Gerline

Travel information

I am currently

Description

Hello everyone, my name is Gerline van Leeuwen. I am 32 years old and l am from the Netherlands. The last 4,5 years I lived in Germany. I am going to work from March 2026 onwards abroad to gain new experiences.

I have previously stayed and worked at several Workaway addresses in Scotland. These were wonderful experiences for both myself and the hosts. This has involved working on a farm, at a bed and breakfast, caring for a home and family, and caring for elderly people.

Taking care of animals is in my blood. I've been riding horses since I was 11 and have regularly taken part in competitions. I obtained my diploma after a 4-year study in animal care at Aeres College. During this study I did an internship in various places: at various zoos, a horse farm, farm animal zoo, pet shop, sheep farm and cat shelter. So you could say that I have quite a bit of experience taking care of animals. Since 2,5 years I have my own business as hoof trimmer for horses.

Now I am ready for a new challenge. I hope to gain some new unique work experiences during this trip.
I am a hard worker and I am not quick to complain. I want to develop myself further and I think this step would really help me achieve that. My English is quite good. I am an enthusiastic, cheerful, honest and very polite person.

I am really looking forward to meeting you! And have a great time thanks to Workaway and you.

Interests

Sustainability

Van life

Yoga / Wellness

Camping

Nature

Cooking & food

Hiking

Pets

Mountain

Self development

Vegetarian or vegan

Outdoor activities

Animals

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Dutch: Fluent

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

I'm interested in:  

Babysitting and creative play

Eco Projects

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

DIY and building projects

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

Being an elderly companion

General Maintenance

Life at a Farmstay

Helping around the house

Charity Work

House sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Animal Care

More details about your skills

I am working currently as a hoof trimmer for horses, which I love. I have got a degree in professional animal care. During this study I learned thing like: the nutrition, health, cleaning, management and training of animals.

I have been taking care of other peoples animals when they were on vacation.

I also like to work outside (and don't mind the rain :)

Cooking is one of my skills and i am getting very positive feedback.

I am not afraid of some chores in and around the house, such as small repairs, cleaning and gardening. I am very motivated to learn new skills.

I have my trailer driver's license. And I have experience driving a tractor and other heavier machines.

My skills come out best when I work independently. Which makes me very self-reliant and independent. But I don't mind working together either.

Furthermore, I am reliable and have a high sense of responsibility. I am flexible, even if things don't go as intended I will continu. I am a real go-getter.

Age

32

What else ...

It's no problem for me to provide my one food because of my food intolerance.

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies
  Milk and egg. Can I also provide it myself.

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  Special dietary requirements
  Milk and egg free. Can I also provide it myself.