Laura D.

Meet Laura

• Speaks English
• Comfortable with pets
• Has a car

Hi! My name is Laura Duda (pronounced like "Zip-a-dee-DOO-DAH...") I'm 45 years old, and I recently moved back to Michigan with my husband. I don't have pets but I enjoy them as long as they don't have a tendency to bite, and I don't have my own children but have loved working with children of all ages my entire career. My priorities when working with people include: - providing a safe environment - respecting boundaries and preferences - individualizing experiences and care - encouraging confidence by fostering independence - supporting family passions and goals - promoting learning amidst everyday occurrences - communicating openly, clearly and with detail - helping people explore life with creativity - balancing structure with improvisation - focusing on abilities. I have a Bachelor of Music degree and am a board certified music therapist. My work experience includes 13 years as a pediatric music therapist, as well Read more as administrative arts in healthcare roles. I was a Houston Zoo photographer and customer service rep at a florist. My most rewarding jobs have been babysitting or nannying for a handful of families with children aged infant through elementary school. I still remain in touch with them and love learning from them as they grow older. Their parents are happy to serve as a reference for me as needed. I was CPR certified in the past but would need to be recertified. I enjoy working with people of all ages and have a passion for interacting with people who have a variety of needs, helping them to focus on their abilities, promoting opportunities for success, adapting situations to create accessibility and engaging them in creative experiences. I am interested in occasional or part-time work, preferably mid-late morning through early-mid evening during the week. I appreciate flexibility when needed, giving ample notice, and I make every effort to accommodate scheduling needs of families. I have my own reliable transportation. Please let me know if you have any questions, and I look forward to learning more about if I might be a good match for your needs! Thank you, Laura Duda 313.779.9110

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