Stephanie McNair
Upper Riccarton,CAN
Summary
A hard worker with experiance working in retail during her high school years, decided to gain experiance working with children as a swim instructor and gained valuable communication skills. Now working as a nanny while completing my final year of my bachelor of criminal justice at the University of Canterbury where I have gained knowlege im several areas such as: law, psychology, sociology, human services, tikanga Māori. My goal is to use my analytical skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail in a job that makes the world a better and safer place.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nanny
Private Nanny
Cashmere, Christchurch
02.2025 - Current
- Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Provided assistance with homework assignments when needed.
- Managed logistics of children's daily life, including transportation to and from activities.
- Adapted care and activities to meet the needs of children with special requirements.
Swim Instructor
Selwyn District Council
Rolleston, Canterbury
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and confidence in the water.
- Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.
- Developed strategies for challenging behaviors exhibited by students during lessons.
- Developed and implemented individualized swim instruction plans for students of varying ages and skill levels.
Grocery & Ishop Assistant
New World
Dannevirke, Dannevirke
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
- Ordered additional stock when needed from vendors or suppliers to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Built promotional displays for featured products in accordance with corporate marketing plans.
Education
Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ12-2025
High School Diploma -
Palmerston North Girls High School
Palmerston North, NZ12-2021
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Research and Investigative Skills
- Legal and Ethical Understanding
- Psychological and Sociological Insight
- Communication and Reporting
Accomplishments
- Awarded Dux Ladorum at my high school in both 2020 and 2021
- Awarded young sports person of the year at the rural sports awards 2021
- Awarded the supreme sports person of the year at the rural sports awards 2021
Timeline
Nanny
Private Nanny
02.2025 - Current
Swim Instructor
Selwyn District Council
01.2024 - 02.2025
Grocery & Ishop Assistant
New World
01.2019 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Criminal Justice - Criminal Justice
University of Canterbury
High School Diploma -
Palmerston North Girls High School
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