Nanny in Peterborough, Ontario

About me: I am a university student earning a Bachelor of Education with a degree is Philosophy with a minor in History. After school I plan to become a philosophy teacher and a guidance counsellor. I am an outdoor enthusiast. I love hikes, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, you name it! I enjoy working with kids and am looking for an  employment where I can practice my skills as a caring adult and also use my creativity, imagination and enthusiasm for the outdoors as tools for creating a fun, safe and memorable experience for kids. Experience: Senior Camp Leader/Programer- Summer 2020 -organize daily camp schedules to meet the needs of various ages, skills and interests of the children -using imagination and creative thinking to deliver exciting experiences -using expertise from PCHD training to provide a happy and healthy child development through creating activities that; help acquire new skills, foster social skills, enforce a family's philosophies - mentor children as a caring adult, provide listening skills and create a safe welcoming space for play and growth Camp Counsellor- Summer 2017-Summer 2018 - Interacting with children as a caring adult - Inspiring creativity and imagination within the children - Supervising all children within camp groups from 10-100 ages 4-14. - Actively staying aware of camper dietary/medical needs as well as disabilities to ensure the safety and maximal success throughout the camper’s week - Leading groups from one activity to the next in an orderly manner - Planning a variety of activities/games to meet the strengths and interests of the camp group, keeping in mind the physical, cognitive, and social needs of the children - Augmenting cohesion between staff through daily reflection and constant communication between co-counsellors - Recalling on strategies, acquired through training and experience, quickly and effectively to help children resolve conflicts and build friendships Volunteer: Simcoe Country District School Board 2016 - Built and organized a non-profit charity called H204Every1, where I visited elementary school classes grades 5-8 and ran educational activities to raise awareness about the worldwide water shortage https://....com https://....com/ - Volunteered at Hewitts Creek Elementary School, and Hyde Park Elementary school to assist teachers in prepping classrooms for fall classes Certifications: Certified High Five counsellor/Trained in Principles of Healthy Child Development Safeguard Certification (swim watch) CPR/First Aid Police Checked Drivers License Meeting you: I am on the road to building experience in my field to launch my career and also happy to help out families that need some support in this crazy time! I am passionate about the role child caretakers have on the mental and social development of children as they grow-up. I look forward to meeting you and your family and bringing my experience but more importantly, my enthusiasm to your family! You can reach me through this website, by phone or by email. 705-984-... [email protected]