Nanny
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Nanny

ALEXANDRA M. STRAUSS
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OBJECTIVES

• To mentor and share my knowledge of educational instruction with children and use appropriate teaching strategies.
• Achieve the 4 R’s: Respect; Relationships; Rigor; and Relevance.
• To encourage and motivate children to model a healthy lifestyle that includes knowledge about proper food choices and exercise.
• Attentiveness to my client’s needs.
• Dependability, Responsible, Strong Morals and Punctual.
• Confidence building and positive reinforcement.
• Trustworthiness.
• To encourage overall wellness.
• Understands kid’s emotions and behaviors.
• Strategies for a happier home life.
• Knowing the importance of a well-balanced house is crucial to overall development of a young child.
• Encouragement for Mom and Dad.
• Caring for Children and their overall well-being is my main objective.

EDUCATION


Texas A&M Commerce
Commerce, Texas
Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Studies, May 2011


Eastfield College
Mesquite, Texas
Associate Degree in Arts, August 2008


WORK EXPERIENCE


Rockwall ISD
Substitute Teacher, 2011-2017

• Substantial ability to motivate students to develop strong critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong ability to assist students in developing good habits.
• Self-motivation, initiative with a high level of energy.

• Verbal communication sils.

• Decision making, critical thinking, organizing and planning.

• Patience.

• Highly Organized

Student Teaching Program, 2010-2011
Howard Dobbs Elementary Rockwall, Texas

• Utilized technology including a Smart Board and iPad into lesson.
• Managed classroom of 30 students independently using positive behavior.
• Developed themed innovative lesson plans that engaged the students.
• Planned with team members and created lessons for the week.
• Maintained a 4.0 GPA and perfect attendance.
• Encouraged Leadership and excellence amongst students.
Fresco ISD 2018

• Long term P.E aide substitute 2018

• Taught students guidelines, sportsmanship, and personal achievement through strategic motivation, and encouragement.
• Collaborated with the Physical Education Teacher and planned for the week.
• Assisted in setting up stations and preparing for class.
• Taught a variety of sports and games to all the classes
• Encouraged the importance of living a healthy and active lifestyle to all students through the promotion of accountability in nutrition and physical activity.

• Helped in overseeing the safety of students during games and activities.

• Conflict resolution amongst students and helped maintain the structure of the activities throughout the day.

• Carpool duty and afterschool bus duty.

Nanny/Household Management
Owner of: The “Stepford” Mom

• Kind-hearted Nanny desirous of work where extensive experience in child care will be utilized to instill moral values and principles in children, ensuring good upbringing.

• Childcare including newborns from a nanny who is patient, loving and skilled.

• Meal Preparation (knowledgeable of well-balanced food choices)


• Has experience with learning delays and Autism and Add/ADHD.

• Ensured client privacy in handling family matters.

• Praised for creating a safe environment for children and reaching parent goals.

• Understands kid’s emotions and behavior.

• Can work around the clock to better help manage the household.

• Reliable, Responsible, Caring, Outgoing, Compassionate to the needs of my clients

• Easy to express your concerns or wishes to.

• Your Child’s safety and happiness is my focal point.

• Compassionate

• Nurturing.

o Light Housework (vacuuming, washing dishes overall tidying).
o Homework Assistance.
o Activities (reading, swimming, crafts, games, parent approved excursions, outdoor fun)
o Drop off and pick up from school and help with extra school related functions.
o School Lunch preparation.
o Themed nights at home such as Movie Mondays, Taco Tuesday, Walking Wednesdays, Game Night Thursday and Free day Fridays (Childs choice or activity or treat).
o Can travel with families if needed.
o Flawless background.
o Excellent driver record
o Can assist with the family’s fur friends as well.
o Can live in or out.
o Trustworthy


References: Contact Information

1. Gordon Vanamburgh is father of three grown girls I looked after many years ago------------.
2. Lisa Kastner------------ Vice president of AT&T talent division I nannied for her three children.
3. Christopher Roberts ------------ I was his sons nanny for 9 months.
4. Mathew Saliba Lawyer for Dallas County------------ ------------
5. Steve Prince ------------ ------------ ------------, I am featured on his website and I was his personal caretaker and managed his household for him.