Nanny in Calgary, Alberta

Hi there! I am a 25 year-old female Master's student with 10 years of private nanny experience working both part-time and full-time, as well as 8 years of experience coaching gymnastics to girl's age's 3-12yrs. I have my Emergency First Aid CPR/AED level C certificate, as well as child/infant CPR training, and clear criminal record & child abuse checks. I am currently working as a trauma counsellor at a family violence shelter for women & have worked in this role for the last year in Winnipeg gaining experience in my field, however have decided to seek out an additional nannying position in the evenings/weekends. If this fits your schedule please let me know! I'm currently free Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday evenings after 5:30pm & weekends. EDUCATION I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Winnipeg and am currently enrolled in a 2 year Masters Degree program from Yorkville University out of NB, however it is delivered online. Nursing: December, 2017 - Dec. 2018 I completed one year of the Nursing program at Red River College, before deciding that nursing wasn't the career for me, and returning to U of W. If your child has any health or mental disorder I feel competent that my nursing psychology training would be a large asset. I have knowledge on common disorders (autism, diabetes, epilepsy etc. ), know how to monitor vitals, and perform tube feeding or medication administration among other things. My knowledge of psychology helps me navigate common mental/conduct disorders as well (ex: ADHD, acting out, mood swings) Other University courses I have taken that apply to this position including: Psychology, Child Psychology, Adolescent Psychology, Social Psychology, Sociology, Women's Gender studies, Lifespan Human Development, Health & Nutrition WORK EXPERIENCE Family Violence Counsellor Willow Place Women's Shelter April 2022-Currently ongoing I manage the crisis phone as well as provide in person counselling sessions to our in shelter residents fleeing domestic/family violence. Gymnastics Coach September years Panthers Gymnastics - Winnipeg, MB I coached recreational and competitive gymnastics part-time. I worked in the gym with different groups of children ranging from 3 to 14 years old and oversaw the development of their gymnastics skills, always making sure they were safe, happy and having fun at all times. I also ran the summer camp program there for two summer's which has given me lots of experience in planning activities and games. Camp Counsellor Camp Arnes July-August 2017 I worked at the camp as a cabin leader for all of July and August, Living there 24/7 I was able to gain alot of experience very quickly. Volunteer July 2013 to 2017 Canadian Blood Services - Winnipeg, MB I have worked over 3 years as a part-time volunteer in two roles. I was responsible for overseeing and entertaining groups of children as their parents donate blood. I also worked as a greeter, supervising the kitchen area and ensuring donors receive snacks. Volunteer May 2017- May 2020 Teddy Bear's Picnic -Winnipeg, MB For 3 year's I have volunteered as a "teddy bear doctor" at the picnic examining sick bear's and hearing the children's stories, listening to the bears "heart" and making it a fun experience for them. This has been one of my favourite experiences ever & the picnic is so much fun if you haven't been yet. Babysitter/Nanny 2012-present In the past 10 years I have worked for numerous families and taken care of children ranging in age from 2 months to 8 years old. Including: 8yr. old boy - occasional babysitting for 5 years Family of a 5yr. old girl 7yr. old boy - occasional babysitting for the past 3 years 3yr. old boy 4yr. old boy - for 6 months Family of 3 month old girl & 3yr. old boy - occasional for 4 years 8 month old girl - Worked for 3 days a week for over 6 months Family of a 2. 5 yr. old girl & 5 yr. old girl- Full-time July August of 2018 Family of a 12yr. old girl, & 10yr. old boy - Occasional from 2018-201...... (I did overnight stay's at their home, and looked after them for a full week over the summer) 2 yr old. girl : Full-time for 1 year & 4 months - June 2020-Sept. 2021 until she began preschool As I mentioned due to my experience running summer camp's, I am great at planning games and activities and I like to be outside and be as active as I can with the children I look after. In the past I have taken children to go swimming (or to a splash pad/wading pool), play at near by parks, play tennis/soccer etc. as well as going to the zoo. I have had my Manitoba license for 9 year's now and would happily take my driving test in Ontario as well. P.s I can also do anything else needed in the home such as meal/dinner prep, dishes, cleaning, laundry etc. at no extra cost and I typically clean the houses I work in daily during nap/down time.