Emily Harwood
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated and nurturing childcare professional with experience caring for children across a range of ages and developmental stages. Skilled in creating safe, engaging, and structured environments that support children’s social, emotional, and academic development. Experienced in managing daily routines, providing age-appropriate activities, supporting learning, and communicating professionally with parents and families. Brings a background in elementary education, strong interpersonal skills, patience, reliability, and a genuine commitment to helping children thrive.
Overview
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Language
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4
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Private Family Employer
Holt, MI
07.2023 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of children.
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote learning and development.
- Coordinated schedules, including appointments, playdates, and extracurricular activities.
- Implemented effective discipline techniques to foster positive behavior in children.
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
Babysitter
Private Care
Ann Arbor, MI
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Managed children's activities and facilitated safety and engagement during playtime and educational sessions.
- Developed personalized routines to support children's emotional and developmental needs.
- Implemented age-appropriate learning strategies to enhance cognitive development in children.
- Resolved conflicts among children by employing conflict resolution techniques to promote harmony.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
Daycare Teacher
A Child's Place
Ann Arbor, MI
10.2021 - 03.2024
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to foster children's cognitive and social development.
- Facilitated daily activities that promote physical, emotional, and intellectual growth in children.
- Monitored student progress and adapted teaching strategies to meet individual needs effectively.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss child development and address any concerns or challenges.
- Enhanced curriculum through creative approaches, incorporating music, art, and play-based learning activities.
- Oversaw daily transitions between various activities such as snack time, outdoor playtime, naptime ensuring smooth operation of daily schedule.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI05-2026
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Childcare techniques
- Toddler care experience
- Activity planning
- Schedule management
- Reading and storytelling
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support
- Social skill development
- Light housekeeping
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
Studied and taught abroad for one month in Tanzania, Africa.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Private Nanny
Private Family Employer
07.2023 - 08.2025
Babysitter
Private Care
01.2022 - 03.2025
Daycare Teacher
A Child's Place
10.2021 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Michigan State University