Hi there, I started my nanny/caregiver career back in 2000 in New York, USA, caring for 1 boy (8 yo) and 3 girls (8,10,11 respectively) also doing some household chores as well as helping them with their homework. Then moved to Canada under the Live- in caregiver program. In 2004 I was doing eldercare until 2005 when I started with a lovely family where I took care of 2 boys (22 and 4 months old respectively) working for them for almost 4 years caring for the kids and managing the house. All of my positions were very rewarding and enriched my life in different ways, as the life of the little ones and their families. So much so that I am still in contact with most of the families I worked for. Our responsibilities as nannies are to keep the children safe, happy and engaged. Not only providing their physical needs but helping to develop their mental and emotional abilities in those early years. I consider it is fundamental to gain the child's trust and confidence, that opens the door to a good nanny-child relationship. I love children, and it amazes me to see how they can become responsible adults if you provide a nurturing, trusting environment. ( for example my dear J was 8 years old when I took care of him, now he graduated from College and is an Accountant) I still chat with his mom in Facebook. I am a mature, active and reliable person, organized and disciplined who can adapt to different situations. I am passionate of doing research and always learn new things ( I am considering taking a Baby Nurse master class course, newborn care, and also take the INA nanny credential exam). I also have a very healthy lifestyle (physically and mentally). I am a non-smoker. After moving to Toronto from Niagara Falls, I pursued another career but I always go back to what I cherish the most, caregiving. For these last years I have been doing occasional, evening, after school positions to cover my weekly hours and I enjoyed every minute of the different aspects of this job. (Ask me about these experiences). I can email a more detailed career history. I have CPR/First Aid certifications. I have references. My employers can attest to that and say much more about my personality and qualifications. For now I am looking for a part-time or occasional babysitting and I am flexible with my hours. Thank you for reading my profile and giving me the opportunity to help out in your needs. HOBBIES AND INTERESTS: Reading, cooking, sewing, biking, hiking, outdoor activities. Sincerely. Andrea.