Mishanda S.     Age 46      Female      Hammond  - 6622 Parrish Avenue   Member ID: 27964  Seeking work as a : Nanny  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   Hi my name is Mishanda, I have 2 children ages 19 and 10. I enjoy reading and exploring the city in my spare time. I am very family oriented. My major is early childhood education. I currently attend Kendall College to receive my BA in Early Childhood Education. I have over 18 years of experience caring for newborns-5 years old in licensed child care facilities. I have also held the position as a Program Specialist for Kindercare Learning Corporation in South Loop. I believe that children learn best in an environment that is safe, predictable and stimulating. I introduce morning learning time activities such as circle time, story time, music in motion, art and more. I also focus on each child's developmental domains. Your child's daily curriculum is designed using developmentally appropriate practices and is individualized. I set up a photo stream with pictures and videos so that you can view your child’s interactions throughout the day. I do understand that you are looking for quality care for your little one. Someone who will nurture and care for him/her as though he/she were their own. I can assure you that I would be a great choice. Trust me I understand how scary it can be to trust your little one in the hands of someone else. I am very trust worthy, responsible and honest.       Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: No  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Willing to obtain  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Married  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 5 references EXPERIENCE 10/2012 TO CURRENT NANNY ∙ Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extracurricular activities. ∙ Organized activities that enhanced children's physical, emotional and social well ­being. ∙ Made healthy snacks and meals for children ∙ Promoted language development through reading and storytelling/ Phonics ∙ Created individualized curriculum plans for educational learning 10/1/2008 TO 10/2012 Kindercare Chicago, IL. 60605 PROGRAM SPECIALIST/ INFANT/ TODDLER CARE ∙ Trained, coached and mentored staff to ensure smooth adoption of new program. ∙ Nurtured a supportive learning environment for staff to model ∙ Oversaw daily office operations. ∙ Maintained payroll, and employee schedules. ∙ Gave tours, received checks and cash payments for enrollments 5/1/2006 TO 10/1/2008 Kids R First Daycare Chicago, IL. 60620 TEACHER/COOK ∙ Encouraged good behaviors using the positive reinforcement method. ∙ Established a safe play environment for the children. ∙ Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors. ∙ Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks for the children. 3/1/1999 TO 5/1/2006 J. P. E Daycare Chicago, IL. 60619 TEACHER ∙ Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness. ∙ Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on the entire group. ∙ Established daily routines that were easy for the children to follow. ∙ Nurtured a supportive learning environment that was often used as a model for other classrooms.       Childcare experience within the following age groups: Newborn - 3 months, 3 - 12 months, 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, twins, triplets   Education/Training: High School, College, CPR Training, First Aid Training, College Child Education Courses  KENDALL COLLEGE ­ 900 N. BRANCH STREET CHICAGO, IL. 60642 Working towards Bachelor's Degree: Early Childhood Education HAROLD WASHINGTON COLLEGE ­ 30 E. LAKE STREET CHICAGO, IL. 60601 70 CREDIT HOURS : EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION HYDE PARK CAREER ACADEMY ­ 6220 S. STONY ISLAND AVENUE CHICAGO, IL. 60637 HIGHSCHOOL DIPLOMA       Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time  Work Hours: 40 - 50 hours/week  Position Duration:    1 - 2 years      greater than 2 years   Childcare Duties:    Transporting children      Children's Laundry      Limited/light housekeeping      Occasional supervision of childrens friends/guests      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)      Packing Children's lunches      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: April 12, 2016  Desired Salary: $18/Hour or $2800 - $3000/month  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: No  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Run/Empty dishwasher daily         References   Tangela Echols  I worked with Tangela at Kindercare Learnng Center. Her position was Assistant Director. I have known her her for about 5-6 years. I resigned to work as nanny for one of the families.      Jessica Kovacs  I worked as her nanny for for 3 years caring for her 3 children. I have known her for about 5-6 years. I am currently employed with her.