Martin

From: United States

Account Type
Individual account
Travelling to
New Zealand
Travel dates
01/01/2020 - 31/03/2020
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My status
Travelling
Description
My name is Martin; I've just graduated as a philosophy and film student from The University of Chicago in the U.S. I grew up in New York and I spend a lot of time with cameras, now working as a camera assistant in NY. I'm interested in joining communities far from my own and learning about what life is like for others.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Babysitting and creative play
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Life at a Farmstay
Eco Projects
Helping around the house
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Language practice
Art Projects
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Teaching
More details about your skills
My job requires extensive manual labor. I often haul gear for 12+ hour days. I am a quick learner and feel strongly about making sure tasks are completed.

I also spend extensive time caring for a family member with a disability and am experienced in being attentive and listening to the needs of people who require active care. Having been a camp counselor for young kids, I am also well versed in applying those skills to making a fun and safe space for kids to be in.
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Age
24
What else ...
I personally enjoy storytelling as a pass time and like to play games that involve using imagination. I think kids are fun to spend time with and am comfortable looking after them for extensive periods of time.

I like to eat healthily and feel strongly about learning how to be more environmentally conscious. With regard to home care and hygiene, I consider myself attentive to cleanliness.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

Feedback

28/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (martin) for host for (Come and stay on beautiful ...)

I only stayed for three weeks with Rochelle, Alex, Sahara, Leila, and Frankie and they’ve become family. I love them all (Rochelle’s parents Fleur and Norm included). In the first place, The Great Barrier Island is a gem hidden in plain sight. To be able to stay with this family on the island is like hitting the lottery twice. I’m going to hold… read more

(Excellent )

15/02/2020

Left by host (Live off-the-grid in island ...) for Workawayer (martin)

Martin was a great worker and a pleasure to have as a guest in our house. He did several days of firewood, both working with Andy and then splitting the wood and stacking it by himself. These were long, hot days, but Martin worked hard and didn’t complain.
Martin also looked after our 4 year old son, cleaned the house and Airbnb, cooked for our… read more

(Excellent )

15/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (martin) for host for (Live off-the-grid in island ...)

It's hard to say something great about this family that hasn't already been said. Deb, Andy, and Airt are really kind and caring people and I'm grateful for the chance to have been part of their world. They made a sincere effort to bring me into their lives and I had an incredible time. It's probably also worth mentioning that they live on The… read more

(Excellent )

15/02/2020

Left by Workawayer (martin) for host for (Help with gardens, forests ...)

I had an incredible time staying with Karolyne and Rob. They are deeply thoughtful people who were invested in making my time comfortable and always asked for reasonable amounts of work. They took me with them to the hot springs, local fair, 90 mile beach, and the waipoua forest––all of which made me feel like a part of their lives and the… read more

(Excellent )

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