Hi families! My name is Melanie. I am a friendly, reliable, and deeply compassionate childcare provider and TAFE SA student living locally in Mount Barker. I have a strong academic and professional background in care and human services; I completed two semesters of a Bachelor of Social Work in Guatemala and am currently finishing my studies in Community Services here in South Australia. Furthermore, I am excited to be commencing my Certificate II Program in Pathways to Nursing next year, reflecting my long-term commitment to healthcare and patient care.
I possess valuable professional experience working with children. In Guatemala, I worked as a Child Care Teacher's Aide at Colegio Mixto Evangélico Nicte, where I was responsible for supervising and nurturing children in a safe educational environment. During my time there, I guided their learning and skill development through interactive games, managed daily routines, and taught foundational English vocabulary.
As a responsible non-smoker, my goal is to create a secure, structured, and fun environment for your little ones. I am fully capable of helping with homework, preparing healthy dinners, and managing calm evening or weekend routines.
For your absolute peace of mind, I hold all mandatory Australian compliance clearances fully up to date and ready for verification:
• DHS Working with Children Check (WWCC)
• Safe Environments for Children and Young People (RRHAN-EC) Certification
• Provide First Aid (HLTAID011) & CPR (HLTAID012)
• Active National Police Check