How to Write a Resume for a Nanny Job

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Insert your contact information at the top of the page.

   Include your full name, phone number, address, and e-mail address.
   
   If you are sending your resume directly to individual families and not through an agency, you should consider leaving your address off until you have met them in person as a safety precaution. , This might include why you enjoy being a nanny, your family background, your hobbies, childcare philosophies, what type of family and situation you are looking for, and some your favorite things to do with kids. , , Include the school's name, address, your degree, and the time you spent there for each education segment. , , Include the employer's name, location, your job title, the dates you worked there, and a brief description of what your job duties entailed.
   
   Also consider including the ages of the children you worked with and the reason why you left previous nanny positions.
   
   If you have held several positions, choose 3 or 4 that are most relevant to being a nanny to list. , ,, Prepare a references document with the contact information for 3 to 4 people who are willing and able to discuss your professional and personal qualifications; provide it to employers who request it.
   
   It is important to note how each reference knows you.
   
   Include both a personal character reference and professional work references. ,
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   Step 2: Write a 2 to 3 sentence nanny career objective that states what type of nanny position you are seeking.

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   Step 3: Create a subsection and title it 'Education.'

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   Step 4: List your recent educational background including high school

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   Step 5: college

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   Step 6: certifications

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   Step 7: and safety and professional development training sessions that are relevant to being a nanny.

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   Step 8: Create a subsection and title it 'Employment History.'

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   Step 9: List your past employers

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    Step 10: starting with your most recent job.

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    Step 11: Create a subsection and title it 'Other Activities.'

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    Step 12: List your membership in relevant organizations

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    Step 13: academic and civic honors

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    Step 14: awards

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    Step 15: and volunteer work.

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    Step 16: Indicate that 'References Are Available Upon Request' at the bottom of the document.

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    Step 17: Read your document and check all spelling

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    Step 18: grammar

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    Step 19: wording

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    Step 20: and information for clarity and accuracy.

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