I am retired school teacher, grades K-8, of 25 years. I would like to be able to help people with very busy lives because I understand the demands life makes on so many of us. Helping others, and being able to work part time with a flexible schedule is exactly what I see myself doing in retirement. I can help out in many ways such as: being available for children at pick-up or drop-off at bus stops, tutoring, preparing light meals, housecleaning, running errands at stores, picking up dry cleaning, walking the dog, taking seniors to appointments or keeping them company and perhaps playing cards with them or helping them around the house; I am sure there are many more ways to help that are not even mentioned. I have a lot of energy and patience, I am reliable and trustworthy, and above all I understand that there many families that just need a little extra help to make their lives easier.