Hi, I’m
Phalyce Benard
Nanny
Cape Town
Summary
Dedicated childcare professional with a strong work ethic, previously with Magenta and The Family of Kreston Cloete. Expert in early childhood education and creative play, fostering emotional well-being and curiosity in children. Proven ability to manage household tasks while ensuring safety and promoting healthy habits, resulting in enhanced child development and family satisfaction.
Overview
4
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
The Family of Magenta and Kreston CloetePalmboom, Newlands, Cape Town
In-Home Nanny & Housekeeping
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Provided overnight care during family vacations or business trips, ensuring a seamless transition for the children.
- Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
- Managed schedules efficiently, coordinating extracurricular activities and transportation needs for the children.
- Maintained open communication with parents to discuss progress, challenges, and goals for the children.
- Fostered a love of learning through interactive educational activities helping children develop curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Adapted childcare approach according to each child''s unique personality traits, ensuring personalized care.
- Assisted in implementing sleep routines leading to improved restfulness for both children and parents.
- Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
- Collaborated with parents on establishing routines that fostered independence and self-discipline in children.
- Encouraged creativity through arts and crafts projects fostering fine motor skill development.
- Implemented creative learning strategies to assist with homework completion, enhancing academic performance.
- Promoted healthy eating habits with nutritious meal planning and preparation, resulting in balanced diets.
- Improved children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group outings.
- Safeguarded children during travel by adhering to car seat safety guidelines and maintaining vigilance during outings.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Facilitated relationships with children and parents by developing caring and structured home environments.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
The Family Of Glynuel Kapowo Msiska Diep River Cape Town
Housekeeper & Nanny
10.2021 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Vacuumed rugs and carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors.
- Adhered to professional house cleaning checklist.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Verified cleanliness and organization of storage areas and carts.
- Reduced the need for deep cleanings by consistently addressing minor maintenance issues.
- Dusted picture frames and wall hangings with cloth.
- Upheld high standards of sanitation in common areas, contributing to an inviting atmosphere for guests.
- Operated electronic backpack vacuums and floor sweepers.
- Improved overall cleanliness ratings by implementing new cleaning techniques and products as well
- Supported event setups and tear-downs, ensuring spaces were returned to their original state in timely manner.
- Promoted healthy indoor environment by using hypoallergenic cleaning products in rooms and common areas.
- Streamlined laundry operations, sorting and treating items according to fabric care specifications.
- Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean.
- Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
- Restocked towels and amenities in bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen spaces.
- Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
- Washed and put away kitchen dishes, utensils and glassware.
- Collected trash and moved garbage cans from kitchen areas to pick-up stations.
- Returned emptied garbage receptacles to proper locations.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Managed children''s schedules effectively to ensure timely completion of homework, extracurricular activities, and daily routines.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Implemented effective sleep training techniques that established healthy bedtime routines resulting in improved sleep quality.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Coordinated playdates and outings to meet children's physical and social needs.
- Supervised children engaged in physical activity, learning and social skills with peers.
- Helped children complete homework assignments and school projects.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Supervised children on playground to help develop physical and social skills.
Education
Girls Secondary School, Blantyre Blantyre, Malawi
High School Diploma from Matric
11.2019
Skills
Strong work ethic
Hygiene and grooming assistance
Behavior management strategies
Reliability and punctuality
Early childhood
Creative play ideas
Homework help
Cleaning and sanitation
Safety awareness
Household management
Outdoor activities
Newborn care
First aid
Child safety
Child supervision
Excellent communication
Adaptability and flexibility
Active listening
Parent interaction
Written communication
Attention to detail
Certification
ADVANCE AU PAIR & NIGHT NURSING COURSE ____________________and ____________________ EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS - Neo Natal Care (New born care) - Sleep training - New Born bathing care - Paediatrics to older child First Aid - Infant Massage - Infant Care - Developmental Milestones - Stimulating Activities - Books, Story Teling - Nutrition, Food Alergies, Menu Planning - Divorce - Bulying. First Aid CPR – Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation For Nannies, Au Pairs and Childcare Workers INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS Heavy emphasis on Preventative measures Covering – Choking, Drowning, Electric Shocks, Burns & Fractures / Breaks. Housekeeping Room Attendant Course For Cruise Ships, Hotels, Guesthouses, Airbnbs & Private Homes CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
Timeline
In-Home Nanny & Housekeeping
The Family of Magenta and Kreston Cloete
03.2024 - Current
Housekeeper & Nanny
The Family Of Glynuel Kapowo Msiska
10.2021 - 02.2024
Girls Secondary School, Blantyre
High School Diploma from Matric