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Claire Taylor

Dunedin,OTA

Summary

I am a dedicated, adaptable, and resilient student with a strong passion for people, culture, and community. My background in organization, time management, and child-centered practices helps me bring an empathetic approach to my work. Supporting families and children from diverse backgrounds, particularly Māori and Pasifika communities, has deepened my commitment to addressing systemic inequalities. I am passionate about advocacy and believe everyone has a role in bridging wealth, class, and cultural gaps in Aotearoa.

Since the age of 14, I have developed critical skills in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and time management. Driven by a passion for social justice, I enjoy connecting with others, learning from their experiences, and creating meaningful change.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Media Manager

MortgageMe Otago
11.2023 - Current
  • Commented, liked and shared posts to increase visibility and engagement on various social platforms.
  • Designed and curated a professional website for the company, enhancing its online presence and user experience.
  • Developed content focused on increasing both brand engagement and revenue.
  • Communicated social insights and analytics to explain impact on effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

Private Nanny

Morris Family
12.2021 - Current

Childcare:

  • Initiated care for their daughter at 3 months old; she is now 3 years old.
  • Currently responsible for their son, who will be 1 in September.
  • Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.

Daily Responsibilities:

  • Diaper changes and preparation of homemade baby food.
  • Meal preparation for the entire family, ensuring nutritional balance.
  • Conducting laundry and general household upkeep to maintain a clean and organized environment.
  • Managing bathing routines, bedtime schedules, and bottle feeding with care and consistency.

Developmental and Enrichment Activities:

  • Planning and executing educational and recreational outings to museums, beaches, cafes, playgrounds, and libraries to support social and cognitive development.
  • Engaging in age-appropriate activities and play to foster growth and learning.

Additional Skills:

  • Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Excellent communication with parents to provide regular updates on their children's progress and activities.
  • Adaptability and creativity in handling the dynamic needs of infants and toddlers.

Private Nanny

Chirnside Family
03.2019 - Current
  • Continue to provide care for the children during week-long or weekend stays as needed.
  • Organize and supervise enjoyable and safe outings to town, arcades, movies, and beaches.
  • Handle school drop-offs and pick-ups, including transportation to and from after-school activities.
  • Oversee trick-or-treating, playdates, and dinners with the children's friends.
  • Maintain the entire home while the parents are out of town.
  • Cook nutritious meals, daily, ensuring the children’s dietary needs are met.
  • Provide a supportive presence, actively listening and taking an interest in the children's lives.
  • Engage in fun activities such as PlayStation, movie nights, fort building, and baking.
  • Regularly stay over for weekend or week-long visits, ensuring the children’s well-being and comfort in the parents' absence.

Lifeguard

Belgravia Leisure
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted in emergency response with CPR, AED and emergency management techniques.
  • Safeguarded swimmers and visitors with strict enforcement of policies and regulations.
  • Communicated potentially dangerous conditions to swimmers and increased monitoring in high-risk situations.
  • Maintained required certifications in CPR and basic first aid.
  • Organized and supervised enjoyable and safe water activities utilizing dive sticks, rings, inflatable toys, and pool noodles.
  • Ensured the safety and enjoyment of individual children and groups during water activities.
  • Provided attentive supervision and served as a trusted advisor for children needing guidance or conversation.

Kaimahi for Hakuitaka Hakorotaka

Te Hou Ora Whanau Services
03.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided compassionate care for children of parents enrolled in the Hakui Hakoro Parenting Programme, including those from traumatic backgrounds, homeless situations, violent homes, and court-mandated attendance.
  • Fostered a safe, inclusive environment that respected individual autonomy while ensuring harmonious co-existence for all participants.
  • Developed engaging educational materials and delivered essential information to facilitate learning and growth.
  • Offered empathetic support to parents facing challenging and confronting circumstances, helping them navigate sensitive issues.
  • Prepared and served nutritious meals (breakfast and lunch) to programme attendees, ensuring their well-being during sessions.
  • Addressed sensitive topics such as drug abuse and domestic violence, promoting open dialogue and providing guidance during the programme.
  • Motivated attendees to actively engage in and complete the programme, highlighting its significance for personal development and family well-being.
  • Transported participants to and from the programme safely using company vans, ensuring reliable attendance.
  • Conducted house visits and prepared homes for new occupants and refugees, creating a clean, safe, and welcoming living environment.

