Henrietta S.
Looking for full-time work as a nanny.
- 5 years paid experience
- Nanny in Downers Grove, IL 60515
- 4 miles, will travel 20 mi
Meet Henrietta
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
My name is Henrietta Spinks. I am 58 years old and I love children. I have been in childcare in an employment capacity for 7 years. However, as the mother of two and the grandmother of four, I am more than familiar and comfortable with children of all ages. I spent a year and a half as a nanny for a single mom and her daughter. Her employment situation changed and she could no longer use my services. I loved my time working for them. I loved taking her daughter places, helping her with her homework and engaging her in age-appropriate activities. I engaged her daughter in activities such as reading, cooking and mastering the art of spelling. I then began working for a family and their 2 daughters. The daughters were 3 and 5. Thanks to their membership to places such as the children's museum and the zoo, we Read more had a lot of fun during the summer and plenty to do during the fall, including apple picking and pumpkin patches. Unfortunately, the family decided to pursue Montessori School for their youngest a year into my employment and, therefore, would no longer be able to retain my services. I spent two years as a preschool teacher for Catholic Charities. While working for them I acquired my CDA (Child Development Associate Credential), which is becoming the standard for all childcare professionals. I also have a Bachelor’s degree in Applied Behavioral Science from National Louis- University. I am trained in areas of nutrition, developmental assessment, age-appropriate activities as well as redirection and discipline. I am looking to become a nanny again, because, at this stage in my life, I have a lot of love to give to a child and would love to do so, on a one-on-one basis. Reading is a fundamental part of how I structure a child’s day. I also enjoy the fine arts. I am more than happy to make them a part of your child’s everyday life. I am looking for a family to become a part of as well as to make a part of mine. I would like to work for a family that values communication, partnership with one another, honesty, and respect above all else. Looking forward to joining your family. Sincerely, Henrietta Spinks
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 05/21/2015
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Open availability on weekdays (M-F)
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 3/31/17
Claire P.
9/8/2019
Henrietta has been professional, knowledgeable and so great with my 2 year old and newborn. My older child has not always been comfortable with non-family members watching her, but Henrietta has won her over! We feel safe with her watching our children.
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$12-$20/hr for the first child, $1 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
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Special needs expand
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Physical Disabilities
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Cancer
- Cerebral Palsy
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Administering Medication
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Positive Behavioral Support
Education
Applied Behavioral Science
Graduated 2009
References
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Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- English
- Essay writing