Yesenia Mendez
Lyons
Summary
Innovative nanny with several years of hands-on experience providing in-home childcare. Friendly and energetic individual skillful in organizing and conducting age-appropriate activities and providing stimulating learning environment. Focused on maintaining great sense of humor and positive demeanor. Compassionate Nanny known for creating safe, stimulating environments for young children while maintaining an efficient, productive routine. Specialized skills include early childhood development, nutritional meal planning, and behavior management techniques. Excel in communication, patience, and creativity to foster meaningful growth and development in childcare settings. Embrace challenges with adaptability and problem-solving abilities to ensure a harmonious household dynamic.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny-Share
The Martin Family
Clarendon Hills
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Jack (5y)
- James(3y)
- Assisted with homework assignments and tutoring sessions.
- Took initiative to plan fun outings such as trips to the park or library visits.
- Transported children to school, afterschool activities, appointments. as needed.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Cleaned up after meals and organized toys and play areas when finished playing.
- Created a positive atmosphere that encouraged growth, exploration, creativity and independence in the child.
- Planned and prepared meals according to dietary guidelines.
Nanny Share
The Myers’ Family
Clarendon Hills
06.2024 - 05.2025
- Kathryn (3m)
- Claire (3y)
- Kept detailed records of daily activities including meals served, naps taken, outings attended.
- Assisted with potty training, dressing, bathing, feeding and overall personal care of the children.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Engaged children in age-appropriate activities to encourage intellectual and motor skills development.
Nanny-Share
The Gonzalez Family
Pilsen
12.2018 - 09.2023
- Adelaide (3m)
- Charlotte (3m)
- Wells (3m)
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Cooked nutritious meals to promote healthy diet and nutrition.
- Participated in hands-on learning activities with children incorporating art.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Adapted care and activities to meet the needs of children with special requirements.
- Kept detailed records of each child's progress including meals eaten, naps taken.
- Researched new places or activities that would be interesting and beneficial for the kids.
Nanny-Share
The Hill Family
Pilsen
11.2017 - 09.2023
- Judah (4m)
- Simone (6w)
- Haddie (3m)
- Kept detailed records of each child's progress including meals eaten, naps taken.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the kids I cared for.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Bathed and dressed babies, changed diapers and prepared bottles and feeding equipment.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
Nanny-Share
The Haynes Family
Pilsen
10.2016 - 12.2018
- Kai (4y)
- Wren (2y)
- Instructed older children in basic housekeeping tasks such as making beds and cleaning up toys, clothes, dishes.
- Assisted with homework assignments and tutoring sessions.
- Organized play dates with other children in the neighborhood.
- Transported children to school, afterschool activities, appointments. as needed.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times for both child and family members.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Cleaned up after meals and organized toys and play areas when finished playing.
- Created a positive atmosphere that encouraged growth, exploration, creativity and independence in the child.
- Planned and prepared meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Participated in hands-on learning activities with children incorporating art.
Nanny
The Kempiak Family
Westmont
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Marley Sue (4m)
- Organized age-appropriate educational activities to stimulate learning and development.
- Maintained records of daily observations and information regarding child's activities and behavior.
- Managed household tasks including laundry, grocery shopping, meal preparation, errands, and light cleaning.
- Cared for infants by changing diapers, preparing bottles, monitoring sleep patterns, and providing emotional support.
Nanny
The Schmeling Family
Riverside
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Ethan (3y)
- Ella (1y)
- Transported children to school, extracurricular activities, and appointments when needed.
- Helped prepare meals for the children according to dietary guidelines set forth by parents or guardians.
- Took initiative in planning field trips or outings for the kids on days off from school.
- Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Read stories aloud to the children and engaged them in creative play activities.
- Provided overnight care as needed, ensuring a safe and secure environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trinity High School
River Forest, IL05-2011
Skills
- Bilingual in [Spanish]
- First aid and CPR certified
- Food handling training
- Behavior management techniques
- Potty training
- Team collaboration
- Child development
- Transportation coordination
- Educational activities
- Meal preparation
- Superior communication skills
- Housekeeping abilities
- Schedule creation and maintenance
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Nanny-Share
The Martin Family
06.2024 - 05.2025
Nanny Share
The Myers’ Family
06.2024 - 05.2025
Nanny-Share
The Gonzalez Family
12.2018 - 09.2023
Nanny-Share
The Hill Family
11.2017 - 09.2023
Nanny-Share
The Haynes Family
10.2016 - 12.2018
Nanny
The Kempiak Family
10.2015 - 10.2016
Nanny
The Schmeling Family
09.2014 - 09.2015
High School Diploma -
Trinity High School
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