“As a skilled and qualified caregiver I can be a tremendous asset to any family! I have special knowledge of creative projects and events for the children I seek to encourage by putting them in a fun, exciting and knowledgeable atmosphere. 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 love to work with children. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 4 years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel the children are special in each of their own ways! My goal as a Nanny is to create an exciting and knowledgeable atmosphere. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes maintaining an excellent level of cleanliness. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am positive, friendly, hard working, loving, and dependable! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include assisting with games and learning."

MARIAM IS GREAT WITH PROVIDING NEW AND CREATIVE ACTIVITIES FOR HER KIDS!

“I am a very fun-loving person who loves children! I am very patient and sensitive to children’s needs. 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 am happiest when helping kids! I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 9 years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel children are full of energy and are always learning and exploring! My goal as a Nanny is to take care of the children to the best of my ability, teach them important life lessons, and entertain them with books, creative art activities, sports, and making snacks! I am willing to do housekeeping that includes light cleaning, vacuuming, dusting, laundry, dishes, and picking up toys. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am caring, fun, respectful, honest and patient. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be friendly, caring towards their children, respectful and honest!"

CECELIA LIVES TO MAKE HER KIDS SMILE!

“I am a friendly, compassionate person who enjoys working with children. I am looking for a part-time position so that I can spend more time at home with my newborn daughter. I am happily married and enjoy being a new mother. I want to be a Nanny because I enjoy working with children and think I have a lot of love and understanding that I can share. 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 children are a blessing and deserve special attention and love. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 8 years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel the children are a blessing and bundles of joy. Children have a different perspective of the world that we as adults can learn from and should cherish. My goal as a Nanny is to help nurture children and to share in the experience of each child growing into the greatness they will become! I am willing to do housekeeping with the children that include cleaning up their rooms with them and cleaning up after the activities we do. I am also willing to do housecleaning that is asked of by the parents such as laundry, cleaning the bathroom, and organizing. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am joyful, friendly, funny, responsible, and patient! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include crafts, sports, reading, gardening, exercise, meals, and creativity. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be friendly and flexible!"

DARCY HAS ENDLESS PATIENCE!

"I come from a very stable and loving family and was always surrounded with little cousins and nieces and nephews. I feel that the combination of my caring, affectionate nature and my natural ability with children would make me an ideal candidate for any family. 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 in any of my employment experiences, I always found my nanny positions to be the most rewarding and satisfying. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 10 years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel the children are people with which you can form valuable and long lasting relationships. Children, although sometimes challenging, can serve to help me as the nanny grow personally just as I serve to help them grow and learn. My goal as a Nanny is to be an extension of the parents and to provide everything necessary to keep the children happy, healthy and safe! I am willing to do housekeeping that includes helping them with their chores and whatever their parents decide needs to be done. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am responsible, loving, effervescent, patient, and loyal! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would a combination of learning and play, story time, outside time (I love the outdoors), and if possible interaction with other children. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be warm and enthusiastic about their children!"

MELISSA WAS SURPRISED TO FIND HOW MANY PART TIME POSITIONS SHE WAS OFFERED! SHE WOUND UP SETTLING WITH THE PERFECT FAMILY!

“I am a fun loving, caring, safety oriented, compassionate, and educated professional! My goal is to care for children and serve my community in the childcare/educational field. I would like to gain experience working with children of different ages and one day manage a center or business providing care for children of all ages. I have been married for 10 years and have a child in middle school. I want to be a Nanny to support families and provide quality care to children to better their lives outside of school. I have managed a before/after school center and gained experience as an Early Childhood Assistance Program Coordinator and Preschool Assistant Teacher; I am also currently a Toddler Teacher. I enjoy children of all ages and would love the opportunity to work with families who need care and support for their children. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 11 years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel the children are all equal and have the same basic needs which include love, attention, emotional support, physical care, safety and security; but also are individuals who have their own personalities and opportunities to grow and learn in life. My goal as a Nanny is to support children and families. I also hope to get to know each child’s personality, emotional and educational needs and each family’s goals for their child. I am willing to do any type of housekeeping that will assist the family in their daily life. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am fun loving, personable, sympathetic, knowledgeable, and professional! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include cognitive development-puzzles, math, creative art-painting, playdough/clay, reading books/discussing books, assisting with reading/language arts activities from school, observing nature, identifying the world around you, simple science experiments, learning life skills, music, dramatic play, simple cooking with adult help, and attending local community events with parent consent. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be open and specific about the needs of their child/ren, positive, and loving!"

