Nannies of the Rockies - Profile Details

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Boulder, CO 80305
"I have a lot of energy and interests and I find that children employ them well. It is also important to me that how I spend my time feel meaningful and valuable. For this reason, I genuinely enjoy everything about being a Nanny. "
DESIRED SALARY: Negotiable LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN: English
Personal
Education
Employment
Experience
Philosophy

Interested in permanent:Nanny, Temporary

Available for:Temporary

Live-in/Live-out?Nanny, live-out

Desired weekly schedule:Flexible temporary daytime, occasional evenings and weekends.

Salary range:Negotiable

Currently in school?No

Can stay one year?Yes

If not, why?

Prefer Summer only? No

Willing to work with the following types of children: Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
School age

Smoke? No

Would you work with a family that does? No

Driver's license? Yes

Own transportation? Yes

Willing to do additional tasks: Yes

Are pets ok: Yes

Any allergies: Yes

If yes, please list: Mild cat allergies.

Languages you speak? English

Primary language? English

Can swim? Yes

Have children you would like to accompany you: No

Would you consider a Share a Nanny Situation: No

Level of education: M.A. Counseling Psychology Post Baccalaureate Pre Medical Program Graduate Studies Program in Counseling Psychology

Additional skills or certifications: Medical Assistant Training, six years on job training, last five years in Pediatrics.

I'm also willing to work as:
BABYSITTING   TEMPORARY   OTHER SERVICES
Babysitter
Elder Care (non-medical)
Mildly Ill
  Daily
Overnight
  Pet Sitter
House Sitter
Cooking
Gardening
Tutoring
Party Assistant

Experience: Two decades experience in childcare, many years as a Children's program director. I have been a full time nanny for several families and offered on call childcare for dozens of families. I have experience with newborn through teens, healthy and compromised children. I have worked with children with a host of mental, physical and emotional challenges and fell comfortable meeting children and families wherever they are at, and with whatever challenges their lives are presenting with. As a Pediatric Medical Assistant I spent over five years in healthcare. Working with children in a healthcare setting requires a strong sense of empathy and a knack for framing what could otherwise be an emotionally charged situation.I would be more than willing to provide a full resume upon request.

Experience with the following age groups: I have worked with and am comfortable with absolutely every age. I have a sound sense of developmentally appropriate milestones and interests throughout infancy, childhood and adolescence. I have found that each stage and age offers its own beauty and challenges, as is the case with most things in life.

Interests and hobbies:I love to connect through caring, learning, and play. I take pleasure in striking the balance between structuring our time together and allowing each moment to unfold in the way that best supports development and health. The combination serves me welI in the childcare profession and in life in general. It is important to me to move, so I often find myself hiking, biking, running, climbing, or anything else that gets me outside and moving. I sing to the radio and dance whenever I have a chance, and hope folks will join me. In my down time I like to read, make jewelry, listen to stories on the radio and refinish furniture. I write poetry and short stories, and like to dabble in painting, drawing & sewing. I play with the guitar, without much skill but enjoy it all the same.

Describe your childcare style:Have a plan and always be willing and able to change it. Children require patience, flexibility and most importantly a sense of humor. They benefit from structure and clear guidelines, but also really want and need to have fun. Most importantly, I love working with children, it brings a real sense of meaning and joy into my life.

What activities do you like to do with children:Of course this depends on the age of the child. I have found that being fascinated with the world of the child, I appreciate most things shared with a child. In general I prefer to be outside and moving with kids, sweet relaxing time with books or creating things or stories from imagination. More generally, I prefer to play outside, but have a multitude of games, crafts, projects and stories in "my hat" for the days we need to be inside. I like to bike, walk, or take the bus whenever possible with kids, both for the obvious environmental reasons, but also because it helps slow the day down. I am always eager to see what kids create, their person always shows up in their work and is often the best part of a day. Food is a big part of everyones life, and children are often happy to be a part of preparing the families food. Teaching children about what constitutes healthy food choices and all the different ways we can use food is a rewarding and valuable process. Infants and toddlers offer beautiful challenges for creating sensory play and environmental exploration. Simple things can be made especially rich with this age group. Alerting baby to his or her new found sensory perception and motor functions always proves to be a rewarding day for everyone.

Why are you interested in working as a Nanny or Babysitter? I have a lot of energy and interests and I find that children employ them well. It is also important to me that how I spend my time feel meaningful and valuable. For this reason, I genuinely enjoy everything about being a Nanny.

What qualities are important in a Nanny or Babysitter?Creative, patient, appreciative, and accepting. Being part of other peoples family is a complex job, that requires someone who is professional but also To be very genuine and honest.

Additional comments:"You never know when your gonna have a nice time” Olivia 3 years old