I am a trustworthy and proactive university student with lots of experience caring for children of all ages.
My name is Shannon and I am a third year university student studying a Bachelor of Speech Pathology, with intentions to work as a paediatric speech pathologist. I have an extensive history caring for children of all ages, including (casually and part time from 2013-2015) looking after three children under the age of 13 months, one 2 year old, two 3 year olds, one 4 year old, one five year old, one 9 year old, one 12 year old (with a profound disability) and one 15 year old. I have completed ... moreMy name is Shannon and I am a third year university student studying a Bachelor of Speech Pathology, with intentions to work as a paediatric speech pathologist. I have an extensive history caring for children of all ages, including (casually and part time from 2013-2015) looking after three children under the age of 13 months, one 2 year old, two 3 year olds, one 4 year old, one five year old, one 9 year old, one 12 year old (with a profound disability) and one 15 year old. I have completed my Zumba for Children certificate (2011), Learn to Swim Instructor certificate (2012) and worked with newborn babies in the hospital as a student nurse/midwife (2012). I have an up to date Blue Card, First Aid Certificate (including CPR), National Police Check, Drivers License and I am confident with administering medication for allergies. Beyond all the certifications, however, I do believe I am great at communicating and relating to children, establishing trusting, fun and energetic relationships with every child I have cared for, as well as having great rapport with parents.
Note: Fees are negotiated according to various factors including weekday/weekend, daytime/evening, number of children, age range of children, one-off/regular booking, last minute
Year 12, Currently studying Bachelor of Speech Pathology
Expires 2017
License, 4yrs experience, Driver's License, Own car, Can accept car seats
English
Permanent
What parents love about me
I am reliable, always on time and arrive with an abundance of energy to complete the day. I am happy to stay inside and do puzzles or craft or ready stories, but equally as happy to go to the park or attend an event. I like to engage with the children as much as possible throughout the day and try to encourage learning. I am confident administering medications, and completing tasks such as bottle feeding, nappy changes etc. I am efficient with conflict resolution.
What kids love about me
I am very warm and love to engage in all activities with children. I enjoy joking around, playing sports, reading, cooking and crafts, and try to make everything fun!
What I love about this work
I love watching children learn and grow. I love how they have such big hearts and become your little friends. The work itself is important too because helps me learn more about how to manage different children which will be beneficial for my career as a paediatric speech pathologist.
