Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Cape Girardeau, MO: Joan R.

$18/hr

4 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

My name is Joan Ruhiu, and I am an 19-year-old student at Southeast Missouri State University majoring in Child Development with a minor in Childhood Trauma & Outcomes. I moved from Kenya to the United States when I was seven years old, and my experiences have shaped my passion for helping children and families. I enjoy working with kids because I love supporting their growth, development, and overall well-being. My most recent experience was an internship at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital, where I gained valuable experience in a healthcare setting while interacting with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. I am a compassionate, hardworking, and dependable individual with strong communication, teamwork, leadership, and time-management skills. My goal is to build a career that allows me to make a positive impact on the lives of children and families.

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Free Wednesday to Sunday 7am-7pm. Can’t do weekends unless it’s mornings. Also I run a photography business on the side.

Full-time

Live-out

Age Groups

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

Other

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Work Experience

4 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...

Intern at Barnes Jewish hospital and children’s hospital. Siblings, nieces and nephews.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Play outside, coloring, reading, watching movies, playing soccer and etc.

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 supportive, nurturing, and positive environment. It’s important to build trust with both the children and their parents, communicate effectively, and help the children learn, grow, and feel cared for. A great nanny is patient, dependable, and attentive to each child’s individual needs.

My experience with special needs children...

Helped with Special Olympics for 4 years

The most important part about being a nanny...

My favorite moment as a nanny was seeing the children reach milestones and gain confidence in themselves. One experience that stands out was helping a child learn a new skill they had been struggling with and watching their excitement when they finally succeeded. Being able to support, encourage, and celebrate those achievements with them reminded me why I enjoy working with children. Building a strong bond with the kids and knowing I played a positive role in their growth and development was incredibly rewarding.