Katie

Travel information

I am currently

Description

I'm an active, bubbly, positive person. I have often been described by friends as a ray of sunshine, so I hope to bring lots of light and energy to any work away placements I take part in.

I love meeting new people, doing various sports (my favourites include climbing, hiking, running, surfing and pole dance), and enjoy being creative (e.g. planning murder mysteries and other organised fun events, baking, colouring, painting etc).

I feel my happiest when I'm surrounded by friends, am out in nature, and it's always a bonus if there is a dog around! My happy place is climbing on sea cliffs in Swanage, on a calm and sunny day with my sister.

I'm currently planning a big trip / move to Canada in August, starting in the Vancouver area, and I'm excited to find some work away placements to meet people and learn new skills (or put old ones to use)!

This is my first time using work away, but I have previously au-paired and volunteered internationally through other schemes/sites, so the idea of volunteering / working in this way isn't completely new to me.

I have experience dog sitting, au pairing / baby sitting, and I have professional work experience working for social change within the education sector, in event planning and project management.

Interests

Mountain

Languages

Outdoor activities

Nature

Politics / Social justice

Yoga / Wellness

Vegetarian or vegan

Self development

Sustainability

Pets

Water sports

Winter sports

Music

Hiking

Fitness

Culture

DIY & crafts

Drawing & painting

Events & social

Cooking & food

Charity work

Books

Beach

Animals

Adventure sports

Languages spoken

English: Fluent
French: Intermediate

Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Art Projects

Gardening

DIY and building projects

Life at a Farmstay

Babysitting and creative play

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Languages

Animal Care

Hospitality/Tourism

House sitting

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Able to teach about:  

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

More details about your skills

I am currently working in Education and events, working with young people aged 13-18, and have had quite a lot of experience working with young people in different settings (au pairing, other volunteering and work experience). I have also had lots of experience with event planning and project management through work, volunteering, and also planning social events for my friends.

I have grown up with many pets and have dog-sit for friends many times. I love animals.

I studied International Development and French, so I can speak a fair amount of French, although it may be a little rusty at the moment.

I am really organised, and can be very creative so I really enjoy planning events and organised fun.

I also love cooking and baking, and have had many years refining my culinary skills!

Age

26

What else ...

Things I like:
- Good food (cooking and eating)
- Sports
- Animals
- Creativity
- Playing games (board games, card games)
- Going for drinks (although not every night!)
- Spending time with family and friends
- Spending time in nature
- Trying new things!

Things I care about:
- The climate / environment
- Animals
- My wellbeing / health
- My friends and family

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
  Vegetarian