Courtney G.     Age 35      Female      Brookfield, IL  - Cleveland   Member ID: 17526  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Tutor  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I have found through my collegiate and professional experience, any work that is truly worth doing, is work that will outlive you. For me personally, portraying yourself as a mentor, advocate, and leader for our youth is work that never ends. Naturally passionate about working with children my experience has taught me that no matter what frustrations may arise, being a leader and exemplifying a positive impact on a child’s life is not merely rewarding, but fundamental to their development. Through teaching preschool in high school, committing two summers to being a camp counselor for elementary aged students, and certainly the past two years of teaching middle school, I have passionately set forth to be an advocate, problem solver, character builder, life investor, and driving force to success for any and all children I encounter. I engage with genuine excitement in my work and look to instill that excitement in the children I work with. I am creatively minded, and therefore quick on my feet in those rainy weather days. I firmly believe in the importance of children being outside, participating in activities that drive development (social, emotional, and physical), and understand and encourage academics as being a crucial element of a child's life. I am extremely flexible in day-to-day, fun-loving, and excited for the opportunity to work with your family.      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: Willing to obtain  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status:   Religion/Spiritual Practice:         Work Experience & Education Background   4 years experience, 3 references I taught preschool for four years in high school, babysat 2-8 year-olds in high school, tutored elementary aged students in college, worked as a camp counselor for two summers in the elementary-aged group, and taught middle school for two years      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age   Education/Training: Master's Degree  Undergraduate: B. S. Advertising from University of Florida Graduate: M. Ed. from Lipscomb University      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Tutor  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time  Work Hours: 40 - 50 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   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: October 10, 2013  Desired Salary: Negotiable salary  Will work with up to: Four or more  Will travel with the family: Yes  Will care  Special Needs Children: Yes  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Initial preparation of family's dinner as directed      Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Greeting/serving household guests      Feed pets during work day as directed      Walk dog and/or pet care      Plant care (indoor)      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Dust/Vacuum entire house, minumum weekly frequency      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed      Book household travel arrangements      Supervise contractors and tradespersons      Supervise other household staff      Event and entertainment planning and organization         References   Mrs. Young  Principal of Sycamore Middle School -worked for two years -relocated      Mrs. Miller  Assistance Principal Sycamore Middle School -worked for two years -relocated