Melissa A.     Age 41      Female      Los Angeles  - Osage   Member ID: 10469  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am a graduate of Scripps College who is passionate about working with families and helping children grow and blossom. I have mentored and taught children as a tutor for 4 years and I have worked with the community for the City of Manhattan Beach which I loved. I strive to look at ways to bring out the positive in any situation. In my free time I do art, read, sing and practice yoga and aerial circus arts. I love the outdoors, animals and cooking world cuisine. I enjoy being able to utilize my creative approach to help create a thriving experience for kids My goals are to create a positive impact on the planet and to always be learning.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, French    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Willing to obtain  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Spiritual - Not Religious        Work Experience & Education Background   6 years experience, 4 references I have been working with children since 2005, I have worked as a daycare worker for art camps for kids age 6-9 for the city of Manhattan Beach, I have worked as a tutor and mentor for kids ages 5-15, I work part time as an aerial arts instructor for kids 4-14 and I have been a nanny for infants 11 months to kids age 12.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 3 - 12 months, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, special needs children   Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree, CPR Training, First Aid Training, Infant CPR and first aid in addition  I have a B. A. in psychology from Scripps College from 2012      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Full Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    Less than 3 months      3 - 12 months      1 - 2 years   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Running errands      Preparing meals      Limited/light housekeeping      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)      Packing Children's lunches      Mending Children's clothing as required     Desired Start Date: December 01, 2012  Desired Salary: Negotiable salary  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: Yes  Will care  Special Needs Children: Yes  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Feed pets during work day as directed      Plant care (indoor)      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Run/Empty dishwasher daily       Additional Experiences/Qualifications/Preferences: I have been a nanny for a family on vacation in Australia and enjoyed it immensely. I would be happy to travel with a family overseas or out of state.        References   Adam Gonzalez  We worked together at Walk in Dance Out for 2 years and have been friends for 11. Adam is a para educator and can also speak about my ability to work with kids.