Jessica P.     Age 46      Female      Brooklyn  - 2136 E 19 St, Apt 7   Member ID: 20848  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am a 40 year old young single women who currently works fulltime at an orthopedic office. I like movies, dancing, going for long walks, playing games, watching documentaries and being around children. I took child care classes in high school then a few years ago, I got my child care certification to be able to work in a child care center. I also volunteered for the Guardian ad litem program, which is a program to help children in the foster care system. I regularly monitored and reported the status of the foster child's living conditions in the home. I have always had great understanding and compassion to provide the best of what a child needs. These experiences have given me a high level of patience and tolerance for the challenges one might face when caring for children. Having open communication with the children and their loved ones, is a wonderful tool to utilize when trying to provide the best of a child's needs. I have always enjoyed working with kids as a babysitter or caregiver, I can offer you only the best of my experience, education and knowledge. When being entrusted with the responsibility of the care for your child.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: No  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English, Spanish    My Nationality: Colombian  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Roman Catholic        Work Experience & Education Background   1 years experience, 2 references I studied childcare in high school and also worked in the school childcare center. I assisted with activities such as: reading, teaching kids safety tips, teaching numbers and colors, singing, dancing, and healthy eating. We organized lunches and help prepare the snacks at lunch time. I learned proper cleaning techniques and how to sterilize toys for the children to play in a clean environment. In recent years, I completed my child care certification and was also a volunteer in the Guardian Ad Litem program. This program assists in monitoring and determining the best possible placement for a child in the foster care system. As a volunteer, I reported on regular visits to the foster home and gave detailed reports on the child's condition to the case manager. I was also present at several court dates to speak on behalf of the child's best interest. I have also been a babysitter for many friends and relatives over the years.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, over 10 years of age   Education/Training: High School, Graduated High School or Equivalent, Associates Degree, College Child Education Courses  Child Care certification completed at Miami Dade Community College.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Part Time  Work Hours: less than 20 hours/week  Position Duration:    Less than 3 months   Childcare Duties:    Running errands      Children's Laundry      Limited/light housekeeping      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Packing Children's lunches      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: September 09, 2018  Desired Salary: $15/Hour  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: Yes  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Feed pets during work day as directed      Plant care (indoor)       Additional Experiences/Qualifications/Preferences: Experience includes caring for my two little cousins ages 10 and 11 both girls. I prepare them for school every morning by preparing breakfast, helping them dress, preparing snacks for lunch, and walking them to school or the bus stop. I assist with homework help and occasionally cook dinner as well. Currently, I work a fulltime job during the week so I would prefer only to work on the weekends as a babysitter.        References   Annaleah Krenn  Mrs. Krenn was my supervisor in the Guardian Ad Litem volunteer program for about one year.      Marilenis Tavarez  Mrs. Tavarez was my co-worker at a medical supply company.