Terika Rothausen - Hiring in Odessa

Full-Time Nanny Available in Odessa, FL: Terika R.

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$20/hr
10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

A little bit about me... I'm a proud mother of four grown children (ages 16-32) and a grandmother to a sweet 1-year-old girl. This personal experience, combined with my professional background, has solidified my belief that working as a nanny is my true calling.
I currently work as a Preschool Teacher at The Learning Experience in Lutz, where for the past four years, I have taught children ranging from 1 to 5 years old. In my role, I work closely with each family to focus on their child's individual needs. I am skilled at identifying unique learning styles and adapting various techniques to cultivate a child's interest, self-esteem, and creativity within a warm, welcoming environment.
I am dedicated to putting my heart and soul into a single-family unit and would be honored to discuss how I can support your family's needs. Please feel free to reach out if you think we might be a good fit!

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Weekdays 6:00am - 5:00pm
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Age Groups

Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation
Meal prep

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)
Adults (18+ years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

The Learning Experience, Lutz, Toddler Teacher, March 2023 – Present
• Responsible for overall classroom management, leading a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for children.
• Adapt a passion for learning to implement the proprietary L.E.A.P curriculum and incorporate engaging characters to drive the curriculum creating a fun learning experience.
• Communicate regularly with parents, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
• Build relationships with families and coworkers to create a dynamic environment.
Discovery Point, Lutz, Assistant Teacher, March' 22 – March '23
• Assist lead teacher with planning lessons and instructing children in activities according to approved curriculum designed to promote social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth and development.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I love engaging children in a mix of creative and active pursuits. We can spend time on classic activities like crafts, drawing, painting, reading stories, and singing songs, always encouraging developmental skills such as learning to count and recognizing colors.
Beyond the basics, I enjoy:
Outdoor Adventures: Exploring local parks, nature walks, trips to the library, and sidewalk chalk/bubble time in the backyard.
Cooking & Baking: Making simple, healthy snacks together (like fruit skewers or mini pizzas) to teach basic kitchen safety and nutrition.
Imaginative Play: Setting up "forts," playing dress-up, and engaging in imaginative games that encourage creativity and problem-solving.
Music & Movement: Having spontaneous dance parties or learning simple rhythms and rhymes.
My goal is to keep things fun and stimulating while seamlessly building their confidence and curiosity!

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important part of being a nanny is ensuring the children's safety and well-being while providing a nurturing, supportive, and engaging environment where they can learn and grow

My experience with special needs children...

I have experience working with children with ADHD and other special needs. I am highly skilled at identifying and responding to each child's unique learning needs. I believe in a patient and individualized approach, working closely with families to create a supportive and understanding environment where all children can thrive.

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