Fionna

Meet Fionna: A nanny and babysitter in Hawthorn East, VIC

Updated: 09 Oct 2024

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About Me

62 year old female carer

Education

Course Complete - Child Care Studies TAFE

Other Skills

I'm a very safe driver & I've had my car licence for 41 years with zero accidents. No demerits or tickets. I find that children warm to me very quickly. I am a musical person and sang in an a capella group & played piano. I enjoy dance and have trained in Ballet, Ballroom, Rock & Roll & Latin styles. I have a passion for reading & good books. I received A+ in H.S.C. in English & English Literature & so I enjoy writing including creative writing & poetry. I enjoy all types of games so imaginative play and board games are on the cards! I have a great interest in art & all things crafty too! I love sport & the outdoors and welcome the opportunity to interact outside often. I am a big animal lover & have owned pets long-term and worked in dog- grooming so I am comfortable with any type of pet. *As mentioned above I have my W.W.C.C. card*

Languages

I speak basic conversational Italian language skills. I have a Food Handlers/Hygiene Certificate. I have a passion for healthy eating & keep fit by swimming, walking & riding my bike when the weather allows!I enjoy going to the movies as well as meditation & yoga to wind down. I enjoy the therapeutic nature of gardening & growing my own herbs & veggies. Thanks for reading! I look forward to meeting you & your fam

Residency Status

Permanent

Police Check

No

Looking for: Part-time, Casual Babysitting

Hi families,

Welcome to my profile ☺️

I'm a young at heart mature woman with a beautiful 29 year old of my own. I have a positive, upbeat & engaging personality. I was a School Captain & have the ability to get along with all types of people. I have done some voluntary work for Single Family camps creating programs for children at these camps & I was responsible for keeping babies, toddlers & even teens occupied while giving Mum or Dad some much needed respite. This was a fantastic experience & I resided at these 5 day camps solely to help out with the other camp leaders. I have also worked as a Swimming Teacher with the under 5's which I found very rewarding.

In my last 12 years working as a Nanny I have cared for twins, multiple children (up to 8 at one time in total) & children with special needs such as autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, asthma, diabetes, eczema & other challenging health conditions. I'm experienced with new born babies up to teens. I am trustworthy & reliable & known for being punctual. I'm a very good communicator. I’m hard-working, diligent, energetic & enthusiastic and a whole lot of fun! I have trained in nursing and paramedic studies. I have had extensive experience with babies and children dating back to the age of 9 when I babysat the neighbours children (including a couple of newborns!).... in total 15 !!

I have always been mature & responsible beyond my years. I have been surrounded by children my whole life including my 4 younger siblings and 30 1st cousins! I was a mother figure to my 4 younger siblings as my mother was working full-time as a Nursing Sister & my father was away from home a lot in his job as an International Airline Captain. I have had a lot of responsibility thrust upon me from a very young age! I am Aunty to 13 nieces & nephews & am very close to them & we catch up on a regular basis.

I enjoy the spontaneous and honest interaction that children provide and I find it immensely rewarding knowing that I am able to influence and help a child to learn and grow confidently.

I'm fair with a gentle approach & can be firm while teaching boundaries.

I believe all children require stability and need to know they are loved and lovable as a basic right. I never cease to be amazed at the lessons that children can teach us adults!

I am inspired by the enthusiasm that children have when learning about the world around them.

I tend to establish a good rapport with the young ones I care for which I find very rewarding. Children are so precious & truly a blessing to be cherished.

Importantly I am pro-active with a 'can do' attitude & I have a keen eye for detail so nothing goes unnoticed! I am very safety-conscious so your childs welfare is of utmost importance to me at all times. I can be flexible with time & I am more than happy to work with you to suit you and your childrens ongoing needs.

I also do pet-minding/house sitting (many years now since I was a young girl) & have had a dog walking/dog training gig too so I'm comfortable with all types of pets. I love all animals. 🤗

*Important to know......

I have had my car licence for 40 years & I'm a very careful driver with a full licence & faultless record with Zero accidents & no demerits!

I look forward to meeting you and your precious children.

*My rate is dependent on time of day & number of children needing care. As per industry regulations my rate starts at $32-40 per hour & I prefer to work a minimum of 3 hours. Thank you. ☺️

Thank you for reading & have a lovely day!

Sincerely

Fionna

Availability & Rates

Before School

6am-9am

Daytime

7am-6pm

After School

3pm-7pm

Evening

From 6pm

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PAY PER HOUR
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$38

Provides care for ages

0-12 months

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1-2 years

1-2 years

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2-3 years

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3-5 years

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5+ years

5+ years

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Credentials

Non smoker

Non smoker

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Driver's License

Driver's License

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Has Car

Has Car

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COVID Vaccinated

COVID Vaccinated

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Housework Cleaning

Housework Cleaning

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Anaphylaxis

Anaphylaxis

First Aid

First Aid

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Parent References

Parent References

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WWCC

WWCC

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