ school.
- Take care of family’s dog, cat and multiple chickens.
- Housesit as needed.
- Occasionally drive seven year old to sporting events.
- Drive children to community parks.
0-5 years of experience
Provide quality care to the two children and a baby while parents are at work or out of town
- Travel with the family to provide care for the children while vacationing
- Assist the children with homework and responsible for working with and progressing the baby
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for the children
- Perform many other various personal assistant tasks as requested
0-5 years of experience
Oversaw daily welfare of five children
- School pickup and transport during rush hours
- Managed schedules and extra-curricular activities
- Tutored in basic core curriculum and higher sciences
- Prepared nutrient balanced meals and snacks
- Trusted to self-pay wages from employer’s bank account
0-5 years of experience
Transport children to school, extra-curricular activities, and medical appointments.
- Supervise and assist with homework
- Organize recreational activities, such as, arts and crafts, games, walks and play dates.
- Help prepare and serve nutritionally balanced meals and snacks for children.
- Perform housekeeping and cleaning duties related to children’s care.
- Meet regularly with parents to discuss children’s activities and development.
- Communicate with children’s parents about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
0-5 years of experience
- Oversaw and organized educational and recreational activities for children
- Prepared lunch, snacks, and dinner
- Devoted attention and time for bathing time and potty training
- Pick up from school
0-5 years of experience
Engaged with children on an individual basis to build positive relationships with them.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Made healthy snacks and meals for [2] children [per family].
- Organized activities that enhanced children’s physical, emotional and social well-being.
- Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior.
- Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Promoted language development skills through reading, storytelling, and play.
- Promoted good behavior by using the positive reinforcement method.
- Engaged with children individually to meet their emotional and physical needs.
- Helped develop the family’s schedule to maintain household order.
6-10 years of experience
Assists children with assignments and projects successfully.
- Models and conditions age-appropriate behavior.
- Ensures child safety by implementing childcare management programs.
- Researches, manages, and resolves crisis typical to childcare.
- Creates weekend edu-tainment curriculum for children, ages 0 to 12.
- Builds a rapport with military families.
0-5 years of experience
Daily care and supervision of twin girls and newborn baby.
- Feeding, changing, playing and caring for a newborn (until she was 6 months).
- Feeding, getting ready, playing, engaging, making lunches, play dates, naps, lessons for twin girls 2 year olds (until they were almost 4).
- Keeping the house picked up and making supper.
- Still babysit the girls to this day.
0-5 years of experience
Fully responsible for the safety and well-being of a five-year-old boy.
- Responsible for school pick-up Monday through Friday, provide afternoon meals and take him to all activities in which he is enrolled.
- Help with homework, which includes reading, writing, and math in both English and Spanish.
- Keep him entertained and active by reading, playing games, arranging play dates, etc.
- Walking, feeding, and general care for the family’s two dogs and cat.
6-10 years of experience
- Prepare home cooked meals and encourage assistance to provide a new learning experience.
- Educate a 8-year-old girl about social skills such as use of manners and learning to share with others.
- Assist the child by teaching and implementing the alphabet, reviewing colors, writing and counting.
- Assist the child with her homework and with understanding what she is learning.
- Implement daily routines such as cleaning, and cooking.
0-5 years of experience
Nanny of triplets since 4 weeks old.
- Complete daily reports updating children’s progress.
- Complete inventory report 3 times weekly regarding all supplies.
- Maintain neat and healthy household, including laundry, preparing meals and otherwise satisfying needs of children and parents.
- Creating educational activities and projects.
- Keeping the children safe and happy.
- Multitasking in a busy environment.
- Pick-up from morning preschool twice a week.
0-5 years of experience
Provide daily childcare for children aged 1 to 12.
- Manage difficult circumstances utilizing communication and positive discipline techniques to ensure both the child and parent’s needs are met.
- Develop and engage in age-appropriate activities that foster development.
- Assist with teaching children various skills (e.g., practical life skills, pre-school arithmetic, reading and writing skills, homework assistance for school-aged children).
- Model appropriate behavior for the children including courtesy, listening skills, patience, good team-playing behavior, and kindness.
0-5 years of experience
Create and maintain a complex and detailed schedule
- Create and implement lesson plans and activities focused on learning letters, counting, phonics, arts and crafts, and science experiments
- Plan and facilitate educational and recreational field trips
- Effectively lead lesson plans which resulted in Maddy having the best penmanship in her class
- Instruct children in personal cleanliness and social manners
- Identify and develop skill sets
10+ years of experience
Look after young children not yet of age in terms of dressing and bathing
- Prepare healthy meals and snacks
- Model positive behavior and appropriately correct misbehavior
- Encourage social interaction and provide stimulating learning environments
- Supervise children’s activities and accompany them to outside activities
- Trusted to administer medicines to children on instruction
- Perform light housekeeping activities and run family errands
10+ years of experience
Responsible for care of children in various ages in an overnight setting
- Committed to care for all aged children
- Helped with homework and educational activities
- Organized activities both inside and outside the home
- Instilled a love for reading and learning in daily activities
0-5 years of experience
Maintain household cleanliness.
