References
Jan 1995 - Dec 1996
Jeanette
"Debra worked in my family daycare for one year, after which I helped her establish her own family daycare. She was also my student at Vanguard University in Costa Mesa. I highly recommend Debbie as a knowledgeable professional in child development practices and as a compassionate, loving childcare provider."
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Qualifications
Certifications
Driver’s License
CPR
First Aid
Work Experience
10+ years of experience caring for:
Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
More About Me
Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...
I have over 29 years of experience working with children, including 28 years running my own licensed daycare and preschool, where I cared for infants through school-age children. I also served as a head infant teacher at McDowell School, supporting the growth and development of children ages 3 to 18 months. My background includes creating safe, nurturing, and engaging environments, planning age-appropriate activities, and building strong relationships with families. I bring a calm, positive approach and truly enjoy working with children of all ages.
Activities I enjoy doing with children...
Throughout my career, I’ve worked with children of all ages and tailored activities to support their growth. Infants enjoyed tummy time, sensory play, and story time. Toddlers engaged in building blocks, music, and art projects to encourage creativity and motor skills. Preschoolers participated in circle time, early literacy, dramatic play, and outdoor games. School-age children enjoyed homework support, board games, group projects, and team play. I truly enjoy each stage and love finding activities that match their age, interests, and developmental needs.
The most important part about being a nanny...
The most important part about being a nanny is creating a safe, loving, and consistent environment where children feel secure and cared for. It’s not only about meeting their daily needs, but also supporting their growth through play, learning opportunities, and nurturing routines. I believe in building strong bonds with the children I care for and maintaining open communication with parents so we work together as a team. This partnership helps ensure that the values, expectations, and goals families have for their children are supported every day, giving the child stability, encouragement, and the confidence to thrive.
My experience with special needs children...
Over the years I have had children with mild learning disabilities.
The most important part about being a nanny...
Thru the years of my career seeing the growth and development of each child reach their developmental milestones. Knowing I made a difference in the life of a child life teaching is an amazing moment.
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