Martha V.     Age 60      Female      Vancouver, WA  - 7914 NW 4th Avenue   Member ID: 3710  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I have participated in many classes and workshops over the years from which I have gained valuable strategies in working with students in various situations. I have many strategies I have used with different students I have come in contact with during all my years of teaching. I am continually in contact with students who have many different abilities on a daily basis. The children I am in contact with everyday are continually teaching me as well. I learn something new from one or more of my students daily. Even when I am not attending classes, I am continually reading, writing, and using the computer to keep my skills fresh. My patience and understanding of young children is a quality I am very proud of. I feel as though I was put on this earth to be around children. I have always loved children. I believe that children need boundaries and restrictions. I believe in Love and Logic with children.      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: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 5 references I am currently a Para Educator at a local elementary school. I have been working at the school for 16 years. In my job I work with children on reading, writing and math. I also am working a second job as a Recreation Assistant for a Summer Playground program. This program is for children ages 5-12 and runs Monday through Friday. The program offers recreation activities and art project for the children. I was also a nanny//babysitter for a family with three children for more than eight years. I spent time with the children on a regular basis. I also stayed overnight with the children on a regular basis. I have many ideas to do with children in the way of art projects and I also can help children with their school work. I have current CPR/First Aid certification. I feel as though my experience is a great asset for caring for children. I look forward to hearning from you soon. Martha      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, twins, triplets   Education/Training: Associates Degree, First Aid Training, CPR Training, Currently in school for Bachelor's Degree in Education  I have an Associates Degree from Clark College. I am currently working on a Bachelor's Degree through Ashford Online. I will finish my degree in March of 2010. My degree is in Social Science with an Education Concentration. I will continue my education to obtain my Master's degree in Education and also receive my teaching credentials from University of Phoenix online following my graduation from Ashford..      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-In or Live-Out, Part Time  Work Hours: less than 20 hours/week  Position Duration:    As Long as Needed      Summer Position      Occasional/As Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Preparing meals      Limited/light housekeeping      Help with homework      Packing Children's lunches      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: July 10, 2009  Desired Salary: Negotiable salary  Will work with up to: Four or more  Will travel with the family: Yes,but up to 10 km  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Feed pets during work day as directed      Walk dog and/or pet care      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required