- Instruct children in safe behavior, such as seeking adult assistance when crossing the street and avoiding contact or play with unsafe objects.
- Organize and conduct age-appropriate recreational activities, such as games, arts and crafts, sports, walks, and play dates.
- Observe children’s behavior for irregularities, take temperature, transport children to doctor, or administer medications, as directed, to maintain children’s health.
- Supervise and assist with homework.
- Instruct and assist children in the development of health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet behavior.
0-5 years of experience
Organized and engaged in recreational activities such as games and puzzles.
- Established safe play environment for the Children.
- Communicate openly with Parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Establish a safe play environment for the Children.
- Make Nutritious Breakfasts, Lunches and Snacks for the Children.
0-5 years of experience
Teach basic skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, personal hygiene, and social skills.
- Arrange indoor and outdoor space to facilitate creative play, motor-skill activities, and safety.
- Serve meals and snacks in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Communicate with children’s parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
- Support children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits.
- Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs.
- Accompany children to and from school, on outings, and to medical appointments.
0-5 years of experience
Care for three children all under the age of 10.
- Accompany children on field trips and outings
- Keep to a schedule and always on time
- Create new crafts and activities weekly
- Collaborate with parents on the weeks most current schedule
0-5 years of experience
Caring for two children, ages 8 and 4
- Communicating with parents, teachers and therapists
- Daily documentation of child’s progress
- Act as a liaison for maintaining child’s schedule
0-5 years of experience
Provide full care for 2 children, ages 2 and 5, Monday through Friday
- Maintain accurate daily records of children’s individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps
- Model appropriate social behavior and encourage concern for others
- Encourage safe and positive behavior
- Redirect negative behaviors in a kind yet functional manner
- Administer medication and minor first aid
- Schedule play dates and actives
- Drive children to school, appointments and activities
- Maintain a child-friendly environment with engaging activities and continuous access to the outdoors and indoor fun
0-5 years of experience
Provide daily care, nurture and teach 6 year old
- Reliable and trusted nanny of 2 years, no call-ins
- Help with household chores such as laundry and dishes
- Pick up student from school and activities, help with homework
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for the safety and well-being of two small children
- Learned to understand the children’s emotions and behaviors
- Plan and prepare healthy meals for the children
- Complete housework and take care of family pets
- Maintain a clean environment for the children
- Provide transportation from school and to activities
0-5 years of experience
Supervise and care for child/children
- Collect children from school
- Supervise homework and school projects
- Undertake light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dusting, and vacuuming
- Transport children to activities and appointments
- Organize and take children on regular outings
0-5 years of experience
Currently nanny for two children
- Help children with homework and learning skills
- Educate the children whom are dealing with bullying on how to deal with the issue
- Assisting the children with dealing with grief and the loss of their father
0-5 years of experience
- Safely transported children to and from school and extra-curricular activities.
- Engaged in after-school activities including outdoor play and homework.
- Made healthy snacks and meals for 2 children.
Nanny Duties and Responsibilities
While a nanny’s specific responsibilities can vary greatly from day to day, most share several core duties:
Maintain a Safe and Positive Environment The primary duty of a nanny is to help families and children by maintaining a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. Most nannies begin working with families when their child is a newborn, so nannies ensure that children develop socially, emotionally, and behaviorally by creating a safe, supportive environment through activities, positive encouragement, and establishment of rules and expectations.
Bathe and Dress Children Nannies also assist with everyday tasks around the house, such as bathing and dressing children. For newborns and infants, this tends to involve a special tub or insert, while for older children bath time may involve more playing and a greater degree of independence. Nannies also decide on outfits and dress children based on the day’s activities and weather, making sure they’re not too hot or cold.
Prepare and Serve Meals to Children In most cases, nannies also prepare and serve meals to children throughout the day. For infants and newborns, this can include heating bottles, while for older children this can involve providing baby food or fully cooked meals throughout the day. While preparing meals, nannies keep an eye on temperature and ingredients to keep children safe.
Manage Children’s Health While caring for children, nannies also manage their health and administer medication. A nanny may notice a change in a child’s health or behavior and alert their parents, for example, or accompany the child to a doctor’s appointment if their parents need extra help. Nannies may also treat scrapes and cuts or take care of children when they are feeling ill.
