Bobbi A.     Age 65      Female      Algonquin, IL  - Randall Road   Member ID: 423  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor or Mother's Helper or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I am a very responsible, trustworthy, loving, caring, compassionate, energetic and outgoing person. I have been greatly involved in caring for and working with children for over 20 years and I am married, a mother of 4 grown children, 2 boys and 2 girls and "Nana" to one fun-loving granddaughter. I possess great communication skills at all levels. I am a planner and am very organized. I am also certified in Red Cross First Aid and CPR and I have worked in a hospital Pediatrics Unit as a Certified Nursing Assistant. I have also completed college child care and development courses. I am a lover of nature and outdoors. I truly believe in the following quote: 100 years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in or the kind of car I drove, but the world may be a better place because I was important in the life of a child. Simply put: I love children. I'd love to provide you with an extensive list of excellent Professional References for you to contact. I provide a safe, caring, nurturing, fun learning environment that is tailored to each child's needs. I plan ahead for outdoor activities, arts/crafts, science/sensory development, motor skills - both large/small, sign language, music/singing, alphabet/numbers, coloring, games, outings/field trips/exploring & adventure. I create a calm/soothing environment for naptime. I positively redirect children in a calm/caring manner. I teach the importance of manners, self-respect, and self-care. I believe in fairness and integrity and am respectful of parents wishes. Additional responsibilities that I can provide for you are: children's laundry, taking children to medical appointments, errands, extra-curricular activities, trips to/from school. I can plan and prepare child nutrition /cooking for meals and snacks, child clean up/pick up, and tutoring. I would like to invite and welcome you to contact me with any questions that you may have. Thank you kindly for your consideration.      Valid Driver's License: Yes  Has a Vehicle: Yes  Can Swim Well: Yes  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets:   Languages spoken: English, English, American Sign Language    My Nationality: American  Background Check:   Eligible to work in the U.S.:   Civil Status: Married  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   10 years experience, 5 references I provide a safe, caring, nurturing, fun learning environment that is tailored to each child's needs. I plan ahead for outdoor activities, arts/crafts, science/sensory development, motor skills - both large/small, sign language, music/singing, alphabet/numbers, coloring, games, outings/field trips/exploring & adventure. I create a calm/soothing environment for naptime. I positively redirect children in a calm/caring manner. I teach the importance of manners, self-respect, and self-care. I believe in fairness and integrity and am respectful of parents wishes. Additional responsibilities that I can provide for you are: children's laundry, taking children to medical appointments, errands, extra-curricular activities, trips to/from school. I can plan and prepare child nutrition /cooking for meals and snacks, child clean up/pick up, and tutoring. I have cared for children in Pediatrics in a hospital setting and have cared for twins. I would like to invite and welcome you to contact me with any questions that you may have. Thank you kindly for your consideration.       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, special needs children, twins, triplets   Education/Training: Associates Degree, Graduated High School or Equivalent, C.N.A. Certification (Certified Nurse Assistant), College Child Education Courses, First Aid Training, CPR Training, Finance - College courses  I have completed college child care and development courses with a 4. 0 grade point average. Additionally, I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I have also completed additional college courses in finance. I have completed a Child Protection course through my church.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Nanny/Housekeeper or Tutor or Mother's Helper or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time  Work Hours: 40 - 50 hours/week  Position Duration:    1 - 2 years      greater than 2 years      Occasional/As Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Running errands      Preparing meals      Transporting children      Children's Laundry      Limited/light housekeeping      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      Mending Children's clothing as required      Planning activities for the children     Desired Start Date: August 25, 2007  Desired Salary: Negotiable salary  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: Yes  Will care  Special Needs Children: Yes  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep a grocery list      Initial preparation of family's dinner as directed      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)      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed      Supervise other household staff   I am able to care for dogs and other pets, however, due my family member's severe allergies - I am unable to work with cats. I am in perfect health and this is my onlly concern. Thank you!