Jennifer R.     Age 50      Female      Medford, MA  - 85 Fellsway West   Member ID: 2100  Seeking work as a : Nanny  Position Type: Live-Out,       Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am a loving, gentle and patient care giver. I am also very creative and know how to keep children engaged. I have worked with and raised children for the past 13 years. I believe that children should be taught to become their own problem solvers. Gentle guidance and redirection is needed when they are having a tough time making a good decision. Time outs are a last resort.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets:   Languages spoken: English, English    My Nationality: American  Background Check:   Eligible to work in the U.S.:   Civil Status: Married  Religion/Spiritual Practice:         Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 5 references I was a lead preschool teacher at Child Development Center in Medford, Massachusettes for eight years. When I first started working there, I was working part time, going to college full time, and raising my daughter. I then realized of my capabilties to work hard, keep focused and multi-task. The last five years that I worked was full time, with the same co-teacher. I am very easy to get along with and work well with others. Note: I am infant/toddler and preschool teacher certified      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, twins, triplets   Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree, College Child Education Courses, First Aid Training, CPR Training  I graduated from Salem State College in 2004 with a B. S. (Honors) in early childhood education.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny  Position Type: Live-Out,   Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Preparing meals      Children's Laundry      Limited/light housekeeping      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)      Planning activities for the children   I love to initiate art projects and read stories   Desired Start Date: March 13, 2008  Desired Salary:   Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: No  Will care  Special Needs Children: Yes  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Feed pets during work day as directed      Empty kitchen trash as required