Meet Jacqui: A nanny in Warriewood, NSW

I live in Warriewood and am looking for work as a nanny close to home. Preferably bike riding distance although I do have a car.

Whilst I have never officially worked as a nanny, I have raised my own children, babysat for other families in the past and volunteered as a camp supervisor for primary aged girls with the Anglican Youth Department in Sydney. Additionally, I have been the pastor of a church congregation and have run kids church programmes and events.

Children are wonderful! Their playfulness, imagination and faith is something to nurture, encourage and coach in the right direction. I believe children should be outdoors exploring and playing freely as much as possible.

All of these things are important to me and are what I would have the goal to instil in any children that I have the opportunity to care for: Singing, music, laughter, outdoor time, gentleness, kindness, encouragement to keep doing the things that are hard and helping kids become confident and capable to ‘do it themselves’. Thinking positively and staying away from screens. Being valuable to others by generously helping and learning the value of a team where everyone contributes.

I have had the privilege of home schooling both of my sons who are now 19 and 15 years old. They have grown to be independent and capable young men of integrity with enormous hearts of love for the people around them.

Managing the home has always been a priority for me. I have learned the skill of making sourdough bread, composting, gardening, fitness and mobility, a healthy, organised and well stocked pantry, non-toxic cleaning, daily house keeping and getting outside as much as possible. I’m passionate about keeping things natural. I regularly gain knowledge on regenerative farming methods and how I can apply the principles into my urban living context.