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Virginia

Babysitter in Birmingham

Female Member since Jan 2020 Last Updated May 2024 Last Login Nov 2024

My Summary

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About Me

Hello, my name is Virginia and I am 30 years old, I was born in Benicàssim, Spain.
I am an artist having finished a degree in Fine arts and a Master in Set design, but I have always been surrounded by children, since I have had experience in this field.

I am patient caring and able to relate well to children. In addition, my creative skills allow me to teach drawing, painting, making games/crafts with recycled materials...

My Experience

Freelance Artist at Stopmotion Studio (Since March 2022):
- I am freelance artist.
- I help my bosses with childcare responsibilities when needed, they have 2 boys. I have known since the eldest was 3 years old and the baby was born (now 1 year old).
- I helped them during some days when they are busy and I spend some weekends (myself
staying in their house), ensuring the safety and well-being of the children.

Nanny during Covid-19 Pandemic (June 2020 - July 2021):
- Assisted a family of three children aged 2 months, 3 years, and 7 years.
- Provided support to the mother with the baby, including feeding.
- Managed bedtime routines and occasionally assisted with school pickups.
- Demonstrated adaptability and responsibility by caring for the children independently
during the absence of the parents. (Mainly was maximum of 3 days, but they needed a few
times to travel aboard for a week.)

Au Pair in Solihull, England (Jan-Dec 2019):
- Cared for 3 children aged 2, 5, and 7.
- My position was to help especially with the 2-year-old girl, dressing her, playing with, toilet training, painting, bed time and reading stories. As well as teaching her Spanish and
different songs. With her older brothers, we mainly made crafts (Easter, halloween,
Christmas...), we played football, tennis and any games that we used to make up. Teaching
Spanish lessons and engaged children in educational activities.
- Managed school drop-offs and pick-ups, facilitated bedtime routines, and organized
household tasks.

Art Teacher (Clubs) in my hometown (2018):
- Taught art to children aged 7-9 during club activities.
- Developed lesson plans, organized activities, and facilitated creative expression.

School Assistant in Barcelona (2017-2018):
- Supervised 60 children during lunch and leisure time.
- Assisted in organizing activities and trips, including swimming days.
- Provided support to children aged 5 and 7, ensuring their safety and engagement.

Key Skills and Attributes:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, fostering positive relationships with
children and families.
- Experience in creating engaging and educational activities tailored to different age
groups.
- Ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively, including childcare, household
management, and educational support.
- Demonstrated flexibility and resilience in adapting to changing circumstances, such as
during the Covid-19 pandemic.
- Artistic creativity.

References:
Available upon request.

My Qualifications

I have finished a Fine Arts Degree at UMH Altea University and Master in Set Design at ELISAVA school in Barcelona.

My Availability

My availability is flexible.

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Before School yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Morning no no no no no yes yes
Afternoon no no no no no yes yes
After School no no no no no yes yes
Evening yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Overnight yes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Last Updated: 21/05/2024

My Fees

  • Babysitting from £10.00 per hour

- Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
- Over night £11.50 per hour
- Weekend £13.00 per hour
(I am not registered childcare)

My Documents

  • Full CV (added 23/05/2024)
  • image/svg+xml EU Driving Licence (added 07/02/2020)
  • EU Passport (added 07/02/2020)
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