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Mar 2020 - Mar 2022
Karen
"I can’t say enough great things about Amanda! She is the kindest, responsible and caring young adult! Amanda joined our family as our au pair as Covid struck. She spent endless time with our 2 daughters and our whole family at a time when there was so much unknown. She jumped right in, creating fun activities for the girls and quickly became part of our family. She is incredibly creative and is constantly teaching our kids through the activities she plays with them. She stayed with us for 2 years and then returned back to her home country of Brazil when her au pair experience ended. We stayed in touch with her and she continued to grow her relationship with my girls even from quite a distance. More recently she came back to spend 3 months with us as we had a childcare transition and my girls were so excited to have her back. We instantly felt a calming with our chaotic schedule as soon as she arrived. She is like our personal Mary poppins! Anyone would be lucky to have her!"
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Mar 2020 - Jan 2025
Malcolm
"What made Amanda such a great employee to have was how seamlessly she integrated into our family dynamic. From the moment she arrived, Amanda exuded warmth and a genuine care for our daughters, Sloane and Reese, making them feel safe, supported, and cherished. Her ability to connect with them on their level, while also maintaining structure and boundaries, was remarkable.
Amanda's proactive approach and reliability made her a joy to have in our home. She quickly learned our routines, anticipated the girls' needs, and often went above and beyond to ensure our household ran smoothly.
Beyond her professional qualities, Amanda's positive energy and kindness made her feel like a true member of our family. Her presence brought a sense of calm and joy that will be deeply missed."
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Qualifications
Certifications
Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified
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)
More About Me
Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...
Au-pair, personal tutor, recreational activities in hotel
Activities I enjoy doing with children...
It depends on the age group, but mostly arts and crafts, singing, reading stories, funny impersonations, picnic...
The most important part about being a nanny...
Is to actually care about the children, nurture them with love and attention, never neglect them or look the other way...
My experience with special needs children...
I was personal tutor for 2 years to a 12 year-old boy with ADHD and learning disabilities, helping him move from a ~2.0 GPA to a ~3.5 GPA. I also cared for children with level 1 and 2 autism spectrum on more than a few occasions.
The most important part about being a nanny...
When I came back to visit my former host family and the younger girl jumped on me and held me for 5+ minutes straight!
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