Hi my name is Francesca and I am a recent graduate of the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education program at Brock University. I am currently studying Autism and Behavioural Science at Niagara College and am loving the program. I have a passion for working with children and I have years of experience working with children of all ages and needs. I grew up with four younger siblings, so I took on a babysitting role as soon as I was at the legal age to do so. In regard to job experience, I have worked as a respite worker for two different families who each had a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. As a respite worker I had the pleasure of supporting and caring for these individuals through doing basic carer duties (cooking, toileting etc.) and through providing them with all round positive experiences and interactions. I understand how important it is to have a caregiver that is not only going to provide high quality care, but who is also going to be fun-loving and treat your children with the respect they deserve.