Colleen J.     Age 43      Female      Portland, OR  - 6318 SE Steele   Member ID: 756  Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-Out, Part Time      Join now for access this candidate's contact details       About Me   I enjoy working with children because they teach me so much about what is really important in life. learning new things, having fun and taking care of one another. I am a warm individual who is sensitive to the needs of others and I like to work with children because they inspire me to be a more kind person who is full of imaginative ideas. I am working on becoming a teacher and would like to be placed in a situation were I can provide fun and educational experiences for the children left in my care. Personally, I enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I enjoy reading and writing and am hoping to become a world traveler. I establish clear expectations for the children in my care so they know what to expect from me and what I expect their behavior to look like in a calm and compassionate manner. I like to have fun with the children, but also plan activities that are educational and interesting. I try very hard to establish a warm, nurturing and professional relationship with the child or children so they feel comfortable having fun with me and trusting me when issues arise.      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:   Religion/Spiritual Practice: Christian        Work Experience & Education Background   8 years experience, 0 references I have had numerous experiences working with children and young adults. I have worked for five summers as a day camp counselor at Mittleman Jewish Community Center for their preschool program. I have had three years experience in working for two different after school programs supervising children ages five to fourteen. I have worked at two residential summer camps on the East Coast. In college, I was a resident assistant who supervised the freshman dorm for two years providing students with information about the transition from high school to college life. Recently, I have worked as a program leader for the Multnomah County's Outdoor School program were I helped lead the girls' cabin area and taught the animals field study.      Childcare experience within the following age groups: 1 - 2 years, 2 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, over 10 years of age, special needs children   Education/Training: Bachelor's Degree, First Aid Training, CPR Training, Attending Portland State University's graduate education program.  I attended the University of Oregon and received my Bachelor's of Arts, majoring in English and Journalism. This summer, I will begin my studies at Portland State University's school of education graduate program.      Job Preferences   Seeking work as a : Nanny or Babysitter  Position Type: Live-Out, Part Time  Work Hours: 30 - 40 hours/week  Position Duration:    Less than 3 months      1 - 2 years      As Long as Needed      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: June 10, 2007  Desired Salary: Negotiable salary  Will work with up to: Four or more  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      Full meal preparation and service      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)      Family laundry      Family sheets/towels and other linens      Grocery shopping regularly as directed      Dust/Vacuum entire house, minumum weekly frequency      Sweep kitchen floor daily      Mop Kitchen floor weekly, minumum weekly frequency      Run/Empty dishwasher daily      Empty kitchen trash as required      Errands, including dry cleaning, as directed      Supervise contractors and tradespersons      Supervise other household staff      Event and entertainment planning and organization