Dear Future Family,
Growing up, I knew I wanted to work with children. In high school, I was accepted to be part of a teaching academy program. Throughout my four years I was able to team teach at a variety of elementary schools to kids from kinder-5th grade. My first job out of high school I worked as an assistant infant teacher at a childcare facility. From there I went to work at Primrose school as the lead teacher for four - five year olds. I am currently 24 years old and living in Arlington,VA. I have worked as a nanny for care.com for about 3 years. I have experience working with all ages, infant to teen.
Working with kids for so many years, I have come to understand that children come into the world with a blank slate. Coming from a big cultural African family, I am a firm believer of “ It takes a village to raise a child. The experiences, environment, adults, as well as surroundings are what shape them into who they become. I feel our responsibility as parents and teachers is to provide children with the best possible education, knowledge, and choices so they are able to grow to their maximum potential. I believe that children should be given the ability to become independent individuals by setting limits with positive discipline, praise, and encouragement. I enjoy being surrounded by children because of their imagination, innocence, and creativity.
I am a creative person who enjoys cooking, arts, dancing and more. I love listening to music of all different genres, reading books, traveling, and meeting people of all different cultures. Learning and teaching has become a lifelong passion for me. I’m really looking forward to meeting your family and helping to create memorable experiences for everyone!