Families read dozens of profiles. A clear, honest resume helps yours stand out in the first ten seconds. Here is how to build one, even if most of your experience is with family and friends.
1. Start with a short summary
Two or three sentences at the top: how many years you have cared for children, the ages you know best, and what makes you different. For example: "Bilingual nanny (English and Spanish) with 6 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers. CPR and First Aid certified. Known for creative play and calm routines."
2. List your childcare experience
For each family or job, write:
- The ages of the children you cared for
- How long you worked there and how many hours a week
- Your main duties: meals, naps, school pickups, homework help, bath time, light housekeeping
- One thing you are proud of: "Helped a 2-year-old move from bottle to cup", "Created a weekly reading routine"
Caring for nieces, nephews or neighbors counts. Say so honestly.
3. Show your certifications
Put them where families will see them: CPR and First Aid (with the expiration date), newborn care training, the Asiri Care Certification, a driver's license with a clean record, and any early childhood courses.
4. Add your skills and languages
Languages you speak fluently, swimming, cooking for children with allergies, special needs experience, tutoring, music or art. These details help us match you with the right family.
5. References
Have two or three references ready: families you worked for, not friends. Ask them first, and write their name, relationship and phone number.
Quick checklist
- One page, simple font, no photos of the children you cared for
- Your phone and email at the top
- No spelling mistakes (read it out loud, or ask someone to check it)
- Save it as a PDF before you upload it