Melissa

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I am currently

Description

I am a friendly, easy going and adaptable thirty year old teacher from Australia. I am an adventurous person who loves to travel and meet new people in order to learn about their cultures and understand perspectives that are different from my own.

I spent my childhood in a small town in rural Australia and was lucky to grow up in a supportive community surrounded by nature. I studied at University in Sydney and have taught in both primary (ages 5-11) and high school (ages 12-18).

I enjoy exploring the world and meeting new people and am lucky that my profession allows this. I have lived in Sweden for a year as an exchange student, taught in Thailand, and have traveled extensively throughout Europe including spending three months in Greece and one month in Italy with WorkAway.

I am an avid swimmer and have taught swimming to children as part of my teaching positions. I am more than happy to assist your children and work to improve their swimming strokes.

I will be travelling around Europe in summer 2024. I am very excited for the opportunity to meet new people, make new friends and share experiences in beautiful parts of the world.

Interests

Animals

Events & social

History

Beach

Drawing & painting

Culture

Books

Languages

Languages spoken
Swedish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.

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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

Some knowledge of:  

Being an elderly companion

Animal Care

Art Projects

Charity Work

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Able to teach about:  

Babysitting and creative play

Teaching

More details about your skills

- I am a high school Geography and History teacher and have also worked at Primary schools teaching a variety of subjects.
- Prior to my graduation I worked as a Nanny for three years working with children aged 3 - 9. In this position I was responsible for after school pick up, supervision at after school activities, organisation of fun and engaging activities, meal preparation, bathing and getting the children ready for bed.
- I thoroughly enjoy art. I love creating art in a variety of styles, particularly watercolour and enjoy working on arts and crafts projects with children.
- Due to my career as a teacher in Australia I have certificates for First Aid and CPR, as well as a national Working With Children Check clearance.
- I am a very easy going and adaptable person who genuinely enjoys spending time with others and experiencing life in peoples homes.

Age

31

What else ...

I enjoy swimming, reading, drawing, going for long walks and spending lots of time outdoors.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  No

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  Special dietary requirements