Jessica B.     Age 37      Female      Alexandria, VA  - 7107 Richmond Highway   Member ID: 2612  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-Out, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   As a kid, I had a wild imagination. With every child I have cared for, I love to bring out their own colorful imaginative mind. I have worked with children for a little over 6 years; working in the Child Development Center(CDC) in the church my dad attended. I have babysat for a number of children on the typical 'date nights' for adults. My summer job for the past 2 summers have been "babysitting" my 10 year old brother, doing fun activities during the day. (i. e. bowling, a number of arts & crafts, swimming, 6 flags) It has only been since last September that I have worked as a nanny for a 6 year old girl. I love kids. I like to let the kids know that I am their friend, but their adult friend who is in charge.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets:   Languages spoken: English, English, Broken Spanish    My Nationality: American  Background Check:   Eligible to work in the U.S.:   Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice:         Work Experience & Education Background   7 years experience, 2 references I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. (I am now 21. ) I have been a nanny for the past 2 years with a 6 year old girl. I have babysat my nephew, who just turned 4 months old. For the past 2 summers, my job was to "babysit" my 10 year old brother.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: Newborn - 3 months, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age   Education/Training: Graduated High School or Equivalent, College  I graduated form Trinity Christian High School in 05. I am going to school for a Nursing degree at NOVA. I am not certified with any CPR or Nanny training, but am willing to do so if the family decides it necessary.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-Out, Part Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Preparing meals      Transporting children      Limited/light housekeeping      Occasional supervision of childrens friends/guests      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 16, 2008  Desired Salary: Less than $400/month  Will work with up to: Three children  Will travel with the family: Yes,but up to 10 km  Will care  Special Needs Children: Yes  Housekeeping Duties: None Provided