Bartender/Maitre D'

Lone Star
12.2022 - 04.2023
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and setting up the restaurant according to seating charts.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.
  • Verified legal drinking age of patrons through stringent ID checks.
  • Greeted patrons seated at bar, provided menus and memorized or recorded drink and food orders.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of cocktail, wine and beer menus and memorized all in-house recipes.
  • Remembered customer preferences and past orders, enhancing customer satisfaction and fostering sense of loyalty.

Babysitter

Greggains Family
01.2017 - 12.2022


  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
  • Worked during school holidays.
  • Understood and met children's emotional, social and physical needs by planning tailored activities.
  • Led fun, engaging and age-appropriate activities for children.
  • Prepared food and fed children nutritious snacks and meals.
  • Inspired children to become respectful, well-rounded individuals.

Personal Carer

McGlynn Homes
12.2020 - 11.2021
  • Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, and grooming to prevent skin breakdown and infections.
  • Utilized hoists and wheelchairs to safely move all residents.
  • Administered medication via PEG system or orally, maintaining accurate records of all medications given.
  • Maintained detailed case notes to document residents' progress and condition.
  • Prepared thickened food and drink, ensuring all meals met dietary requirements.
  • Managed household tasks, including washing, cleaning, and general care, to maintain a clean and comfortable living environment.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere for family visits, ensuring comfort and warmth.
  • Organized and accompanied residents on outings to supermarkets, parks, and gyms, promoting regular physical activity and social interaction.
  • Encouraged and supported clients in accomplishing basic daily living skills to enhance their independence and quality of life.

Supermarket Employee

FreshChoice Roslyn
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Helped customers find suitable replacements for out-of-stock items.
  • Addressed customer questions and assisted in finding product locations.
  • Restocked shelves and faced products to keep grocery sales areas attractive and ready for customers.
  • Used product knowledge to educate customers and sell more groceries.
  • Worked tills and provided friendly customer service.
  • Left the position to nanny for the owners of FreshChoice Roslyn (Chirnside Family).

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And English Double Major

Otago University
11.2024

High School Diploma -

Otago Girls' High School
2020

Vocational Education - BPS101: Introduction To Psychology

Learning Cloud
Online
01-2020

Skills

  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Special Needs Care
  • Time Management
  • Honesty
  • Empathy and a drive for Fairness
  • An understanding of multi-cultures including Maori, Pacific and Moriori
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Substance abuse awareness & monitoring
  • Excellent Communication
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Group facilitation

Accomplishments

  • I completed an online BPS101 Introduction to Psychology in my final year of high school.
  • Produced an exercise app with a run and reward system, aided by the Otago Polytechnic. Presented to a large group of parents, teachers, and wider Dunedin public.
  • Trained in driving coach boats in order to coach alongside rowers.
  • Attended Spirit of Adventure in 2019, gaining the Jeweller Award for Outstanding Personal Endeavour and Growth.

Certification

  • First Aid Certified
  • Full Clean License
  • Lifeguard Certified

Timeline

Social Media Manager

MortgageMe Otago
11.2023 - Current

Lifeguard

Belgravia Leisure
11.2023 - 02.2024

Kaimahi for Hakuitaka Hakorotaka

Te Hou Ora Whanau Services
03.2023 - 12.2023

Bartender/Maitre D'

Lone Star
12.2022 - 04.2023

Private Nanny

Morris Family
12.2021 - Current

Personal Carer

McGlynn Homes
12.2020 - 11.2021

Private Nanny

Chirnside Family
03.2019 - Current

Supermarket Employee

FreshChoice Roslyn
12.2018 - 12.2019

Babysitter

Greggains Family
01.2017 - 12.2022

High School Diploma -

Otago Girls' High School

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And English Double Major

Otago University

Vocational Education - BPS101: Introduction To Psychology

Learning Cloud
Claire Taylor