Marie A.     Age 68      Female      Standish, ME  - Ossipee Trail w.   Member ID: 10369  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am a dedicated, loving, & patient person. I have 25 years experience. I am a professional nanny. I have an associate degree in early childhood education. I graduated Valedictorian from Portland School for Nannies I have worked with children from newborn - to school age. I enjoy teaching. I enjoy doing projects. I am very creative. I have worked as assistant director / teacher for 8 years. I was in charge of 65 children and 9 staff, as well as preparing 10 children age 5 for Kindergarten. Every child is unique, every child is special and I love every child in my care as though they were my own. It's very important to me that children start off with a positive self image, therefore I teach self-esteem. I encourage children to find the good in themselves and in others. I am 1st aid and c. p. r. certified. I am also certified in water safety. I have been happily married for 29 years. We have 4 children, and 14 grandchildren. I have been a newborn nanny to 7 of the 14 grandchildren. We have twin grand-sons, born in June 2012. I care for them, as well as their 3 year old brother & their 2 year old sister, perhaps 2-3 times a week, depending on my schedule. Childcare is my calling in life. I find it is very rewarding. It makes me happy, content, and feeling like I have made a difference.      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: American  Background Check: Willing to obtain  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Married  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 5 references I have cared for children in my home and in their home. I have worked in daycare centers. I have opened and closed and have done everything in between. I was the assistant director / teacher for 8 years. I am currently a toddler teacher. I have been an infant teacher / lead teacher. I provide a clean and safe environment for children to develop to their full potential. I keep them happy and engaged in learning activities. I use a hands on teaching approach. I use art projects to enhance learning. I make learning fun. I leave them always wanting to learn more. I chart children's progress, I maintain daily records, and communicate with parents. I teach early concepts(shapes, colors, numbers, and letters). I teach social skills, respect, and self-esteem. I encourage creativity and empathy. I have excellent references available upon request.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: Newborn - 3 months, 3 - 12 months, 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, special needs children, twins, triplets   Education/Training: Graduated High School or Equivalent, Associates Degree, CPR Training, First Aid Training, College Child Education Courses  I graduated Valedictorian from Portland School for Nannies. I had perfect attendance. I gave a speech about following your dreams. I did research on Down Syndrome, and childcare then and now. The following year I taught for the school. I taught a class of 15 students about creativity and perception, things are not always as they seem. I graduated from Windham High School in 1974. General course of study.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    greater than 2 years   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Running errands      Preparing meals      Transporting children      Children's Laundry      Occasional supervision of childrens friends/guests      Ironing children's clothing as needed      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)      Packing Children's lunches      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: December 15, 2012  Desired Salary: $15/Hour  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: No  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Initial preparation of family's dinner as directed      Full meal preparation and service      Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Feed pets during work day as directed      Plant care (indoor)      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Mop Kitchen floor weekly, minumum weekly frequency      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed         References   Pat Magno        Erin Nicholas