Amber G.     Age 37      Female      Chicago  - Western   Member ID: 11960  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   Hi.. My name is Amber G. and I am currently a graduate student at DePaul University. I am pursuing my Master's degree in Elementary Education. I was born in central Illinois and only moved to Chicago about 3 years ago. I come from a very close, strong family background consisting of many aunts, uncles, cousins, and the most adorable niece in the World. I absolutely love children, they bring so much fun and value to our lives each and everyday which is why I am pursing a career in working with children. A few of my guilty pleasures include soaking up the sun on the beach, shopping downtown, eating sushi, and reading fiction books. I am a very open, energetic person and I can honestly say that not too many things make me unhappy, except for maybe long lines at the grocery store. As a professional, growing young woman I realize that taking care of children is an extremely important job and I posses the skills that will help your children grow in all aspects of their lives. I am a very organized, reliable person and I have a strong history of working with children so if you are looking the optimal nanny I am your girl. Feel free to contact me via phone or email at any time..      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: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice:         Work Experience & Education Background   4 years experience, 3 references My childcare work consists of babysitting as an adolescent as well as teaching a Sunday school class of 2-4 year old children for 3 years. As I grew older I went to Illinois Central College and received an Associate's Degree in Elementary Education. While completing my undergraduate degree I worked for the America Reed's Program and tutored children ranging from ages K-4. Currently I am Pursuing my Master's in Elementary Education. I do not have a whole lot of experience in working with newborn babies however I am willing to learn and grow to be able to take care of children of all ages.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age   Education/Training: Associates Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Master's Degree  I received my Associate's degree in Elementary Education from Illinois Central College in December of 2007. I then received my Bachelor's in Science from SIU-Edwardsville in Sociology with a focus in Employee Relations. Currently I am pursing my Master's Degree in Elementary Education at DePaul University.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Full Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      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: February 18, 2013  Desired Salary: $18/Hour or Negotiable salary  Will work with up to: Three children  Will travel with the family: Yes  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Initial preparation of family's dinner as directed      Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Plant care (indoor)      Family sheets/towels and other linens      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required      Maintain household accounts/ pay bills         References   Lynne Kerfoot  I worked under Lynne at the YMCA of Maryville while attending SIU-Edwardsville. I was referred to her when I was working with the America Reads Program.       Rebecca Bahora  I worked under Rebecca while completing my internship at the United Way of Greater St. Louis, MO.