I think that my unique combination of life and work experience and attitude would lead me to fit well into your family. I have worked with children of all ages. I am a widely experienced educator with a passion for helping children develop their true potential, no matter where their interests lie, n both English and French. I believe in keenly observing children and developing a method of working with them based on their interests and strengths. Every child is a unique individual worthy of the highest respect. I am empathetic, patient and caring, and find it a privilege to impact positively on the lives of children and their families. I live strongly in the power of positivity, and strive to incorporate this value into everything I do. Right livelihood is important to me. Children are my favorite people. I endeavor to foster a collaborative relationship with families. Professionalism and flexibility are my keywords.I enjoy working to help busy families streamline their hectic lives. I have a reliable vehicle, an impeccable driving record, and have had all security checks. I love to cook, go on nature walks, draw, read stories to and just generally have fun with and for children. I think healthy nourishment, sufficient rest and physical activities are of the utmost importance for young children, and will ensure that happens for the families I work with. I also like bringing children to activities geared to their interests and talents. If that is a young child who loves dinosaurs, then that is what we will explore. Science, we will go to the science centre. Art, I am on the board of directors for a local art gallery for children to explore. Calgary has a wealth of activities for young ones. I also like opening up the world for children by bringing them to events that may spark a lifelong interest in something they previously knew nothing about. In few years ago, I was chosen to be featured as part of the “Everyday Heroes” campaign for Microsoft Canada for my work with children, including some with special needs, in particular Autism and Asperger’s Syndrome. I know that all children are beacons of light that have so much to teach us, if only we are open hearted enough to listen. I have many superb recommendations from children, parents, employers and colleagues that attest to my commitment to doing the best I can for whomever I am entrusted with. I like being a part of a happy and loving atmosphere for children to thrive in.

WORK EXPERIENCE Executive Nanny / Educator Calgary Alberta -- 2014 to 2021. Household Manager …responsible for the care, nurturing, transport and education of two remarkable children in both French and English, Many other responsibilities to ensure a seamless running of the house for this busy and wonderful family.. Excellent reference available upon request. Montre & Racontre Tutoring Services Calgary Alberta 2010 –present Tutor …responsible for creating innovative curriculum and tutoring all ages in the Calgary region. Excellent references available upon request. Alberta Out-of-School Care Accreditation Program Calgary Alberta Site Reviewer …responsible for working in a three person team (two site reviewers and a field coordinator) dispatched to various Alberta out-of-school care providers for assessment of the quality of accreditation of licensed and contracted out-of-school care programs in Alberta. Excellent reference available upon request. Calgary French and International School Calgary Alberta --... Preschool Teacher …responsible for creating innovative curriculum and teaching preschoolers in two languages. Highly skilled with special needs children. Excellent reference available upon request. Heartland Agency and Educational Services Calgary Alberta --... Home visit and intake coordinator / Facilitator …responsible for determining the educational and social needs of high risk children and arranging and providing services as required. Other duties included: the completion of all paperwork and subsequent followups of subsidies with all eligible families, and contact with Alberta government agencies as needed; arranging and completing home visits for intakes of all new students for the Evenstart program all over the city of Calgary, including the creation of and regular updating of both the subsidy and intake databases, and compiling and completing psychological assessments; arranging and providing regular home visits to the families, and serving as the contact point and resource for any need that may arise (housing, education, nutrition, translation, etc.) I also served as liaison between families and various community agencies (I have developed relationships with many other Calgary based community resources to better serve our clientele). I also worked directly in the classroom with special needs children. Excellent reference available upon request. Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary Calgary Alberta Computer Education Facilitator … developed and delivered creative, arts-based computer literacy programs for working with underprivileged children from 3 to 16 years of age, starting with a successful pilot computer lab, and branching into the other 6 clubs. Full responsibility for the creation of curriculum, the delivery and teaching of the program, and the day-to-day operation of the classes and labs. My work was recognized by Microsoft Canada, who selected me as an “Everyday Hero” featured in a national campaign for my innovative work in helping children.

I also am a tutor promarily for french language instruction. I work mostly with french immersion students.