Perform Housekeeping Tasks Many nannies also perform basic housekeeping tasks throughout the day, whether they live with a family or if the child stays with them. These tasks generally include cleaning up dishes after meals, picking up toys and objects from play areas, and cleaning clothing and linens. Additionally, the nanny may clean the house while the child is sleeping to prevent the buildup of debris or to address messes.
Transport Children to and from Appointments and Activities Finally, nannies transport children to appointments and activities such as playdates. Nannies tend to have driver’s licenses and their own vehicles (or use of the family’s vehicle) and follow proper safety procedures and car seat usage guidelines to safely transport children. For shorter distances, nannies may place children in strollers or walk with them if they are old enough.
Nanny Skills and Qualifications
Nannies take care of children, ensuring their safety, happiness, and social development. Most nannies tend to have at least a high school diploma and the following skills:
- Childcare skills – nannies should be very familiar with childcare basics such as feeding, bathing, and dressing children, as well as managing behavior and teaching skills and manners
- First aid skills – first aid skills are also helpful in this role, as nannies may need to treat injuries or take care of children when they are sick. Nannies also may need to administer medication
- Patience and compassion – nannies should possess a great deal of patience and compassion, especially when dealing with children who are throwing tantrums or behaving badly
- Punctuality and reliability – because nannies often need to bring children to appointments and activities and work with parents’ schedules, they should be reliable and punctual
- Attention to detail – nannies should be highly attentive to make sure that the children in their care remain safe at all times, monitor behavior and activities, and provide information to parents
- Organization skills – nannies also need to be very organized, since they may be in charge of determining a child’s entire day and coming up with schedules and activities to encourage social and behavioral growth
Nanny Education and Training
There are no formal education requirements for nannies, although most have at least a high school diploma or GED. A background in caring for children tends to be the most important factor for securing employment as a nanny. There are several certifications available, however, which can also enhance employment prospects. Both the International Nanny Association (INA) and Newborn Care Specialist Association (NCSA) offer certification examinations. Finally, CPR certification is very helpful in this role.
Nanny Salary and Outlook
A nanny’s salary can depend on many factors, including whether they work full or part time and whether they live with the families they work for. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides salary estimates for childcare workers, which includes nannies. The BLS found that childcare workers earn a median hourly wage of $10.72, with the highest-earning 10 percent making over $15.76 per hour and the lowest earning making less than $8.41 per hour. The BLS estimates that employment of childcare workers will grow 7 percent by 2026, which is close to the average for all occupations.
Helpful Resources
We searched the web and found many resources if you’d like to learn more about working as a nanny:
International Nanny Association – the INA is a professional organization for nannies that provides continuing education and professional development materials and certification examinations
The Best Nanny Handbook: The Ultimate Guide for Nannies – author Emma Kensington focuses on the day-to-day responsibilities of a nanny as well as professional considerations such as salaries and taxes
Newborn Care Specialist Association – nannies who wish to focus on caring for newborns and infants can achieve certification through the NCSA and access training materials and a professional network
The Nanny Textbook: The Professional Nanny Guide to Child Care – read this in-depth guidebook to learn basic and advanced childcare techniques for nannies working with children of any age
Nanny Resume FAQ.
What should I put on my nanny resume?
The information you place on your nanny resume depends on each household’s unique needs. Follow these three tips to appeal to hiring parents.
- Quantifiable experience: Add information related to previous nanny jobs, such as the ability to care for two or more children, accommodate dietary restrictions for the kid’s snacks, or reduce budget while maintaining standard of care.
- Showcase skills: Carefully choose which skills to feature on your resume. For example, if a job includes providing child care to a teen, you can prompt experience as an advanced placement tutor, a college prep advisor or a former high school tutor.
- Specialized training: Adding certifications and licenses such as infant and child CPR and first aid, autism education certificate and culinary training can build trust in your competencies.
How do you describe a nanny on a resume?
The essential information to describe on your nanny resume is how you helped support the physical, emotional and social needs of the family under your care. Prioritize your relationship with the children you nanny, but don’t forget to include how you developed a supportive relationship with the parents.
How do you put a full-time nanny on a resume?
You’ll format your work experience as a full-time nanny the same way you would write about other jobs:
Job Title, Name of Employer
Dates of employment, Location
- Descriptions of responsibilities or skills.
- Descriptions of responsibilities or skills.
- Descriptions of responsibilities or skills.
For example, your full-time nanny experience might look like this:
Full-time Nanny, Smith Family
April 2019 – Current
- Partnered with parents to create a daily schedule for two children, aged 3 and 5, that prioritized basic social and motor skills.
- Prepared nourishing meals and snacks with children to teach simple self-care and confidence.
- Provided on-site and overnight child care when necessary to help accommodate parents’ work schedules and travel obligations.