Danielle

Childcare Provider from United States

Over 10,000 childcare hrs
Over 5,000 infant care hrs
Has driver's license

Infant care qualified

Yes

Special needs qualified

No

Available to start:

December 2021

Experienced childcare provider who is experienced handling multiple children and is comfortable with infants to pre-teens! Send a message

Cover letter
About Danielle

"Dear Family" Letter:

What profession did you choose and why did you do so? I chose to be a nanny/childcare provider as I have always loved and adored children. When I was younger, I wanted to be a pediatrician but soon after decided to pursue my studies in Early Childhood Education. I have obtained a Teacher's Assistant credential in the state of California. Further, I also wanted at least 8 kids and well that did not plan out the way I wanted so the next best thing is enjoying my time trying to help a village raise beautiful, wonderfully talented, smart kids. Why did you decide to work as a live-in caregiver? Being able to be available at a moment's notice has always seemed to benefit children. Life happens and parents need childcare at random time frames so to be available as needed is usually a necessity. Why are you the best fit for a family and what are your special skills when working with children? I think adapting to a child's needs is first and foremost the most important aspect I bring to any family. Every child is different so to be able to be goofy with a 3-year-old but 'old' to a 10-year-old has always come easy to me. That flexibility is always a must! Additionally, I am able to relate How do you like to spend your free time? I spend my free time in school. I am attending Riverside Community college and on the path to obtaining my associate's degree in Psychology. I am debating on pursuing a bachelor's but for sure associates in Psychology. I also enjoy traveling, driving, the beach, the mountain, and exploring the world has always interested me! How would you describe your driving skills? I have experience providing transportation to children in a daycare. I am super cautious when it comes to others in the car with me. I follow speed limits, seat belts, signals, which is a big thing for me, car seats need to be installed correctly otherwise my anxiety will kick in, just overall cautions, safe driver! I am also comfortable learning how to drive in snow. What else should a family know about you? I am a fun-loving, enjoyable person who knows when it's time to take care of business but be light-hearted and carefree when appropriate. Have to be able to know when to have fun with children, otherwise, children can't be children and enjoy the world around them! I am patient understanding, reliable and flexible.

More about Danielle

Danielle is a Childcare Provider who has has experience working with children between the ages of 6 months old to 12 years old. She has worked in an after school program for many years where she has been responsible for multiple children of school ages. Danielle is comfortable driving children and going on local excursions. She enjoys her free time in the mountains or beach and loves playing with her nieces. Danielle is open to location in the US and is looking forward to the opportunity to join your family beginning in January 2022!

Interested in ages:
Currently lives in United States

Dietary considerations

I eat everything

Highest degree

Some College

Profession

Childcare Provider

Ideal family location

United States

What are some ways you can think of to prevent and deal with culture shock and home sickness when they arise?

Staying in touch with family

Important qualities and skill of the Au Pair:

They need to be experience working with 1-2 year olds and preschool age children.

For the 1-2 year old they need to be comfortable getting down on the ground and helping Finn with his gross and fine motor skills. They need to love to read, do art or play music to engage him creatively as well.

For our 4 year old, just be fun and loving! She loves ballet, dramatic play, baking, arts and crafts. So someone who is able to make up activities easily!

Most important things when selecting an Au Pair:

1) Experience with 1-4 year olds. Mainly important with the younger kids as they will spend more time with him.
2) Independent.
3) Engaging with the kids - loves spending time with kids!
4) Organized and proactive around the house.

List of responsibilities the Au Pair will have:

1) Helping with breakfast and/or making lunch for Evie
2) Pick up and/or drop off (one kid - depends on the day).
3) On certain days being with Finn and taking him on walks, to the library, music class, swimming, playground, gymnastics.
4) Help with dinner, bath, bed time. So light cooking for the kids and clean up.
5) Help with random errands to the grocery store.

Most important rules at home:

1) Clean up after yourself and the kids.
2) Take shoes off in the house.
3) Be proactive if you see something that needs to be cleaned.

Post secondary accredited educational opportunities in hometown area:

College of Marin - http://es.marin.edu/registration

SF - www.usfca.edu

There also are several courses locally here: http://www.millvalleyrecreation.org/facilities/community_center/

Au Pair's private bedroom:

It is private with its own pedestrian entrance.

It has its own shower/bathroom, a queen bed, chairs, a pelaton, fridge, sink, kettle, and microwave. So its pretty amazing! Very light and pretty room.

It is by the swimming pool and hot tub so in the summer on weekends we will likely be down there.