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Objective:
To obtain an aupair position within the United States where I am able to promote the development of children physically, socially, cognitively and emotionally, as well as assisting in their day to day care and household management.
Experience:
Family Aupair The Hugueley Family (4/02-9/02) Chicago, Illinois
*Daily care of two boys (ages 1 and 4), as well as some overnight care whilst parents were absent.
*Assisted with housework and errands, children's laundry, bathing, general asssistance when required. Cooked and served lunch and snacks.
*Pick-ups from pre-school, guiding and teaching children about different aspects of life.
*Travelled on family vacations, as well as business trips interstate when the children were brought along.
*Daily activities: planned picnics, trips to library and grocery store, story time, visits to downtown Chicago, free and scheduled play times, etc.
Banquets Supervisor The National Wine Centre of Australia (9/01-4/02) Adelaide, Australia
*Responsible for service of food and beverages to function guests.
*Organise and assist with the set-up and pull-down of function rooms and arrangements.
*Completed multi-skilling shifts in a variety of departments, such as Administration and DeCastella's Restaurant.
*Coordinate, attend and participate in employee training.
Nanny/Mother's Help The McGarrigan Family (9/99-9/01) Melbourne, Australia
*Daily guarding of the health and happiness of four children (ages 3-11 at time of leaving); providing loving, safe and educational environment.
*Light meal preparation, lending assistance to mother with child care when required, completed housework.
*Pick-ups from school and pre-school, guiding and teaching children about different aspects of life.
*Assisting the mother in day to day running of the household, handling matters such as bill payments, vacation arrangements, etc.
*Daily activities: planned picnics, trips to library and grocery store, nature walks, story time, free and scheduled play times, etc.
Event Coordinator Cecconi's Ristorante (3/99-9/99) Melbourne, Australia
*Answered the telephone, handled all reservations and enquiries for the restaurant.
*Coordinated and organised function details and events taking place, responsible for selling of private function facilities.
*Assisted with accounting and marketing of restaurant. Completed any word processing and correspondence. Acted as hostess and cashier when required.
Babysitter Caroline's Babysitting Service (11/96-11/98) Melbourne, Australia
*Set-up in high school to earn extra income.
*Provided temporary, short term care for multiple families with children aged 0-14. Hours and terms of responsibility varied.
Education:
Suzan Johnston Training Organisation, Certificate II Community Services (Children's Services)
2000
Melbourne, Australia
Subjects studied included: Home Safety; Caring for the Newborn, Toddler & Child; Children's Health and Development; Hygiene, Bathing, Nappy Care and Dental Health; Child Psychology; Bottle Feeding, Introducing Solids and Basic Nutrition; Play and Learning Skills.
Australian Catholic University, Bachelor of Teaching (Primary and Secondary)/Arts (English Literature)
1999 (Completed one year, having deferred studies)
Melbourne, Australia
Clonard College, High School Education
1994-1998
Geelong, Australia
Qualifications:
Solid childcare experience
Requisite personality and character
Exceptional versatility and aptitude
Good communication skills
Ability to maintain stability in a high-stress environment
Excellent health and physical condition
Accreditations:
St John Ambulance First Aid Certificate - First Aid for Families (2000)
St John Ambulance First Aid Certificate - CPR (2000)
Interests and Hobbies:
In order to give a fuller sense of myself as a person, here are some of my interests and hobbies outside of work.
Reading - There is a quote by John Adam's to his son that "you will never be alone with a poet in your pocket." Well, I began that philosophy from the moment I could read, though not only with poetry. I was the kid in class always hiding a book under the table, and still love to read today.
Sports - I love to get involved with everything, although basketball is my absolute favourite. I'm definitely more of a participant than a spectator. I can join your children in any sport they'd like, and follow their participation in school sports.
Writing - I keep a journal and spend a lot of my time spare time writing short stories, poetry and the like. It may not be very good, but it keeps my mind sharp and creative! I get so much excitement from writing, and I enjoy even more seeing a child developing that same enthusiasm. It's a wonderful thing to share!
Computers - I am very familiar with all Windows Platforms to date, Adobe Acrobat Deluxe, MSWorks, Quicken Deluxe, AOL, FTP & FrontPage, and much more. I know how to use the internet (obviously) and do quite a large amount of research through that means.
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