Astride B.     Age 44      Female      Brooklyn  - East 96 Street   Member ID: 25410  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Full Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   My name is Astride Bastien, I am full of compassion, patience and nurturing are part of what makes me a dynamic child care provider. Utilizing my unique training and sleeping technique and able to calm babies and develop a routine that allows for comfort and promotes healthy growth and development. I am a certified Baby Nurse as well as in CPR and First Aid. With an Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the College of New Rochelle, I have been able to utilize my education and loving nature to connect with clients from newborns to school aged children and to their parents. I like to bring my loyalty, patience and strength into each household becoming an integral part of the family. As a firm believer in education and child development, I read to charge and promote education through my daily activities and lessons with babies and children. From reading Cat in the Hat to arts and crafts to trips to the museum I encourage education, culture and imagination. I am a dedicated member of my community, helping with church and community activities such as feeding the elderly and helping the homeless. I have an outgoing personality that makes me a lively part of my family and social groups. As a Native New Yorker I stays on the pulse of the cultural beat attending events, festivals and gatherings ranging from music to the arts. I am a native English speaker with effective communication skills, a non-smoker and comfortable around pets.       Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: No  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, French    My Nationality: American  Background Check: Yes  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Adventist        Work Experience & Education Background   5 years experience, 2 references Baby Nurse/Nanny Work with babies, infants, toddlers and young children of private families providing care; clients have included: twins and children ranging from newborn to 5 years old. Become an integral part of the household assisting with laundry, food shopping and overall cleanliness of the child and baby areas; ensuring children are fed and cleaned. Implement educational activities and games to stimulate development in babies and toddlers. Set a routine, which includes techniques for sleeping and keeping babies calm. Accompany children to parks and outdoor activities for exercise and development. Maintain supervision of children at all times ensuring their safety. Prepare and cook light meals and snacks. Get school aged children prepared for their school day; assisting with dress, prepare snacks and lunch. Drop off and pick off school aged children and assist with homework. Instill a bedtime routine with children ensuring they are cleaned and situated before bedtime. Maintain a nanny log and keep parents apprised of their child s development and day.       Childcare experience within the following age groups: Newborn - 3 months, 2 - 5 years   Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree, Certified Nanny Training, CPR Training  With my Bachelor s degree in Psychology from the College of New Rochelle, I have been able to utilize my education and loving nature to connect with clients from newborns to school aged children and to their parents. I like to bring my loyalty, patience and strength into each household becoming an integral part of the family. As a firm believer in education and child development, I read to charge and promote education through my daily activities and lessons with babies and children. From reading Cat in the Hat to arts and crafts to trips to the museum I encourage education, culture and imagination.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Full 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      Limited/light housekeeping      Children's baths and dressing      Help with homework      Packing Children's lunches      Mending Children's clothing as required      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: December 28, 2015  Desired Salary: $17/Hour or $3400 - $3600/month  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      Initial preparation of family's dinner as directed      Full meal preparation and service      Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Greeting/serving household guests      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Maintain household accounts/ pay bills       Additional Experiences/Qualifications/Preferences: English speaking nurturing and dedicated baby nurse/nanny with five years of experience at providing love and care for children from newborns to 5 years old. Provide a clean learning and interactive environment, which allows for stimulation and fun while maintaining the health and wellness of the children. Dedicated to maintaining a positive and safe environment for child development and growth utilizing unique techniques for comfort and routine. CORE COMPETENCIES CPR & First Aid certifications Baby Nurse certification Unique training and sleeping techniques Child Psychology courses Educational activities Feeding& Diaper maintenance Household support Patience and dedication         References   Emma Wilson  Emma Wilson To Whom It May Concern: My name is Emma Wilson. I am a Physician at Presbyterian Hospital. I have known Ms. Astride Bastien for the past four and half years. Ms. Bastien is a very hard-working, dedicated and efficient nanny who is always willing to go the extra length for my children. She is also a very warm, friendly, honest and out-going nanny who gets along well with my family. It gives me great pleasure to recommend her to your family. I am certain that Ms. Bastien will exceed to all of your expectations and will be an asset to your household.