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Karen F.
2315, Nelson Bay, Port Stephens
From $20 /hr
10
year exp.
From $20
Hourly rate

About Karen

59 years old Speaks English Japanese
I have just become available to take on new work after a stint working as a disability support worker. However I am not available Tue, Wed & Fri 2pm to 6pm. I first started looking after kids when I was just 17 years old and worked as a nanny for a busy working mum. Later, I became a mum of 4, and now a grandmother of 1. I've also been a foster-carer for over 20 years and a host mum to long-term homestay youth for 4 years. Very disillusioned with the 'system' of foster care otherwise I'd still be doing it. I still work with youth volunteering at a local counselling service and am also doing a diploma of counselling. My whole life has been centered around children of all ages and have experience caring for children with disabilities as well. Have current working with children check and 1st aid.
Non-smoker Has own transportation Comfortable with pets

Experience caring for

Toddlers (1-3 years)
Newborns (up to 12 months)
Teenagers (12+ years)
Primary school age (7-12 years)
Early school age (4-6 years)
Experience with twins
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Services

Pick-up / Drop off
Cooking / Meal preparation
Light housekeeping
Bathing
Putting kids to bed
Activities (e.g. swimming)
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Qualifications

Special Needs Care Training
First Aid Certificate
Driving Licence
CPR Certificate
Advanced Diploma