Dafina D.     Age 45      Female      Alameda, CA  - Phoenix Lane   Member ID: 11649  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am a 32-year African American Woman that has 3 degrees (2 BA's- Broadcasting and Communications and an MBA) and 2 certificates (CPR/First Aide & Early Childhood Education - 12 units). For the past 15 years I have worked with all ages of children in recreation programs and preschool programs including in the cities of Alameda, Oakland, Santa Clara Parks and San Bernardino. I am looking to move from the corporate world of advertising so I can have some fun with my own little playmate and also devote more time to my hobby of writing. This is definitely my dream job and I hope I can find a family to work for soon. I am single and do not have any kids of my own, although I have two nieces, one is 5 and the other is 14. In order to consider leaving my current employer I would need to ensure that the family is the right fit and the pay is commensurable with my experience and education - these two factors would make a winning combination. My limitations are: Cigarette smoke, cats (allergic to both) and cannot do heavy lifting.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice:         Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 2 references At several recreation programs in Alameda County I worked as a Recreation Leader, Tiny Tot Teacher and a Supervisor where I planned and organized a wide variety of recreational programs at parks. Through working in these positions I learned to support children’s emotional and social development and promoted positive self-concepts. I also created developmentally appropriate exercise program based on motor skill acquisition and individual and group development (ongoing skill measured program). In addition I supervised Special Needs children in a recreational and classroom setting to support mainstream inclusion in activities.       Childcare experience within the following age groups: Newborn - 3 months, 3 - 12 months, 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age, special needs children   Education/Training: High School, Graduated High School or Equivalent, College, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree  Education • MBA, Business with Specialization in Marketing, (Walden University, 2010) • BA, Broadcasting with a Minor in Marketing, (SF State, 2009) • BA, Communications with a Minor in Public Relations, (Cal State San Bernardino, 2002) • Certificate in Early Childhood Education (Peralta Colleges, 2012)      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time  Work Hours: 40 - 50 hours/week  Position Duration:    greater than 2 years   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Running errands      Preparing meals      Transporting children      Children's Laundry      Limited/light housekeeping      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      Mending Children's clothing as required      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: January 22, 2013  Desired Salary: $35/Hour or Greater than $4000/month  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      Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Feed pets during work day as directed      Walk dog and/or pet care      Plant care (indoor)      Family laundry      Family sheets/towels and other linens      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Mop Kitchen floor weekly, minumum weekly frequency      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed      Maintain household accounts/ pay bills      Book household travel arrangements      Supervise contractors and tradespersons      Supervise other household staff