Laura C.     Age 33      Female      Brooklyn  - 439 5th Ave   Member ID: 24891  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   Through years of working with children as a babysitter, after school program assistant, art education facilitator, volunteer camp counselor, nanny, English teacher, and Paraprofessional, I have maintained an energetic and adventurous personality, gained superior levels of patience and flexibility, and developed the ability to communicate effectively with children through words, art, and emotional support. My education in Art Therapy as well as my work experience have given me not only the skills necessary to work with children in a fun and educational manner, but also a high level of responsibility and professionalism. I am passionate about helping children succeed not only in academics but also as confident, creative, and respectful citizens. I believe that my caring personality, ability to work with others, appreciation for family, and my versatility make me highly qualified to be a successful nanny. My experiences as a teacher, Paraprofessional, nanny, camp counselor, and art education facilitator have taught me the importance of a child's innocence, desire to discover, and sense of empowerment.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: No  Can Swim Well: No  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 EXPERIENCE Camp Lanakila Fairlee, VT Camp Counselor Seasonal: 2014- Co-counsel a Tent Family of three boys age 14 years offering daily emotional support, modeling good moral character, providing consistency, as well as enforcing health and safety. Supervise, instruct, and lead activities for campers in the Wood Shop and general day-to-day schedule with a high-level energy and enthusiasm at an overnight camp for boys ages 8-15 years. Camp Dartmouth- Hitchcock Fairlee, VT Volunteer Counselor Seasonal: 2009- Counselor for children ages 8-17 years with juvenile arthritis/ rheumatic diseases at a weeklong overnight camp. Lead a range of arts and crafts activities for groups of 15-20, assist in leading other activities including athletics, swimming, and nature explorations. Edward Devotion School Implement goals, behavioral objectives, and collect data from Individualized Education Plans for students. Support Teachers in Learning Center classroom and General Education classrooms while also modifying class work and activities for individual student needs. Chanachaisri Municipality School English Teacher Create and execute lesson plans based on English curriculum for preschool students, primary students grades 4-6, and Thai teachers, as well as tutor English club students afterschool. Coordinate and participate in extracurricular activities such the Christmas Party and school show for town. Child Care Hamilton, MA Live-out Nanny Care for two boys, ages 8 and 10; assist with schoolwork, encourage outdoor/ physical activities, arrange fun activities including art projects and play dates, utilize appropriate discipline when necessary. Child Care Boxford, MA Live-out Nanny Provide one-to-one care for a seven year-old boy with behavioral challenges; assist with homeschooling, encouraging play utilizing minimal blocking to address motor and vocal stereotypy, as well as promote proper speech and language skills. Cape Ann Art Haven Gloucester, MA Intern Assisted teaching art classes for students including a weekly class for an alternative high school program for at-risk youth, handled daily office duties and worked on special events preparation and implementation.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 3 - 12 months, 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age   Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree  Emmanuel College Boston, MA Bachelor of Arts in Art Therapy 2012      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Tutor  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    3 - 12 months      As Long as Needed      Occasional/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: August 31, 2015  Desired Salary: $22/Hour or $3400 - $3600/month  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      Full meal preparation and service      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)      Family laundry      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed      Event and entertainment planning and organization