Organized and energetic childcare professional adept at staying efficient and managing hectic schedules. Adheres to kind and compassionate approach when dealing with discipline issues. Career history serving individual families with multiple children in both live-in and live-out scenarios. Led exciting and safe activities while setting excellent example through appropriate social behavior. Engaged children on topics of personal interest to build relationships and foster communication skills.
Skills
Behavior management techniques
Activity planning
Reading and writing specialist
Oral debate
Child psychology knowledge
First Aid and CPR certified
Emotionally supportive
Energetic caregiver
Conflict resolution
NASM certified
English: Native
Swedish/Norwegian/ Danish: Native
Bosnian/Serbian/
Croatian: Native
Russian: Beginner
Certified in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PP)
Work History
Immigration Specialist, 01/2018 to Current Borgwarner Inc. – Troy, MI,
Independently researched, drafted and finalized legal documents either approving or denying immigration petitions
Conducted legal research and conferred with colleagues in subject matter expertise to develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases
Responsible for aiding refugees, specifically unaccompanied refugee children, in reuniting with family members still residing overseas
Conducted country and tribe specific research
Interpreted international laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses
Responsible for court hearings with asylum seekers from diverse ethnic and religious backgrounds
Attended regular trainings pertaining to European Union immigration laws and global human rights violations in order to apply research to relevant cases
Highest numbers in finalized immigration petitions, in department. Averaged 15 finalized documents weekly, when average was 8 per specialist
Professional Nanny, 09/2016 to 11/2017 Bartlette Family – City, STATE,
Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands
Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys tidying home when parents arrive
Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects
Prepared bite-sized snacks and carefully watched young children eat to prevent choking
Played games and read books to young children, limiting TV and mobile device time
Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities
Managed over 3 activities per day
Professional Nanny, 06/2013 to 09/2016 Apel Family – City, STATE,
Monitored children's play activities to verify safety
Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills
Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health
Supported children's educational progress by reviewing completed homework, quizzing on math and science and assisting with reading and writing
Made healthy snacks and meals for three children
Prepared tasty, healthy meals for family of five each day to encourage good eating habits
Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback
Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with others
Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills
Traveled with family to care for children, allowing parents to share private time while giving children fun adventures in diverse environments
Supported children in daily activities, including playing, meals and snacks, hygiene and socialization
Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
Organized extracurricular schedules for sports and classes and provided safe transportation to different events
Established and maintained safe play environment for children
Worked with parents to develop and implement discipline programs to promote positive behavior
Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children
Education
Bachelor of Science: Political Science And Child Psychology, Expected in 05/2015 Hunter College of The City University of New York - New York, NY GPA:
Graduated magna cum laude
Graduated with 3.9 GPA
Dean's List
Received: Thomas W. Smith fellowship, The Sheila and Helena O'Donoghue scholarship, Vassar ET Scholarship, BMCC Scholarship
: Global Development (economics), Expected in 2013 Vassar College - Poughkeepsie, NY GPA:
Awarded the Vassar ET scholarship to study economics at Vassar College fall of 2013
: International Marketing And Journalism, Expected in 2011 Shenandoah University - Winchester, VA GPA:
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