Rachael T.     Age 40      Female      Norfolk, VA  - Ara St   Member ID: 12184  Seeking work as a : Housekeeper  Position Type: Live-In, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   Hi there, my name is Rachael, I am 29 and from Trinidad & Tobago. I am responsible and extremely reliable. As for what I am looking for, I would prefer to find one family I can work for on a regular basis. Live-in highly preferred. I was a live-in nanny for two kids for 6 months and it was a great experience. Their mom and I were a good team, and I am trying to find a similar arrangement where I can truly feel like I am an extension of the family and it not be a strictly business relationship. I am a very hard worker and I ALWAYS do more than is expected, especially when I feel like I am being treated fairly. If you're not counting pennies, I am not counting hours. it's that simple. When I am happy I have no idea how many hours I have worked for the week and you're free to call on me 1000 times. I am just looking for an easy going family and great relationships. As for my personality, while I am very mature when it comes to the things that matters, my tendency to be just as awed in Toys R Us as a kid would be, allows me to easily connect with them. At the same time, I am able to strike a balance where they see me as person they can play with as well as someone they absolutely have to show respect to. And I take pride in that. Like many people, I never made it to college due to finances but it's still on my to-do list. I would love to get my degree in Interior Design, my true passion. Any family I work with benefits from my organizational skill and creative eye. As for my formal work background, I have been in banking pretty much since high school and recently decided to make a switch to something that's much more satisfying. Being from the Caribbean, housekeeping comes natural, so if needed that is also something I can also help you with. If you would like to know more about me please send a message. Looking forward to hearing from you.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: No  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English    My Nationality: Trinidadian  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Divorced  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 1 references I grew up in the Caribbean. Need I say more? Prepare to be amazed :-)      Education/Training: Graduated High School or Equivalent  It's a bit hard to explain, but basically I completed high school and spent an additional two years there (which is optional) that prepares you for college. So I have credits. Never made it to college but still have plans and dreams to.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Housekeeper  Prefer to work in: House & Apartment Cleaning  Position Type: Live-In, Full Time  Work Hours: 40 - 50 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   Willing to provide own cleaning equipment: Yes  Willing to provide own cleaning supplies: Yes    Desired Start Date: February 25, 2013  Desired Salary: $2000 - $2200/month  Childcare Responsibilities: Yes  Eldercare Responsibilities: Yes  Housekeeping Duties:    Clean the inside of the home and the immediate external areas (porch, patio, walk ways, garden)      Kitchen cleaning- Dishes, cleaning inside and outside of fridge, cupboards, oven, dishwasher, pantry, counters and floors      Clean Outside of Oven, Fridge, and Dishwasher      Laundry (washing, drying clothing and household items)      Ironing      Meal preparation and service      Cooking and serving on special events for family and or guests      Grocery shopping and household errands      Keeping the household supplies fully stocked      Receive & serve guests      Plant care (garden and household plants)      Secure/supervise tradesmen/contractors      Rotate seasonal clothing in closets, maintain pantry and routinely clear out of date and spoiled items.      House sitting      Handling household finances, paying bills      Bed making, linen changing      Travel arrangements on behalf of employer      Maintaining household security      Hiring and supervising other household staff members      Plan/direct special events