Child Care Provider and Nanny - DIANE K. (User #126773) A child care provider and nanny in Austin, TX 78751

I have been a nanny since I was a senior in high school (though I've been babysitting since I was eleven) and have worked with all kinds of kids. I have had a passion for childcare since as early as I can remember. I taught preschool for older two-year-olds for the 2008-2009 school year and for four-year-olds during the summer of 2009. I also received my Maryland State certification in Early Childhood Development in May 2009. I recently moved to Austin and am looking to start nannying again in the area.

My younger sister has severe mental retardation and I have helped my parents in looking after her since I was a child. However, outside of family I also have had experience working with children with Asperger's Syndrome, newborns and twins. I have learned so much about children and families over the last few years as a nanny, and I have loved every minute of it. I am very adaptive and a fast learner. I feel as though I am able to handle any situation and am up to any task.

I am very outgoing and love to be active! Children tend to respond very well to me because I can relate to them and speak to them on their level. They can tell that I sincerely enjoy playing and spending time with them and sharing the activities they love (I have seen The Wiggles live twice.) I love to sing and dance and just be silly, but at the same time always look for teachable moments to share with children. Every child is different and every child is special and I have built lasting friendships with every family I have worked with and look forward to meeting new families here in Austin!