Melissa J.     Age 42      Female      Brooklyn, NY  - Sterling place   Member ID: 4507  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   Hi My name is Melisa. I am a responsible, patient and reliable person seeking a job as a nanny. I am a non-smoker, energetic and self-motivated. I wan to be a nanny because I really enjoy working with children as their simple approach to everyday life intrigues me and offers me a chance to learn from them. If I was asked to describe in one sentence the reason I have chosen to be in the Nanny profession over any other it would have to be because I get to influence, teach and care for another human being. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 7 years and can honestly say I love what I do. I feel the children are Blessings and they are the future we live in. My goal as a Nanny is to To provide a safe, warm and nurturing environment in which your any child can develop and realize their full potentials while learning and having fun. I am willing to do housekeeping at the children requests that includes laundry prepare healthy meals organizing toys, books, and bedroom. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am hardworking Spontaneous dedicated Intelligent Social Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include playdates playground Educational outtings Extra-curricular Activities. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be Trustworthy respectful. Please do not hesitate to contact me if I sound like the person you are looking for to join your family. I look forward to hearing from you.       Valid Driver's License: No  Has a Vehicle: No  Can Swim Well: No  Smoking Status: Non-Smoker  Comfortable with pets: Yes  Languages spoken: English, English, Creole    My Nationality: St. Lucian  Background Check: Willing to obtain  Eligible to work in the U.S.: Yes  Civil Status: Single  Religion/Spiritual Practice: Other        Work Experience & Education Background   7 years experience, 3 references I have 7 years experience in childcare. I am certified in Adult-Child-Infant CPR, First Aid and AED. I have Extensive knowledge in providing long-term care for children of all ages. I enjoy working with children because of their simple approach to everyday life; Children intrigue me and offer me a chance to learn from them. My main priority is to provide a safe, warm and nurturing environment in which your child or children can develop and realize their full potentials while learning and having fun.       Childcare experience within the following age groups: Newborn - 3 months, 1 - 2 years, 5 - 10 years   Education/Training: Graduated High School or Equivalent, College, CPR Training, First Aid Training      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter or Mother's Helper  Position Type: Live-Out, Full Time, Part Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    greater than 2 years      As Long as Needed   Childcare Duties:    Cooking      Light Housekeeping      Running errands      Preparing meals      Children's Laundry      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: October 23, 2011  Desired Salary: $15/Hour or $400 - $600/month  Will work with up to: Two children  Will travel with the family: No  Will care  Special Needs Children: No  Housekeeping Duties:    Keep the kitchen tidy during work hours      Greeting/serving household guests      Feed pets during work day as directed      Plant care (indoor)      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed         References   Lisandra Martiins  I am currently working with this family 2 two days a week(Sundays and Mondays). I have been working with this family for 3 months. I care for a 2 year old boy name Charlie.      Nadia Griffith  I worked with the Griffith family for 3 years. I cared for their 3 year old son Justin. I started working with the Griffith family when their son was 2 months old. My duties were to Sterilize baby bottles, Change baby diapers, Feed meals to the baby, Prepare healthy meals for the baby, Washe baby clothes, Sanitize toys, Supervise and assist baby bath, Prepare baby for bedtime, Organize baby bedroom, books, and toys, Take baby on outings, walks and educational trips, Supervise playtime and schedule activities to ensure proper development of social interaction with other children, Effectively handle interventions when disagreements arise, Arrange activities to create a positive environment, and Light housekeeping.