In today’s hiring landscape, your résumé is often read by technology before a human—even in the private childcare and household staffing world. From applicant tracking systems to recruiter databases, modern recruiting relies heavily on keywords to match candidates with the right roles.
At Modern Minders, we see incredibly qualified nannies overlooked simply because their résumés lack precise, searchable details.
Keywords help recruiters quickly understand your experience, including:
The ages of children you’ve worked with
Whether you’ve provided sole-charge care
Experience with newborns, multiples, or travel
Your certifications and specialized skills
Being specific matters. Listing “childcare experience” isn’t enough. Families and recruiters want to see exact ages, responsibilities, and scope of work. A résumé that includes detailed, well-placed keywords is easier to find, easier to understand, and far more effective.
Just as important—repetition doesn’t equal strength. Repeating the same descriptors over and over won’t help your résumé stand out. Variety, clarity, and real substance will.
A well-written résumé should balance professionalism and personality while remaining searchable in today’s AI-assisted recruiting world. When your experience is clearly articulated, we can advocate for you better—and connect you with the right families faster.
