ABOUT ME:
A former executive assistant and office manager for over 2 decades, I have found new purpose caring for the most precious assets on this planet - OUR children. I provide heartfelt nurturing care based on respect for the child, prioritizing safe emotional connections, autonomy, awe of nature, and children's creative expression through play, art, music, movement, and songs. I am inspired by Magda Gerber's RIE philosophy, as well as the Waldorf and Montessori approaches. I have taken Early Childhood Education courses, and worked as a substitute teacher at a well-respected private preschool.
Born and raised in Sicily, I moved to California in my twenties. I speak fluent Italian and English, and intermediate Spanish. I am a prudent driver with a clean driving record and a safe car for transportation. California TrustLine certified, CPR/First Aid certified, California Child Abuse Mandated Reporter certified.
MY VALUES:
WHAT I OFFER:
MY HOBBIES:
I LOOK FORWARD TO BEING OF SERVICE TO YOUR FAMILY!
A former executive assistant and office manager for over 2 decades, I have found new purpose caring for the most precious assets on this planet - OUR children. I provide heartfelt nurturing care based on respect for the child, prioritizing safe emotional connections, autonomy, awe of nature, and children's creative expression through play, art, music, movement, and songs. I am inspired by Magda Gerber's RIE philosophy, as well as the Waldorf and Montessori approaches. I have taken Early Childhood Education courses, and worked as a substitute teacher at a well-respected private preschool.
Born and raised in Sicily, I moved to California in my twenties. I speak fluent Italian and English, and intermediate Spanish. I am a prudent driver with a clean driving record and a safe car for transportation. California TrustLine certified, CPR/First Aid certified, California Child Abuse Mandated Reporter certified.
MY VALUES:
- Kindness
- Compassion
- Generosity
- Patience
- Being of service
- Keeping commitments
- Open, honest communication
- Appreciation of diversity
- Meaningful connections
WHAT I OFFER:
- Genuine, nurturing care
- Safe emotional connections
- Healthy, respectful boundaries
- Enthusiasm, high energy
- Creative, fun and stimulating environment
- Screen-free activities
- Opportunities for fostering:
- Physical activities
- Music appreciation
- Creativity and states of flow
- Emotional growth
- Self-reflection
- Self-reliance and confidence
MY HOBBIES:
- Salsa and West Coast Swing dancing
- Yoga
- Aerial dance
- Riding my kick scooter
- Singing
- Creative endeavors
- Fermenting foods
- Making my own personal care products
- Making children laugh! :-)
I LOOK FORWARD TO BEING OF SERVICE TO YOUR FAMILY!