“I love to be around children, and my fun and energetic personality allows me to easily connect with them! My goal is to complete graduate school this year, get married, start a family of my own, and start my career. My family background consists of a tight knit family. My parents are still together and they brought me up with respect, kindness, and other many positive characteristics. 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 love to be around children. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 4 years and can honestly say I adore what I do! I feel the children are like sponges but yet teachers at the same time. They are funny and always amaze me with their language and humor. They are so rewarding to be around! My goal as a Nanny is to allow the child to feel loved and to inspire them to set goals for themselves and reach these goals. Children need to start building their self-confidence at a young age so they can be successful in life later on down the road. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes doing dishes, laundry, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning floors. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am joyful, positive, energetic, responsible, and goal driven! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include teaching the child how he/she can be a help around the house, allowing the child to choose from a list of activities that he/she can engage in during down time, and tutoring if the child is at the appropriate age. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be a caring family that treats me kindly."

KRISTEN IS FULL OF ENERGY!

"I am 25 years old and have worked with children for the past 8 years. I have worked as an assistant teacher for all 8 years and have also run the after school program at each of the centers. I am attending Montgomery Community College and will receive my AA in early childhood education in May 09'! I have two nephews ages 4 and 8 which I just adore and have helped raised them. I would like to further my experience with a family and enjoy taking good care of their little ones. 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 love being able to care for children just like their parents would if they could be home with them. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 8 years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel the children are longing for someone to respect, love and teach him or her the things their parents would. Children need to trust the people that are caring for them and I believe I’m the right person for the job. My goal as a Nanny is to respect the family as well as the children and provide quality care. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes dishes, cleaning up toys, and running errands. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am caring, loyal, gentle, responsible, and respectful. Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include playground or other outdoor exercise, art activities, imaginative play, and rest time. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be respectful and treat myself as an individual who would take pride in taking care of their child/ children."

"I love children; I have 3 of my own and we want to adopt another in a few years! I enjoy seeing the light in a child’s eyes when they discover something new. They are so excited and it gets me excited, too! I am the oldest of 3 children; I have 2 younger brothers. My own children are so important to me, and I want to share the love I have with all the children I can. I believe that children really are the future, and they need to be nurtured and cared for diligently; I just want to make a difference. 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 children grow up so fast and I want to be part of giving them a good, solid foundation to be successful in their life. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 15 years and can honestly say I LOVE what I do! I feel the children are one of the most important parts of my day. My goal as a Nanny is to provide a fun space for a child to learn and grow in and to show that there is no limitation to what you can become. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes dishes, laundry, and food preparation. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am fun, silly, determined, lovable, and fair! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include day trips to the park or discovery museum, find others in the area to have play dates with sometimes, learning the ABCs, numbers, printing, colors, shapes, and do arts & crafts. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be down to earth, easy to get along with, and able to trust me to love and care for their children."

DONNA LOVES HER CAREER AND WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING ELSE!

"I am a mature and very responsible person. I am outgoing and fun loving. I have 2 married children and 5 young grandchildren. I would like to combine my love for children with work. 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 love children and I can offer a family stress free childcare! I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over seven years and can honestly say I love what I do! I feel the children are a gift that needs to be cherished and very well nurtured. My goal as a Nanny is to be a loving, and kind nurturer to the child I am caring for. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes planning and preparing children's meals, transporting children to and from activities, packing lunches, baths and dressing, family's laundry, grocery shopping, upkeep of children’s bathrooms, bedrooms and play areas picked up, vacuuming, and all other light housekeeping that is needed. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am responsible, mature, outgoing, loving and patient! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include reading, outdoor activities, and cooking. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be loving and always remembers the importance of keeping family a number one priority."

MICHELLE HAS WHAT EVERY PARENT WANTS IN A NANNY

"I would explain myself as patient, friendly, focused, caring, and as a logical thinker. I have a daughter who is 25 and I am divorced. I want to work with children as a nanny because I've learned that children in a home setting tend to feel more comfortable to develop, learn and explore. A more relaxed atmosphere works better for some temperaments. I can help parents who really want their children in their first stages of development to do so in their own homes. 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 to support parents who really want their children in their first stages of development to do so in their own homes. I have been serving in some form of childcare experience for over 11 years and can honestly say I learned that what I do is very important in the culture and have learned a lot and have had lots of fun doing what I do! I feel children are our hope of a continually thriving and developing world. They need the support, motivation, accommodation, and critical care that will help them to thrive and participate in the positive development of the world. They are honest, real, curious, ready, and willing! My goal as a Nanny is to be the best nanny (like Mary Poppins) I can be, and have a great deal of learning and positive experiences while I'm doing so. What is most important though is being able to provide the services that parents need. I am willing to do housekeeping that includes helping them when their not capable of doing something themselves, guiding them, and giving them knowledge of how to do things, so that they can feel good about themselves. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am helpful, hopeful, patient, caring, and determined! Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include developmentally appropriate activities. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a Nanny like me I would hope they would be loving, energetic, engaging, open-minded, and happy!"

YVONNE IS A REAL-LIFE MARY POPPINS!

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