PaulaHfmn

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Description

Hello, my name is Paula, I am 24 years old and I come from Stralsund, Germany. At the moment I am travelling solo as a backpacker, but back home I worked as a paramedic. I really love my job, working with people and doing something meaningful with my time and skills.

In my free time I enjoy hiking, doing creative and crafty projects, and spending quality time with my favourite people. I also enjoy spending time on my own, listening to audiobooks while painting or simply enjoying my surroundings.

People would probably describe me as an extrovert because I like chatting and can get enthusiastic about almost any topic. Especially when it involves creativity, crafts, or being outdoors in nature, I am always happy to join in. Topics like equality, women’s rights, and reducing animal suffering are also important to me, and I always enjoy conversations or projects connected to these values. The only thing that needs a bit more motivation for me is going out partying late at night. I love music and dancing, but I prefer a relaxed and cosy atmosphere at home with people you feel comfortable and safe with.

While travelling, I enjoy meeting new people and hearing their stories, and from time to time I like staying longer in one place instead of always moving on. It’s nice to get a small glimpse into everyday life somewhere and not just pass through. I also enjoy having tasks and being involved in whatever is going on, especially when people are working on something they really care about and that I feel deserves more attention. So I am looking forward to getting to know you and your place, and supporting where I can during my stay, in whatever way that may be.

Interests

Vegetarian or vegan

Politics / Social justice

LGBTQ

Charity work

Writing

Plant care

Photography

Music

Hitchhiking

Gardening

Drawing & painting

DIY & crafts

Carpentry

Books

Blogging

Art & design

Animals

Yoga / Wellness

Winter sports

Team sports

Sailing / Boating

Outdoor activities

Nature

Mountain

Hiking

Dancing

Cycling

Camping

Beach

Adventure sports

Languages

Languages spoken
German: Fluent
English: Fluent

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

I'm interested in:  

Eco Projects

Teaching

Gardening

Animal Care

Creating/ Cooking family meals

Helping around the house

Hospitality/Tourism

Helping with Computers/ Internet

House & pet sitting

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Some knowledge of:  

Charity Work

Art Projects

Being an elderly companion

DIY and building projects

Life at a Farmstay

Babysitting and creative play

General Maintenance

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Able to teach about:  

Languages

More details about your skills

I am a pretty creative person. I love crafty stuff and have tried nearly everything without being a real professional at anything. I am interested in painting projects, making and editing videos, working with wood, writing texts, or doing creative activities with kids. I am always happy to join in and usually have many ideas about how to get involved.

In Germany, I worked for several years with children at a Catholic holiday camp as a supervisor. I am used to organising workshops and trips with kids, as well as playing games with them or helping them learn something new.

Besides my experience as a supervisor, I am a trained paramedic and worked in emergency medical services for five years. I have knowledge of emergency medicine and advanced first aid. I know how to treat critical wounds, recognise life-threatening conditions, and apply the necessary medical care and treatment.

Besides my qualifications, I am easily motivated for nearly any kind of job and enjoy learning new skills.


Experience & practical skills
• Worked on a Demeter organic chicken farm (collecting eggs, feeding animals, market days, general farm work)
• Wrote occasional blog posts for an NGO children’s village project in Peru
• Created and edited Instagram content
• Organised craft and sports workshops for children

Practical and creative skills
• Painting and drawing
• Painting and renovation work
• Basic woodworking
• Confident using small tools (e.g. jigsaw, sander, etc.)
• Bookbinding, basket weaving, crocheting and sewing

Age

24

Some more information

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  Smoker

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  Driver's licence

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  Allergies

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  Special dietary requirements
  At home I am vegan, and while travelling I try to stick at least to a vegetarian diet. I am completely happy to take care of my own food if this is not part of your kitchen, so I do not expect anyone to take extra responsibility for my lifestyle. At the s