Alexandra P.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 12 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Asheville, NC 28806
Meet Alexandra
- Speaks English and Italian
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! My name is Alexandra. I am 30 years old and currently live in Asheville,NC. I have a bachelors degree from the University of Connecticut in psychology. Additionally, I just finished my first year of grad school for clinical social work. I have been working in the babysitting/hospitality/health care field for 15+ years now. Most recently, I have been working at a middle and high school during mental health counseling. Before that, I worked as a community based case worker, and previously in an inpatient crisis/detox facility. I consider myself very compassionate and nurturing, otherwise I probably wouldn't have had the calling to work in the field that I work in, taking care of others! Before working in the social work field for 5+ years, I have babysat children of all ages for ten years. I mostly have worked with children aged 2-12, but also have experience working with newborns, Read more along with individuals over the age of 12. I also worked in a daycare with children aged 1 year to 6 years of age. I absolutely love working with kids and would consider myself a very interactive nanny, taking them on outings, keeping them mentally stimulated and providing excellent care and service such as changing diapers, light housework, preparing meals and providing transportation when needed, to name a few. I also have experience working with children and adults with special needs. One of my favorite babysitting experiences was when I was a nanny in Italy in 2014 for six months (I am bi-lingual). I worked with two children, aged 4 and 7, and an adult aged 19 years old whom had severe developmental disabilities. I was also a member of an organization called Best Buddies, where I acted as a peer to individuals with disabilities. Helping others is truly my calling in life. My hours are very flexible, and I do everything possible to make this professional experience as comfortable, caring and fun as possible. I am extremely responsible and do well with listening to meticulous instructions. I truly believe that I can make this a great experience for both you and your children! :) Certifications: First Aid certified, CPR certified, Conflict De-escalatation certified, Trauma based yoga cert
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Basic Criminal
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Motor Vehicle Records
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First aid certification
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CPR certification
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Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 10/2/18
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 10/2/18
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$15-$20/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
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Special needs expand
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Physical Disabilities
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Alzheimer's
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Down Syndrome
- Dyslexia
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Hearing Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Administering Medication
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Insulin Injections
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Psychology
Graduated University of Connecticut 2015
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies