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Nicola V

#162827 - Au Pair in Randburg - 24(f)

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Basic details

Au pair profile number

162827

Full name

Nicola V

Last accessed

20 May 2024

Contact details

E-mail address

Main contact number

Alternative contact number

Available for online interview

Yes

Zoom

Available

Matching details

Gender

Female

Age	24 years old

Language(s) fluent in

English

Au pair lives in / near to

Randpark Ridge , Randburg , Johannesburg , Gauteng

Nearest landmark

Randpark Ridge Mall

Available from

21 May 2024

Available until

for 12 months or longer

Available for position type(s)

Live-Out

Available to work the following times
Monday	06:00-19:00
Tuesday	06:00-19:00
Wednesday	06:00-19:00
Thursday	06:00-19:00
Friday	06:00-19:00
Saturday	06:00-20:00+
Sunday	06:00-20:00+

Willing to look after children in the following age range
Children no younger than	Toddler

Children no older than

10 years old

Has the following
Driver's licence	Yes

Own car

Yes

Childcare experience

Yes

Experience with special needs children

Yes

First aid qualification

Smoker

Available for occasional evening babysitting if required

Yes

Available to travel with the family if required

Yes

Additional information

Country currently resident in

South Africa

Nationality

South Africa

Language(s) spoken other than English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa

Marital status

Unmarried

Religion / spiritual practice

Undisclosed

Expected minimum hourly rate

R80 / hour

Expected travelling compensation

R3.00 / kilometre

Available for short-term positions

Preferred working hours per week
Minimum	10 hrs / week

Maximum

45 hrs / week

Car make and model

Hyundai I10

Driving experience

3 - 5 years

Teaching experience

Tutoring

Yes

Educational background

High school

Matric - Hoerskool Bekker High School (2017)

Subjects

English
Afrikaans
Mathematics
Business Studies
Accounting
Consumer Studies

Degress and other courses

Degree/course

BA (Law and Psychology - University of the Witwatersrand (2020)

Introduction to families

"Dear Family" message

Dear Family, My name is Nicola V, and I am a 21 year old female, who just completed my BA (law and Psychology) degree, and I am looking for a full-time au pair job for the next year before I start my Honours degree. I am a very flexible, hard-working, and motivated person, who is always up for a challenge. I pride myself in punctuality, professionalism, and respect. I look forward to hearing from you and your family and getting to know you better!

Why I would make the perfect au pair

I have experience with various age groups (2-6 and 12-15), as well as experience with special needs children, specifically dealing with autism, ADHD, and anxiety. I enjoy working with children of all ages, in both personal and academic capacities and I am able to adapt my skills to fit the needs of your children. In addition, my knowledge gained from my psychology degree enable me to apply proactive skills and tools in order to help your children reach their full potential. I also matriculated with 2 distinctions, with 70 in majority of my other subjects. I graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand with with a distinction in 12 of my 18 models, over the course of my degree.

Hobbies and other interests

I thoroughly enjoy reading, casual hikes, outdoor events, movie marathons, sewing, and an enthusiast card and board game player.

Childcare references

Reference 1

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

15 Jan 2023

Employment end date

10 May 2024

Ages and genders of children

Boy (8) Boy (10)

Job description

I collected the boys from school and transported them to any appointments or extra murals. I assisted with daily homework or any projects. I also provided care during school holidays.

Reference 2

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

20 Aug 2020

Employment end date

30 Nov 2020

Ages and genders of children

14 year old male

Job description

I was employed as more of a tutor, rather than an au pair, who assisted in the completion of homework and assignments, as well as in the preparation of exams. I also assisted with reading skills in English and Afrikaans.

Reference 3

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

25 Feb 2018

Employment end date

30 Nov 2020

Ages and genders of children

1 male over the age of 12 to 14

Job description

I assisted in homework and assignment completion, exam preparation as well as additional skill development, in the weeks leading up to exams. I also provided occasional babysitting, including overnight babysitting. My other duties included occasionally making lunch and dinner.

Reference 4

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

1 Apr 2018

Employment end date

31 Jan 2021

Ages and genders of children

4 year old girl and 5 year old boy

Job description

I provided au pair and babysitting services on a need to need basis. My duties included preparing meals, bath time, getting ready for bed, over-night stays, and providing educational play.

Reference 5

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

12 May 2019

Employment end date

24 May 2019

Ages and genders of children

various age groups ranging from infant to 6 years old. Both male and female.

Job description

I volunteered at smiley Kids Florida, a nursery school, where I assisted teachers and teaching assistants with lessons preparation, the general looking after of children as well as gained experience into the workings and operations of a classroom for toddlers.

Reference 6

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

8 Mar 2021

Employment end date

6 Dec 2021

Ages and genders of children

14 year old (boy) and 10 year old (boy)

Job description

Collecting children from school, taking them to extra murals and appointments. Aiding the children in the completion of homework and assignments. Helping with test and examination preparation. Responsible for children’s general care. Managing the children’s schedule. Tutoring the children in areas in which they struggled. Cooking for the family.