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Janette D

#155976 - Au Pair in City Bowl - 66(f)

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Basic details

Au pair profile number

155976

Full name

Janette D

Last accessed

1 May 2024

Contact details

E-mail address

Main contact number

Alternative contact number

Available for online interview

Yes

Skype

Zoom

Available

Matching details

Gender

Female

Age	66 years old

Language(s) fluent in

Afrikaans, English

Au pair lives in / near to

Woodstock , City Bowl , Cape Town , Western Cape

Nearest landmark

The Old Biscuit Mill

Available from

immediately

Available until

for 12 months or longer

Available for position type(s)

Live-In or Live-Out

Available to relocate to another province if live-in

Available to work the following times
Monday	07:00-19:45
Tuesday	07:00-19:45
Wednesday	07:00-19:45
Thursday	07:00-19:45
Friday	07:00-19:45
Saturday	07:00-19:45
Sunday	07:00-19:45

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

Children no older than

16 years old

Has the following
Driver's licence	Yes

Own car

Yes

Childcare experience

Yes

Experience with special needs children

Yes

First aid qualification

Yes

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

Christian

Expected minimum hourly rate

R80 / hour

Expected travelling compensation

R5.00 / kilometre

Available for short-term positions

Yes

Preferred working hours per week
Minimum	No minimum

Maximum

45 hrs / week

Car make and model

Polo 2012

Driving experience

More than 5 years

Teaching experience

Early childhood development

Yes

Tutoring

Yes

Description of tutoring experience

I have acquired my Internationally Accredited Teachers Training Certificate recently. TEFL/TESOL qualification. I have au pair experience with Primary School kids, toddlers and infants. I can proudly say that I manage young children very well. I love working with children, and to teach them valuable stuff that matters, eg. like taking care of the environment and to recycle.

Educational background

High school

Matric - Brandwag (1975)

Subjects

Afrikaans
English
History
Biology
Art
Domestic Science

Degress and other courses

Degree/course

Bachelors Degree - University Pretoria (1980)

Degree/course

Massage and Aromatherapy - Mizanne College (1990)

Degree/course

Somatology - Steiner Leisure (2014)

Introduction to families

"Dear Family" message

I am Janette, a very fine middle aged lady with multiple experience and ample education in different fields. I am currently an au pair for two girls age 3 and 5. I am also taking care of an infant - 5 months old. I am energetic and I love life. I am a true carer, driven by very high moral and ethical standards. I feel satisfied when I can end my day knowing that I have added value to someone's life. I care deeply, I am truthful and honest. I consider myself capable of taking care of all age groups.

Why I would make the perfect au pair

My personality is of such a nature that I easily fit in with all walks of life. I am patient, warm and friendly. I always have a smile and I am able to make people feel wanted and appreciated. I make people feel comfortable and at home in my presence. I focus deeply when I am working. I live in the moment and do not think of my own needs or time preferences whilst working.

Hobbies and other interests

I love walks in nature. Family visits are a priority. I can easily spend time on my own watching movies, series and documentaries. I enjoy doing all forms of art and I love reading. I love life. I love the ocean and the beautiful beaches of Cape Town. Visiting with friends and eating out having good conversation is crucial for my well being.

Childcare references

Reference 1

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

28 Oct 2021

Employment end date

13 Nov 2021

Ages and genders of children

Girls 3 & 5

Job description

I pick the girls up at 2 different schools in the neighbourhood. I prepare lunch for the kids, and see to it that they get a snack and enough fluids. We play stimulating games, eg. puzzles, Lego, play dough, painting and drawing. We also play outdoors on the trampoline, balloon tennis and bowls, as well as other ball games. (Their permanent nanny is on 3 weeks leave)

Reference 2

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

1 Jul 2022

Employment end date

22 Dec 2022

Ages and genders of children

Chelsea Girl 3 months old

Job description

To do all the chores needed by a 3 months old baby. Feed, bathe, dress, sleep, play, stimulate the senses. Washing, making bottles, sterilize bottles.

Reference 3

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

3 Jan 2023

Employment end date

Current

Ages and genders of children

Lexi Girl 16, Rafi Boy 9

Job description

Drive kids to and from school daily. See that Rafi does his homework. Walk and feed the dogs twice a day. Doing grocery shopping, other errands, doing washing, folding washing. Stay with kids after hours when needed..

Reference 4

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

17 Aug 2021

Employment end date

31 Mar 2022

Ages and genders of children

Infant 5 months old

Job description

I attend to all the basic needs of the infant. I also play with her in ways that will stimulate her senses - Toys with sound & music - Hearing; Feeding - Taste; Colourful toys & books, spending time outdoors - Sight; Contact with flowers e.g. lavender - Smell; Massage - Touch. I create a calm and joyful atmosphere. The family relocated to Stellenbosch.

Reference 5

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

3 Jan 2010

Employment end date

31 Dec 2015

Ages and genders of children

Luan 15 Boy, Carla 9 Girl

Job description

Drive kids to school, Fix meals and pick up after school. See to homework being done. Drive kids to after school sport and extra mural activities.

Verified by employer

Yes

Employer comments

Janette assisted us with our 2 kids for five years, as described in her Job description. She is very reliable, promt, has good values, she is aware and compassionate. She has knowledge in assisting children psychologically, by means of motivation and supporting their ambitions. She has sober habits, a friendly spirit and is up to date still good friends with our children. Janette is a trustworthy person and a great asset to any family.

Reference 6

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

15 Dec 2021

Employment end date

30 Jun 2022

Ages and genders of children

Alex - Boy 9, Katherine - Girl 7

Job description

Holiday work. Play with Katherine. Do educational playing to prepare her for Grade 2. All school work activities, baking, clay, colouring drawing, making Christmas decorations, plus playing outdoors, 10 pin bowling, hop scotch, swing in hammock, trampoline, skip, going to the park and walks at the beach. I experience kindness fun and good laughs. Currently still employed on a temp basis.

Reference 7

Employer name

Contact number

E-mail address

Employment start date

28 May 2021

Employment end date

30 Jul 2021

Ages and genders of children

Andreas 7, Emma 3

Job description

It is my duty to see that the kids are safe. I pick the kids up from school. Drive them to after school activities, fix their lunch meal. Play educational games with them, as well as painting, reading, drawing, outdoor activities - playing in the park, walking. See to it that they dress with home clothing in the afternoons, and tidying their rooms. I am having a lot of fun with these kiddos. (Their permanent au pair is on maternity leave)