Maya
Nanny in Leeds (also available for babysitting)
Female Member since Aug 2021 Last Updated Oct 2023 Last Login Oct 2023
My Summary
About Me
Hello! My name is Maya and I am a 21-year-old student in my second year of a degree in English Literature at the University of Leeds.
I grew up in Oxford in a trilingual family where we spoke French, Danish, and English at home, so I am fluent in all three languages.
I am a creative, energetic, optimistic, kind, and sensitive person whose main passion has always been looking after, playing with, and teaching children.
I strongly believe in respecting children and their personal space/boundaries.
I love to learn alongside children, whether it be exploring their imagination and creativity through arts & crafts, going on nature walks, trying new things together, playing games, etc.
I always aim to nurture and teach them something new every day. I am an excellent listener and will always aim to gently push children to explore their curiosity and expand their experiences.
I strongly believe that I would be a positive addition to any family.
My Experience
I took three years out of formal education before starting university in order to explore my interests and get a head-start in the world of teaching and childcare.
During Sixth Form I had a part-time job as an After School Club assistant, which I did alongside my A-Levels. Once I graduated from school in 2019, the school I worked at promoted me so I worked as a full-time Teaching Assistant for a year (specifically in a mixed year 1 & 2 class).
Halfway through the year, I began working as a 1-on-1 SEN TA for two young boys (both aged 5), which was both challenging and fulfilling. I would like to expand my knowledge and experience with SEN children, and I believe my empathy, hyper-awareness of children's needs, and calm demeanor make me a good candidate in this regard.
It ended up being one of the best years of my life so far and solidified my desire to pursue Primary School Teaching as my career after uni. I also became one of two main supervisors in the After School Club, where I led and planned activities and snack time for over 40 children every afternoon, ranging from nursery age to year six.
I then worked as a full-time nanny (live out) for a year for a couple of wonderful families with whom I am still very close to. The children were 9 months, 4 years, and 8 years old. Duties included school pickup, preparing snacks and dinner, reading, playing, and handling emotional outbursts, difficult days at school, etc.
Prior to my gap years, I volunteered at a refuge for street children (aged 5-12) in Senegal for a summer during Sixth Form. I have also worked as a babysitter for neighbouring families from the age of 14.
My Qualifications
A-Levels in English Literature, History, French, and Geography.
Currently doing an undergraduate degree in English Literature at the University of Leeds.
My Availability
I am looking for part-time/ad-hoc work. Babysitting jobs also accepted!
I attend lectures and seminars throughout the week but I am relatively flexible around these.
I do not have many contact hours (maximum 10 a week) but please feel free to message me to discuss availability in more detail.
I can also be available for full days during half-terms/school holidays.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Before School | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | no | no |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 05/10/2023 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £10.00 per hour
- Nannying from £12.00 per hour (gross)
I am a confident and experienced nanny/babysitter who will always go above and beyond for the comfort and peace of mind of both parents and children. I am reliable and responsible and my passion for working with children shines through in even the smallest of activities.
My Documents
- EU Passport (added 01/09/2021)
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