Sitter in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Cassandra Blais Caregiver/ Nanny/Tutor Cell: 514-222-... [email protected] Known for dealing lovingly and compassionately with people, showing patience and maintaining a pleasant environment for all children of different backgrounds. Also, TEACCH autism program specialized technician, specialized in working with autistic children and children with special needs.  Highly-dependable, nurturing caregiver with a compassionate nature and 3 years of experience in providing intensive and friendly care to autistic and special need children in several elementary and high schools in Montreal. I have over 12 years of experience when it comes to babysitting. I consider myself a warm-hearted individual who performs personal care in a compassionate and friendly manner. CERTIFICATIONS • Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified • Current Canadian driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance • Computer: Word, Excel, Email and Internet • Bilingual: English/French (written and spoken) CORE COMPETENCES & SKILLS • Meal Preparation • Organization skills • Field trip planning • Trustworthy • Housekeeping • Laundry • Daily Record Keeping • Running errands • Good Judgement • Customer Service • Emotionally Mature PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (Related to field) Special Education Technician Marguerite-Bourgeois Montreal School Board | January 2014 – Present • Accompany children throughout school hours • Plan and give fine motor gross skill workshops • Introduce children to new textures and new food products • Instructor to lunch yoga classes for children with high anxiety level • Instructor for GIRLS-LUNCH program, to help girls maintain healthy and positive friendships • Mediation and conflict resolution guidance counselor • Prepare and serve morning snacks for the children • Greet children at the school bus drop-off • Transition children from a wheelchair to a school bus • Plan and organize recess activities in the school yard • Work in partner with school specialists such as psychologists and psycho educator to create intervention plans for students in need of realignment or motivation • Meet with parents to discuss the progress of their child’s education; discuss strengths and things to work on. • Motivate children by helping them set short term or long term goals • After hours homework Aid • Work proactively with colleagues to study and analyze student cases. • Hand in reports on student’s weekly progression • Create and maintain a fun, safe, and healthy environment in the classroom Babysitting services | January 2003 – Present • Started babysitting at the age of 10 years old. I have always been highly independent and responsible. EDUCATION Ahuntsic College, Montreal, Qc, Canada College Diploma – Special Education Technician | Graduate 2011-201... Dorval Jean XXIII High School, Montreal, Qc, Canada High School Diploma | Graduate 2007-201... ADDITIONAL CAREER TRAININGS → TEACCH Certified – Special Education Technician A North Carolina’s certified TEACCH autism program → MY SCHOOL YARD, A WORLD OF FUN – Instructor (Ma cour d’école un monde de Plaisir) A workshop that aims to help schools that wish to put in place conditions or measures to improve the management, organization and animation of their schoolyard and thus promote a harmonious and active life in the school.) → Towards the pacific – Animator (Vers le pacifique) A mediation program for children between ages of 5 and 12 Details: • Available June 27th to August 19th • Live-Out Nanny • Available Full-time, Flexible hours For other inquiries, visit my website at: http://....com/