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Work History
Education
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Volunteer Work
Internship
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Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Vaughan

Littleton

Summary

I am a compassionate, dependable, and service-driven professional with hands-on experience in various areas, including childcare, customer service, and volunteer roles supporting both people and animals. I'm known for bringing an upbeat, positive presence to fast-paced, emotionally sensitive environments. I am skilled in communication, and providing comfort and safety to individuals of all ages. Passionate about helping others and contributing to meaningful work that makes a difference in daily lives. I carry a strong work ethic, an adaptable mindset, and a commitment to showing up with stamina, empathy, and purpose.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Infant Nanny

Private Household
Littleton
09.2024 - 04.2025
  • Provided full-time care for the infant, ensured safety, comfort, and well-being through daily routines set by the family.
  • Maintained consistent schedules in alignment with developmental needs.
  • Created a nurturing and stimulating environment that supported early milestones.
  • Practice gentle responses, promptly addressing infant cues for optimal support.
  • Prioritized infant safety at all times, including safe eating and sleeping practices, as well as emergency readiness.

Private Nanny

Hunewill Guest Ranch
Bridgeport
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Provided high-quality care and supervision to a 1.5-year-old, addressing physical and emotional needs.
  • Maintained a safe environment while adapting to the changing needs of the child.
  • Fostered a nurturing atmosphere to promote healthy development.

Horseback Riding Guide

Palinana Farms
Papa'aloa
07.2022 - 05.2023
  • Led guided horseback trail rides for individuals and large groups, prioritizing safety, guest satisfaction, and memorable experiences in Hawaii.
  • Provided clear, confident instruction to riders of all levels, ensuring proper techniques to keep both rider and horse stable and safe.
  • Maintained a calm and reassuring presence, building trust and comfort in both the rider and the horse.
  • Delivered informative and engaging commentary about the terrain, environment, wildlife, and history of the Hawaiian islands, enhancing the educational and cultural value of the ride.
  • Assisted with training, grooming, saddling horses, and additional animal care, ensuring all horses were properly equipped and comfortable before and after each tour.

Day care

Club USA
Littleton
  • Supervised young groups of children in fast-paced environments, ensuring a safe, fun, educational, and welcoming environment at all times.
  • Responded calmly and quickly to injuries and other occurrences, ensuring the proper techniques and protocols for incidents.
  • Encouraged education, play, creativity and cooperative interaction among individuals

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Geography and Environment

University of Hawaii
Hilo, HI
05-2023

Skills

  • Emergency readiness
  • Safety protocols
  • Relationship building
  • Team collaboration
  • Critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Cultivating personal relationships

Volunteer Work

  • (May 2025-present) Greenwood Wildlife Center- NPO that rehabilitates wildlife
  • (2017-2018) Frequent aid at Friends of Bethesda- NPO that held events for the IDD community
  • (Late 2024- May 2025) Ferret Dreams in Colorado- Helping clean and care for orphaned and elderly ferrets

Internship

  • (2023) Interned at Greenwood Wildlife Center rehabbing and caring for orphaned and/or hurt wildlife.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Infant Nanny

Private Household
09.2024 - 04.2025

Private Nanny

Hunewill Guest Ranch
05.2024 - 08.2024

Horseback Riding Guide

Palinana Farms
07.2022 - 05.2023

Day care

Club USA

Bachelor of Arts - Geography and Environment

University of Hawaii
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