Phoebe

Female (23) $20 to $30 per hour

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1 Sep 2016
 
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Experienced British nanny based in St Kilda Melbourne. Looking for a part-time nannying position

My name is Phoebe, I am a experienced nanny and Fine Art graduate from England. Currently living in St Kilda, Melbourne, available to start immediately.

I am a fun, outgoing, kind and respectful person whom children often warm to very quickly. My past experiences working with children have shown that I am kind, patient and encouraging.

I am a practising artist and enjoy going to art galleries and museums so I try to encourage creative play amongst children whenever I can. I am 23 years ... more
My name is Phoebe, I am a experienced nanny and Fine Art graduate from England. Currently living in St Kilda, Melbourne, available to start immediately.

I am a fun, outgoing, kind and respectful person whom children often warm to very quickly. My past experiences working with children have shown that I am kind, patient and encouraging.

I am a practising artist and enjoy going to art galleries and museums so I try to encourage creative play amongst children whenever I can. I am 23 years old and have a lot of energy, therefore allowing me to keep up with children; playing in the park,running around, creative play, baking and exploring.

Please feel free to contact me via email or phone if you feel that I would be suitable for your position. Likewise feel free to ask for any details concerning references. I also have a full UK driving license.

Listed below are some examples of my past experiences working with children:

09/2015-12/2015
St Luke's Primary School: 1:1 teaching assistant for an autistic 5 year old pupil

* Ensuring autism needs are met
* Sensory and visual stimulation
* Creating hourly visual timetables
* Planning lessons
* Preparing fun educational activities that are highly stimulating
* Developing speech and language
* Lego therapy

2014-2015
Nannying for three boys aged one, four and six.

My responsibilities included:
* Picking up from school
* Taking to extra-curricular activities
* Cooking dinner
* Playing with the children
* Completing homework and practising reading
* Encouraging hobbies (piano, maths, arts & crafts, cycling)
* Supervising bath time and bed time
* Making sure the children are polite and on best behaviour

2012-2014
Childcare for girl age 4

My responsibilities included:
* Following a timetable prepared by her Mum according to Montessori principles
* Reading stories and singing
* Taking her to museums and parks
* Making and sharing a healthy lunch
* Organised creative play, drawing, painting, and sticking
* Ensure she had scooter/bicycle practice
* Light housework during the child's nap time

2011-2013
Childcare for autistic boy (age 10)

* Assisting the mother in caring for her son who is severely autistic (non-verbal)
* Keeping him entertained with supervised activities (baking, artwork, films, trampoline)
* Ensuring he is calm and happy as much as possible
* Bath time & bed time
* Communication through pictures and stickers
* Assisting on outings to the park and to the shops

2015
Rosendale Primary School
Teaching an Art workshop to Year One classes

* Drawing up lesson plans specific to age group
* Adapting lesson plans depending on positive/negative response from children
* Arranging group and individual work
* Engaging children and ensuring they are listening quietly
* Helping children create their own individual artwork to the best of their ability
* Encouraging children to answer and ask questions
* Introducing role-play games that corresponded with earlier activities

2012-2016
Artroom Brighton- out-of-school art studio

* Supervising children aged 6-18
* Greeting children on arrival and ensuring they are seated appropriately
* Preparing all art materials for lesson
* Making sure children are listening to teacher whilst he is explaining the lesson
* Ensuring children are using correct equipment for the task
* Giving extra guidance to younger children
* Giving constant encouragement and positive affirmations about all children's work
* Clearing art materials away in between tasks and after lesson.

2010
Paint Pots

* Supervising parties at a children's pottery shop:
* Helping children with creative ideas for their pattern
* Assisting with painting of pottery
* Teaching children new techniques and processes


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What I offer

Regular, Full Time, School Holidays

15km from Melbourne VIC 3121 (Public Transport)

Yes

Ages 0-18

Light meals, Full meals, Transport kids, Outings, Toilet training, Change nappies, Tidying, Cleaning, Help with homework

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What I charge

$20 to $30 per hour

$20 to $30 per hour

$25 to $30 per hour

$25 to $30 per hour

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

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Trust

Police Check

Written References, Contactable Referees

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More about me

Degree, Fine Art Painting

License, 5yrs+ experience, Driver's License

English

Temporary until September 2017