Dana K.     Age 71      Female      Brooklyn, NY  - Berry Street   Member ID: 24920  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-Out, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am an artist, and I have been working with children for over 8 years, whose ages range from 4 months old to ten years. For several years my child care schedule involved picking up children from their schools, then taking them to the playground, and or special after school classes, and/or on play dates. Then I would bring the children home (via the subway) prepare snacks and/or dinner. I’ve have maintained close ties with my former employers (who can provide excellent references) and generally stay with families for a long period, I also get great satisfaction when I am able to work with older children. My most recent job was working 30 hours/week for a lovely family with an infant (I took care of him 3 ten hour days per week – from when he was 4 months old until he turned two). Recently, the mother had another child, and their extended family is currently in town to take over with the little boy, so I am not needed as I was but I still work for them occasionally. However, I have not only worked with infants, I have worked with children of all ages. It is so rewarding. I love children and enjoy helping them obtain their motor, language, thinking, and other development skills. I am energetic, physically active, loving and responsible and I have excellent and enthusiastic references from former employers. Organized and punctual, they often describe me as patient, nurturing, responsible, and fun. I also have a degree in Fine Arts (Painting & Sculpture), and I pursue my art when I am not working with children. I am comfortable establishing routines, assisting in sleep training, potty training, dealing with separation anxiety, preparing meals, changing diapers, and everything else that goes along with providing a nurturing environment.       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    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status:   Religion/Spiritual Practice: Buddhism        Work Experience & Education Background   9 years experience, 2 references I have been working with children for over 8 years, whose ages range from 4 months old to ten years. For several years my child care schedule involved picking up children from their schools, then taking them to the playground, and or special after school classes, and/or on play dates. Then I would bring the children home (via the subway) prepare snacks and/or dinner. I’ve have maintained close ties with my former employers (who can provide excellent references) and generally stay with families for a long period, I also get great satisfaction when I am able to work with older children. My most recent job was working 30 hours/week for a lovely family with an infant (I took care of him 3 ten hour days per week – from when he was 4 months old until he turned two). Recently, the mother had another child, and their extended family is currently in town to take over with the little boy, so I am not needed as I was but I still work for them occasionally. However, I have not only worked with infants, I have worked with children of all ages. It is so rewarding. I love children and enjoy helping them obtain their motor, language, thinking, and other development skills. I am energetic, physically active, loving and responsible and I have excellent and enthusiastic references from former employers. Organized and punctual, they often describe me as patient, nurturing, responsible, and fun. I also have a degree in Fine Arts (Painting & Sculpture), and I pursue my art when I am not working with children. I am comfortable establishing routines, assisting in sleep training, potty training, dealing with separation anxiety, preparing meals, changing diapers, and everything else that goes along with providing a nurturing environment.       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   Education/Training: College  Undergraduate degree from University of North Carolina (BFA in Painting and Printmaking) Graduate Degree from Washington University, St Louis, Mo. (MFA in Sculpture)      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-Out, Part Time  Work Hours: 20 - 30 hours/week  Position Duration:    Less than 3 months      3 - 12 months      1 - 2 years      greater than 2 years      As Long as Needed      Occasional/As Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Running errands      Preparing meals      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Adhere to special dietary rules (vegetarian, kosher, lactose intolerant, etc.)     Desired Start Date: September 02, 2015  Desired Salary: $18/Hour  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: No  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties: None Provided       References   Jen Kruse  2012- 2015 Jen & Joseph Kruse Responsible of caring for a child from the age of 4 months until he was two. Job was 3 ten hour days per week. Responsibilities included: preparing meals, cleaning up, clothing, changing diapers, taking child to the park and/or to the library. Also followed parents instructions about nap times, feedings, etc. It was a joy to work with the family. I am still employed by them on an ad/hoc basis.       Andrew Maas  2010-2012 Andrew Maas Mr. Maas has two children. A boy eleven, and a little girl 9. I pick up the little girl from school (again in Manhattan and returning to Williamsburg), generally one day per week, take her to the park, then bring her home for snacks and homework. Again, I generally work 3 hours for this client, but when there are school holidays, I work full days.