Aurora McNally

I'm a dedicated and compassionate nanny and sitter with over a decade of professional childcare experience. Proven track record of providing children of all ages with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. Proficient in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities.

I excel at creating safe, nurturing environments for children to grow and learn. I have over a decade of experience working with children from two weeks old to 15 years old. I enjoy supporting the developmental needs of children and fostering a loving and educational atmosphere. My goal is to help children thrive.

Experience

Nanny - C Family - Maplewood, New Jersey | 2020 - Present
- Care for three children between ages of two and 10 years.
- Work with toddler and two elementary-school-age children.
- Engage in interactive play and encourage cooperative play with each other.
- Provide attentive care with homework, activities, and meals.
- Transport children home from preschool and elementary school reliably.
Nanny - L Family - Teaneck, New Jersey | 2015 - 2020
- Care for three children between ages of one month and 13 years, including one with developmental disabilities.
- Supervised children engaged in physical and social activities with peers.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to effectively manage challenging behaviors.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of and patient with themselves and others.
- Engaged with children individually to build positive relationships.

Skills and More

American Sign Language
- Took classes in American Sign Language for several years.
- Integrated Baby Signing into activities with children under age two.
- Used ASL with a teenager who exhibited non-verbal symptoms during anxiety and panic attacks.
American Red Cross First Aid Certification - Completed Red Cross Certification for First Aid, CPR, and AED training (Adult, Child, and Baby).
US citizen with passport, willing to travel!
Also I have a car ❤️

Volunteer Work

President - Paramus PFLAG - Paramus, New Jersey and Zoom | 2018 - Present
- Lead and manage local monthly support group for LGBT+ youth and their families, in person and on Zoom.
- Provide a safe space for members to share stories, learn about LGBT+ identity, and collaborate on advice, resources, and community.
- Assess and respond to members' needs by providing individualized counseling, advocacy, and referrals to outside services and resources.
Camp Counselor - Camp Aranu'tiq of Harbor Camps - New Hampshire | 2017 and 2018
- Developed stimulating and age-appropriate arts and crafts activities.
- Cultivated positive relationships with campers by interacting during athletic and creative activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to create a fun and engaging atmosphere.
Dodgeball Team Captain - Sandlot Sports - New York, New York | 2021 - Present
- Dodgeball Team Captain for five seasons.
- Helped create a friendly and welcoming environment for players new to non-professional dodgeball league.
- Organized team-building activities and events on and off the field for players throughout the tri-state area.
- Encouraged long-lasting friendships and relationships for new players.
- Won "Spirit of Sandlot" award three times for outgoing and friendly attitude.

NYC and Northern NJ Nanny and Sitter

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Volunteer Work