Caryn Leigh Saunders
Hartbeespoort
Work Preference
Summary
Childcare professional supporting 15+ children per day in early years classrooms with lesson preparation, supervision, routine setting, and age-appropriate care for young children. Works calmly in structured settings, helping teachers keep children engaged, safe, and settled throughout the day. Brings practical experience from baby-class and pre-primary environments plus childminding and au pair roles.
Overview
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Language
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Certificates
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery assistant
Freeman House Recovery Centre
Hartbeespoort , Northwest
07.2025 - 01.2026
- Maintained resident safety through calm intervention, clear boundaries, and timely escalation of concerns.
- Provided peer support during difficult moments while reinforcing recovery routines and daily expectations.
- Coordinated meal planning and shopping support to maintain a consistent residential environment.
- Led group discussions that encouraged participation, accountability, and recovery-focused routines.
- Strengthened resident trust through compassionate communication, respectful boundaries, and dependable daily assistance.
House Manager
YouTurn Halfway House and Sober Living
Linden , Gauteng
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported 10 residents weekly through medication supervision, check-ins, and daily structure.
- Planned meals and shopping needs to keep supplies stocked and support consistent daily living.
- Assisted with Step Work and peer support to reinforce recovery routines and accountability.
- Handled general administration tasks, including duty roster updates and resident coordination.
- Managed inventory, supply ordering, and storage organization to prevent shortages and waste.
- Implemented cleaning, maintenance, and upkeep procedures to preserve property condition.
- Coordinated household operations, scheduling, and vendor communication to maintain smooth daily functioning.
- Supervised domestic staff assignments, ensuring consistent service standards and timely task completion.
Baby class teacher
Douglasdale Nursery School
Douglasdale , Gauteng
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Supervised infants during classroom activities and responded promptly to changing needs.
- Maintained a tidy, age-appropriate learning space and organized materials for daily routines.
- Supported feeding and rest schedules while following each child's individual care needs.
- Observed infant behavior and shared concerns with senior staff when needed.
Teacher’s assistant
Trinityhouse Pre-Primary School
Randpark Ridge , Gauteng
01.2012 - 01.2017
- Prepared classroom materials and assisted with age-appropriate activities for four- to five-year-olds.
- Helped maintain a safe, orderly classroom environment by observing children closely and responding promptly to needs.
- Assisted lead teachers with transitions, cleanup, and classroom routines throughout the morning schedule.
- Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing lesson concepts and guiding students through assigned activities.
- Monitored student behavior and maintained orderly learning environment during class transitions and group work.
- Prepared instructional materials, worksheets, and classroom supplies for daily lessons and special activities.
- Recorded attendance, assignment completion, and student observations for teacher review and progress tracking.
- Reinforced reading, math, and writing skills through one-on-one tutoring and small-group instruction.
- Coordinated with teachers to adapt classroom tasks and support consistent implementation of lesson plans.
Au pair to two children (3 and 5)
Louise Welthagen
Olivedale , Gauteng
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Planned age-appropriate activities that kept children engaged, calm, and supported through afternoons and school breaks.
- Supported homework, reading practice, and daily transitions with patient, consistent guidance.
- Maintained a safe, orderly home environment by tidying play areas, organizing belongings, and following household instructions.
- Coordinated school runs, extracurricular transport, and punctual daily transitions.
- Supervised children's safety during indoor and outdoor activities, outings, and playtime.
- Communicated daily updates to parents regarding behavior, needs, and schedule changes.
- Adapted caregiving approach to support changing family needs and maintain smooth household flow.
- Collaborated closely with parents to establish consistent routines expectations promoting stability security for their children.
- Developed strong bonds with host family members resulting in lasting relationships beyond contract term.
- Maintained open communication with parents regarding their children's progress, needs, and any concerns that arose during the au pair placement period.
- Transported children safely to school, activities and appointments on time.
Practical experience
PreSchool Academy
Northcliff , Gauteng
07.2008 - 11.2008
- Monitored classroom safety and maintained a calm environment through consistent child supervision.
- Assisted with meal planning and shopping coordination to support daily routines and classroom readiness.
- Helped lead group activities and reinforced boundary setting during play and transitions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Certificate - undefined
Professional Child Care College, Melville
Melville05-2008
High School Diploma -
Lou Wetton Home School
Randburg 05-2007
Skills
Medication supervision
Step work support
Resident monitoring
Peer support
Crisis de-escalation
Residential administration
Meal planning
Shopping coordination
Duty roster management
Child supervision
First aid certification
CPR certification
12-step facilitation
Resident support
Relapse prevention support
Safety monitoring
Group facilitation
Boundary setting
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 6 February 1989
- Nationality: South African
- Driving License: Code 8
- ID Type: Identity number
- ID Number: 8902060024089
Certification
Basic First Aid Level 1
References
- Pierre, Kennedy, Counsellor and Co-owner of YouTurn Halfway House and Sober Living, 078 800 0778
- Lorraine, Ruddy, Founder and previous Principal Trinityhouse Pre-Primary School, Randpark Ridge, 071 330 3260, Randpark Ridge
- Andy, Brann, Current Principal Trinityhouse Pre-Primary School, Randpark Ridge, 011 794 4799.
Timeline
Recovery assistant
Freeman House Recovery Centre
07.2025 - 01.2026
House Manager
YouTurn Halfway House and Sober Living
09.2024 - 06.2025
Baby class teacher
Douglasdale Nursery School
01.2019 - 06.2019
Au pair to two children (3 and 5)
Louise Welthagen
01.2015 - 04.2016
Teacher’s assistant
Trinityhouse Pre-Primary School
01.2012 - 01.2017
Practical experience
PreSchool Academy
07.2008 - 11.2008
Certificate - undefined
Professional Child Care College, Melville
High School Diploma -
Lou Wetton Home School