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A one-page resume for a nanny with four years of childcare experience, aimed at families and nanny agencies. Parents read it for trust: the ages you have cared for, how long you stayed with each family, your safety training and what references will say about you.

Nanny resume example, page 1 of 1Ana Lucía ParedesNanny, Infants and ToddlersSUMMARYNanny with four years of childcare experience, including two years asthe full-time nanny for twins from 4 months old and two years as anassistant teacher in a toddler room. Child Development Associate (CDA)credential, pediatric CPR and first aid certified, and bilingual inSpanish and English. I plan each day around the children’s routines andkeep parents up to date with a short daily log.EXPERIENCEFull-Time NannyAug 2024 – PresentPrivate family · Brooklyn, NY•Care for twins from 4 months to 2 years old, 45 hours a week: feeding,naps, outings, play and early learning.•Kept both babies on a shared nap schedule and introduced solidfoods following the pediatrician’s plan.•Speak Spanish with the children daily at the parents’ request; bothnow use words in both languages.•Keep a daily log of meals, sleep and milestones, and handle children’slaundry, meal prep and playroom organization.Assistant Teacher, Toddler RoomSep 2022 – Jul 2024Little Sprouts Early Learning Center · Brooklyn, NY•Cared for a room of 12 toddlers aged 18 to 36 months with a leadteacher, following state ratio and safe sleep rules.•Planned 3 sensory and music activities a week and helped 8 childrenthrough toilet training.•Earned the CDA credential while working, including 480 hours ofsupervised experience.Babysitter2020 – 2022Several families · Brooklyn, NY•Regular after-school and evening care for 4 families with 7 childrenaged 3 to 10, including homework help.EDUCATIONCoursework toward A.S. in Early Childhood Education2021 – 2023(30 credits)Kingsborough Community College, CUNY · Brooklyn, NYREFERENCES•Letters from 3 families and my former center director, available onrequest.CONTACTanalucia.paredes@example.com(718) 555-0187Brooklyn, NYCERTIFICATIONSChild Development Associate(CDA), Infant-ToddlerCouncil for ProfessionalRecognition · 2023Pediatric First Aid, CPR andAEDAmerican Red Cross · 2026Valid New York driver’slicense, clean recordNew York DMV · 2021SKILLSInfant and toddler careSleep routinesBottle feeding and startingsolidsToilet trainingEarly literacy and playPositive disciplineDaily logs for parentsMeal prep for childrenLight housekeepingSafe drivingLANGUAGESSpanishNativeEnglishNative
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What recruiters look for

  • Ages and number of children: infants, toddlers, school-age, twins or siblings. Families look for experience with their children’s ages.
  • How long you stayed: long placements with one family are the strongest evidence of trust.
  • Safety training: pediatric CPR and first aid are expected; safe sleep training matters for infants.
  • Daily care and learning: routines, meals, naps, toilet training, early literacy, homework.
  • References and practical details: references available, driver’s license, languages, comfort with pets or light housework.

Writing the summary

Say how long you have cared for children, the ages you know best and your strongest qualifications (CDA, CPR, languages). Add one line on how you work with parents. Warm but professional.

The summary in this example

Nanny with four years of childcare experience, including two years as the full-time nanny for twins from 4 months old and two years as an assistant teacher in a toddler room. Child Development Associate (CDA) credential, pediatric CPR and first aid certified, and bilingual in Spanish and English. I plan each day around the children’s routines and keep parents up to date with a short daily log.

Part-time or after-school nanny

Reliable after-school nanny with five years of babysitting and two years caring for three siblings aged 6 to 11. I handle school pickups, homework, activities and dinner, and I keep parents updated by text. CPR certified with a clean driving record and my own car.

Newborn care or night nanny

Newborn care nanny with six years of experience caring for 20+ babies in their first months, including twins and premature infants. I support feeding plans, set up healthy sleep routines and help parents rest, with infant CPR and safe sleep training.

Bullet points that work

Strong lines for this role, beyond the ones in the example. Borrow the shape and put in your own numbers.

  • Cared for 3 siblings aged 2, 5 and 8 for 4 years, managing school runs, activities and dinners.
  • Helped a toddler move from 4 night wakings to sleeping through within 6 weeks, following the parents’ approach.
  • Planned weekly outings to 10+ parks, libraries and museums, keeping a shared calendar for the family.
  • Prepared healthy meals for 2 children with nut allergies, with zero allergic reactions in 3 years.
  • Supported a child with speech delay by doing daily exercises from the therapist; he met his 6-month goals.
  • Traveled with a family on 5 trips, caring for 2 children during flights and hotel stays.
  • Taught 2 children to read simple books before kindergarten through daily reading time.
  • Handled a febrile seizure calmly, called 911 and the parents, and gave first aid until help arrived.
  • Worked with the same family for 3 years and stayed in touch after the children started school.

Skills to list

Hard skills

  • Infant care (feeding, sleep, diapering)
  • Toddler and preschool activities
  • Toilet training
  • Homework help
  • Meal planning and preparation for children
  • Pediatric first aid and CPR
  • Safe driving and car seats
  • Early literacy

Soft skills

  • Patience
  • Warmth
  • Reliability
  • Clear, honest communication with parents
  • Discretion

Certifications and licenses worth listing

  • Pediatric First Aid, CPR and AED: expected by almost every family and agency.
  • Child Development Associate (CDA): a nationally recognized early childhood credential that shows real training.
  • Safe sleep training: essential for infant care.
  • Driver’s license and clean record: list it if the job involves driving children.
  • Newborn care specialist training: useful for families with newborns.

Length and format

One page. Lead with your longest and most recent family placement, then daycare, babysitting or teaching work. Certifications and languages fit in the sidebar of a two-column layout. Use “Private family” instead of family names to protect their privacy.

Common mistakes

  • Using families’ names or details that could identify their children.
  • Leaving out the ages of the children you cared for.
  • Short gigs with no explanation. Group occasional babysitting under one entry.
  • Forgetting CPR, first aid and driving details, which parents filter on.
  • A casual tone. Families hire nannies as carefully as any employer hires.

Questions and answers

How do I list nanny jobs for private families?

Use “Private family” and the neighborhood or city instead of the family name. Give the dates, hours a week, the children’s ages and what you did.

Should a nanny resume include references?

A line saying references are available is enough on the resume. Have names, phone numbers and permission ready; families almost always call them.

What certifications should a nanny have?

Pediatric CPR and first aid at minimum. A CDA or early childhood coursework, safe sleep training and newborn care training add a lot for infant care.

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