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Emily Givan

Emily Givan

Indianapolis,IN

Summary

Warm, nurturing, and deeply compassionate childcare professional with extensive experience caring for infants, toddlers, and young children. Former educator with a heartfelt passion for early childhood development and creating loving, secure environments where little ones feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore the world around them. Experienced in infant care, including feeding routines, sleep support, diapering, and attentively tracking developmental milestones with patience and care. Dedicated to building strong, trusting bonds with both children and families while supporting each child’s unique personality, growth, and happiness through gentle guidance and positive encouragement.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Nanny

The McCord Family
01.2025 - Current
  • Nanny for two boys ages 4 & 6.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.

Server

Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern
02.2022 - Current

Part time, couple evenings a week.

  • Cultivate warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintain, clean and organize dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Display enthusiasm and promote excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.

Professional Nanny

The Casey Family
10.2019 - 08.2025
  • Nanny to a little girl age 3 months through 6 years of age.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Taught child everyday skills and language.
  • Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of daily preparation.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and helping with laundry.
  • Prepared meals and snacks for child based on dietary guidelines.
  • Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide child in attaining positive behavior.
  • Transported child to and from school, medical appointments, and extra-curricular activities.
  • Organized activities that enhanced child's physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Lead Preschool Teacher

Creme De La Creme School of Carmel
11.2016 - 10.2019
  • Preschool teacher for 4-5 year olds with a classroom of 20 children.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Utilized books, songs and games to engage students.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
  • Supported students in developing self-esteem and self-confidence.
  • Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Elementary & Special Education

Ball State University
Muncie, IN
05-2014

Skills

  • Social skill development
  • Child development expertise
  • Early childhood education
  • Superior communication skills
  • Friendly
  • Dependable

Timeline

Professional Nanny

The McCord Family
01.2025 - Current

Server

Rusty Bucket Restaurant and Tavern
02.2022 - Current

Professional Nanny

The Casey Family
10.2019 - 08.2025

Lead Preschool Teacher

Creme De La Creme School of Carmel
11.2016 - 10.2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary & Special Education

Ball State University
Emily Givan