Bryana Bernard
Ottawa
Summary
Compassionate and experienced nanny with a strong foundation in Waldorf and Montessori inspired caregiving, offering 10 years childcare experience from newborn to preteen with a focus on infancy and toddlerhood. Skilled in fostering a calm, respectful environment through gentle, responsive caregiving. Passionate about supporting children's development through outdoor play, creative expression and hands on learning.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Live-Out Nanny Share
Walker and O'Dwyer Families
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided developmentally appropriate activities for children.
- Coordinated playdates to meet children's social needs.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Accompanied children on daily enriching outings to parks, playgroups, hikes, beaches, museums, community events, and other age-appropriate activities
- Supported children in potty training and diapering, promoting hygiene and independence through consistent routines and positive reinforcement.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Organized and facilitated activities such as story time, arts and crafts, and baking to promote creativity, fine motor skills, and language development.
Live-Out Nanny
Various Families
04.2019 - 08.2023
- Employed by various families with children as young as 1 week up to 12 years of age
- Organized and supervised various child friendly activities
- Maintained detailed physical and digital logs of children’s routines, behavior, and care
- Communicated and collaborated with guardians regularly through verbal, email, and text communication
- Created daily schedules according to children’s interests and needs
- Assisted and guided conflict resolution and problem solving through various methods
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
- Transported children to and from activities using personal or family vehicle.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
Live Out Newborn Care Specialist
Boulet-Marshall Family
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided complete support to an infant from 3 weeks to 6 months of age.
- Managed comprehensive newborn care, including feeding breastfeeding support, formula preparation, sleep training, and soothing techniques tailored to infant needs.
- Recognized and responded to newborn cues and behaviors to promote optimal development and emotional well-being.
- Tracked and supported newborn developmental milestones, including tummy time and sensory stimulation activities.
- Implemented hygiene protocols including sterilization of bottles, pacifiers, and nursery environment to prevent infection.
- Integrated gentle newborn handling, following RIE and responsive caregiving methods to build trust and secure attachment.
- Assisted with early reflux, colic and gas management using upright feeding, paced bottle feeding, and tummy massage techniques.
Educators’ Assistant
Florence Childcare
11.2015 - 04.2019
- Maintained physical and mental records of children’s daily activity.
- Resolved issues and addressed concerns with parents and children using empathy and professionalism.
- Welcomed and comforted children during parent care to daycare transition.
- Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.
- Lead circle time and art/sensory activities.
- Documented children’s days through photos and stories with Storypark.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Facilitated diapering and toileting routines encouraging hygiene and independence.
- Monitored outdoor play and encouraged children to explore outdoor environments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Queens University
Remote04-2026
Pre-Health Sciences Certificate - Health Sciences
Algonquin College
Ottawa01.2021
Skills
- Routine adherence
- Family support
- Special needs care
- Valid Canadian Driver's license
- Housekeeping abilities
- Valid passport (2033)
- First aid certified (2025)
Accomplishments
- Successfully Completed Basic first aid and CPR-C Course - Completed February 2022 Valid February 2025
- Successfully Completed PADI Open Water Dive Course and Certification - July 2015
- Successfully Obtained Level One Kayaking Certification - July 2015
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
- Beginner level French speaker
- Founder and admin of a nanny support group
- Avid traveler with a global perspective, fostering adaptability, cultural sensitivity, and strong problem-solving skills in diverse environments
Timeline
Live-Out Nanny Share
Walker and O'Dwyer Families
09.2023 - 10.2024
Live Out Newborn Care Specialist
Boulet-Marshall Family
11.2021 - 05.2022
Live-Out Nanny
Various Families
04.2019 - 08.2023
Educators’ Assistant
Florence Childcare
11.2015 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
Queens University
Pre-Health Sciences Certificate - Health Sciences
Algonquin College
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