Autumn Rearden
Olive Branch
Summary
Accomplished Infant Teacher at Joint Base Charleston Air Force and seasoned In-Home Nanny, I excel in fostering child development and ensuring safety through state and facility regulations including first aid and CPR skills. I am known for exceptional communication and creating nurturing environments, my approach has consistently resulted in positive developmental milestones and satisfied families. I have created long lasting relationships with all families and children I have worked with.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for newborn baby
- Assisted parents with new skills associated with bottle feeding, baby-led weaning, establishing a routine.
- Provided ongoing support for new parents by offering practical advice on infant care, sleep schedules, and developmental milestones.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Maintained clean and organized play spaces for infants, reducing risks of accidents or injuries during playtime.
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Responsible for the care of two children (infant and toddler).
- Collaborated with parents on establishing routines that fostered independence and self-discipline in children.
- Aided in cognitive development by incorporating educational games and activities into daily routines.
- Adapted childcare approach according to each child''s unique personality traits, ensuring personalized care.
- Provided overnight care during family vacations or business trips, ensuring a seamless transition for the children.
- Encouraged creativity through arts and crafts projects fostering fine motor skill development.
- Improved children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group outings.
- Supported potty training process using gentle encouragement techniques leading to successful milestones achievements.
- Assisted in implementing sleep routines leading to improved restfulness for both children and parents.
- Parted ways due to family needs.
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Responsible for the care of 8 month old twins
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
- Parted ways due to family needs.
Infant Teacher
Joint Base Charleston Air Force
08.2021 - 11.2022
- Maintained a safe, nurturing environment for infants by adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Responsible for the care of 8 infants per classroom, 4 infants per teacher
- Kept classroom and feeding areas clean, neat, and safe.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Managed personal hygiene requirements with frequent diaper changes, use of bibs, and monitoring of behaviors.
- Charted daily feedings, naps, diaper changes
- Worked with teachers to prepare lesson plans and developmental activities
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
04.2012 - 05.2018
- Developed strong rapport with families, leading to numerous referrals for additional babysitting opportunities.
- Built trust with both parents and children by consistently demonstrating professionalism, punctuality, and dependability throughout each babysitting assignment.
- Enhanced parent satisfaction by providing consistent and reliable babysitting services for date nights.
- Developed strong bonds with families, resulting in long-term relationships and repeat babysitting opportunities.
- Created an enjoyable atmosphere during babysitting sessions through storytelling, games, and music.
- Kept detailed records of each babysitting session including hours worked, activities completed, and any pertinent notes for parents.
Education
Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Indianapolis, INNursing
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCNursing
Baptist Health And Science University
Memphis, TN04-2027
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Classroom organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Lesson implementation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Infant care experience
- Child development
- Activity planning
- First aid Certified through the Air Force
- CPR certified through the Air Force
Timeline
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
01.2024 - Current
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
11.2022 - 12.2023
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
05.2022 - 11.2022
Infant Teacher
Joint Base Charleston Air Force
08.2021 - 11.2022
In-Home Nanny
Private Family Client
04.2012 - 05.2018
Nursing
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Nursing
Trident Technical College
Nursing
Baptist Health And Science University
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