Jennifer

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Hi !!
I am Jennifer (preferable Jen or Jenny :) ), I just just turned 26 and I have been living in Montreal, Canada, for 8 years! I am originally from France, that I visit quite often since my family lives there. I have traveled quite a lot these last few years (Panama, Mexico, US, Italy, Netherlands, etc) and it was really eye-opening that travelling is a big part of my well-being. I have quite only travelled backpacking, often on my own, which was really helpful to bond with locals, make new friends, and discover local culture. I deeply enjoy the simplicity of this way of traveling and I am so looking forward to do it again but this time over a longer period of time (from November 2024 to February 2025).

I moved to Montreal on my own when I was 17 to study. I got my bachelor in business administration and I specialized in sustainable development and project management. Since then, I have been working in several fields, such as :
-Looking after kids in kindergarten and middle school, and babysitting (still babysitting whenever I can, I love it!);
-Managing operations at an online art gallery (in a wider sense, I love art and cultural activities, creating paintings, visiting museums, photography and creating online videos);
-Managing projects in an NGO dedicated to kids in situation of vulnerability (my current position, I will be on unpaid leave during my trip).

As of my personality, my friends would definitely say that I am an empathetic, introspective and really caring person whom it's fun and joyful to be around. I have a deep sensibility and I get a lot of energy from positive and enriching connexions. I am a very autonomous handy and self-taught person, meticulous too. I appreciate quite a lot of things that involve creation with my hands : cooking, building and repairing stuff, gardening, art as I mentioned above, etc. I come from a creative and self-taught family so that might be why :) Might be useful too : I grew up in nature, in big spaces where we had the chance to live with dogs, cats, chickens, sheep, rabbits, even horses. I love love love animals so it will be my pleasure take care of them if you have some.

I am looking forward to experience good times is Costa Rica and the pura vida life. What motives my choice for Costa Rica : I have a clear preference for warm and sunny places, surrounded by the sea and the jungle, and my trip to Panama was my favorite one so far (but I still want to discover a new country).

Can't wait to chat more with you about your needs :)

Interests

History

Drawing & painting

Astronomy

Architecture

Dancing

Fitness

Nature

Music

Plant care

Photography

Hiking

DIY & crafts

Sustainability

Videography

Self development

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Books

Culture

Politics / Social justice

Yoga / Wellness

Writing

Cooking & food

Beach

Art & design

Animals

Languages

Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner

More details about my language interests
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Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Charity Work

Being an elderly companion

DIY and building projects

Animal Care

Life at a Farmstay

Babysitting and creative play

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

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Some knowledge of:  

Gardening

General Maintenance

Helping with Computers/ Internet

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Able to teach about:  

Eco Projects

Languages

Art Projects

Teaching

More details about your skills

I speak French and English fluently. I have really minimal basic knowledge in Spanish as I learned it in school, but I haven't talked Spanish since. But I would be glad to learn again!
I have worked with kids a lot so I have a pedagogical and patient approach regarding teaching them.

I studied business management for 4 years, so I have a broad understanding in how organizations operate and how they manage ressources. I have knowledge and experience in planning, organizing, project management, product development and promotion, operations management. I also have knowledge in budgeting. As a well raised Z generation kid (haha) I know really well how to use laptops and a various range of softwares, as well as social medias and content creation.
I have a strong experience in customer needs and relations, so I will gladly help you accomodate tourists if, for example, that's what your business do.

I am really resourceful and always looking to help and learn new skills! I love DIY and I can come up fast with solutions and ideas.I enjoy manual labor (painting, cooking, art projects, and many more).
I will gladly participate in community development projects and cultural projects.

Age

26

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