Care Specialist Short-Term
Resume:
Tonya Zeppetelli
Professional Nanny
ad73y5@r.postjobfree.com
Career Profile
I’m a loving, devoted and Professional Nanny and Certified Newborn Care Specialist,
who has successfully completed the Master Class. I have over 25 years of childcare
experience caring for children of all ages, with the majority of my career caring for
newborns, infants, toddlers and multiples. This experience also includes working as a
Night Nanny/Baby Nurse for several families over the years.
During this emotional and exciting time, I’ve helped new parents by providing
exceptional care to their precious newborn, while they got the much needed sleep they
deserve. I’m currently looking for a new position where I can bring my genuine love for
children and expertise in newborn care, to a new family.
QUALIFICATIONS
20+ years of nanny experience
Masterclass Newborn Care Specialist 2019
8 years experience working in a daycare
2 years of experience working as a substitute teacher
Worked as a Classroom Aide in a Kindergarten Classroom
Extensive experience with twins and triplets
Experience with premature newborns
Experience with reflux & colic and breast & bottle fed babies
Extensive knowledge of umbilicord care
Sponge and tub bathing
Experience with circumcision care
Ability to understand newborns “language”
Experience with swaddling and baby massage
Able to provide helpful techniques to burping newborns
Able to help families “sleep train” babies
Offer guidance and support to new breastfeeding moms
Dependable and Trustworthy
Loving and Patient
Infant and Toddler CPR Certification
First Aid and Safety Certified
Experience with household management
Physically healthy and active
Superior use of the English language, both written and verbal
EDUCATION
BS in Psychology; strong focus in Child Psychology
75 Credits in Elementary Education; including 30 hours observation experience in a classroom
45 Graduate credits in Education; including 25 hours of field experience
WORK RELATED SKILLS
Experienced cook, laundry/ironing and household management. Personal assistant skills, such as;
running errands and calendar management.
STATUS
US Citizen since birth
Valid Drivers License
Valid US Passport
INTERESTS AND HOBBIES
Reading, gardening, cooking, piano, skiing, swimming, building furniture from recycled items, arts and
crafts, hiking, soccer and volleyball
CHILDCARE EXPERIENCE
DeSousa Family
Tenafly, NJ
January 2018 - March 2018
Night Nanny
Age and gender of child upon hire: infant boy
Responsibilities included: Provided complete care for newborn from 9:00pm -7:00am. Created
night-time schedule for newborn. Recorded all feedings and wet/soiled diapers. Prepared and sterilized
bottles. Provided proper umbilical cord care. Helped with colic and reflux. Maintained nightly bath and
massage routine. Position lasted 6 weeks.
DeSousa Family
Tenafly, NJ
March 2018 - May 2024
Full-time Nanny
Age and gender of children upon hire: 3 month old boy and 3 year old boy.
Provided complete care for children from 7am-7pm. Brought children to appointments and activities.
Provided healthy meals and snacks. Took care of light housekeeping and family cooking. Had open
communication with parents throughout the day and logged important information in journal.
Established a night time routine, for both children, to help ensure a good night’s sleep.
Reason for leaving: Family was traveling overseas for several months
Weigand Family Hoboken, NJ
August 2012 – December 2017
Full-time Nanny
Ages and genders of children upon hire: Newborn-girl
Ages and genders of children upon leaving family: 5-year-old girl, 2-year-old girl, 1-year-old girl
Full charge care of 3 children, 5 days per week. Responsibilities included but were not limited to:
Management of the weekly family schedules and children’s extracurricular activities. Maintained
accurate daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps. Prepared healthy
meals and snacks. Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day.
Maintained a child-friendly environment with engaging activities. Maintained bath and bedtime
routines. Closely monitored children's play activities to verify safety. Promoted language development
skills through reading.
Reason for leaving: Family’s financial situation changed
Weigand Family Hoboken, NJ
March 2012 – August 2012
Nighttime Nanny
Age and gender of child upon hire: newborn girl
Responsibilities included: Provided complete care for newborn from 9:00pm -7:00am. Created
night-time schedule for newborn. Recorded all feedings and wet/soiled diapers. Prepared and sterilized
bottles. Provided proper umbilical cord care. Maintained nightly bath routine.
Reason for leaving: Position changed to Full-Time
Pereksta
Oak Ridge, NJ
December 2006 – Jan. 2012
Full-time Nanny
Ages and genders of children upon hire: 9-month-old triplet boys
Provided complete care for triplets from infancy to six-years old. Managed general housekeeping duties,
including feeding, diapering, resting, and cleanup. Planned weekly menus following nutritional and
allergen guidelines. Safely transported children to and from school, medical appointments and
extra-curricular activities. Worked with speech therapist to continue practicing speech techniques at
home. Assisted with daily exercises to help strengthen muscles and help with coordination. Incorporated
music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression.
Reason for leaving: Children went to school full time and family no longer needed full-time care.
Toney Family Hackensack, NJ
September 2001 – October 2006
Full-Time Night Nanny/Full-Time Namy
Ages and genders of children upon hire: newborn boy/girl twins
Provided complete care for twins throughout the night. Developed a nighttime routine in order to help
twins sleep thru the night. Position lasted 8 weeks.
Stayed on with family and continued to care for twins during the day.
Reason for leaving: Family relocated
ADDITIONAL CHILD RELATED EXPERIENCE
The Learning Experience Wayne, NJ
December 2000 – August 2001
Infant and Toddler Teacher
Responsibilities included: Keeping classrooms clean by sterilizing and disinfecting children's toys and
surfaces. Dressed children and changed diapers. Planned and led games, reading time and singing for
groups of children. Modeled appropriate activities and positive behavior management.
Daycare Owner Bloomingdale, NJ
June 1996 – November 2000
Owner of In-Home Daycare
Ages of children I cared for were from 6 weeks old - 13 years old.
This was both a part-time and full-time position. Older children were part-time and came after school.
Responsible for playing a role in each child’s developmental stages, such as: learning to sit, crawl, walk
and toilet-train. Encouraged children to try new things and overcome fears with constant praise and
encouragement. Established a safe play environment for the children. Meticulously sanitized toys and
play equipment. Built constructive and open relationships with families with communication. Helped
older children with homework after school. Worked on science projects and reading assignments with
school-aged children.
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