The Sun's Awake

I took this video sometime back in 2005, a few months after my oldest brother got married. This is my niece Malaki, who was about two at the time and is now 9 years old. She was one of the first kids I babysat for on a regular basis. Sean and his wife had two more daughters, Finley and Elliot, who I helped take care of since they were infants. I've always loved this video of Malaki, and it reminds me of a simpler time.

Jim KB on Supernannies

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Jim KB is a really funny, talented webcomic artist who frequently posts to Reddit.  This is one of my favorites of his.

CPR Classes

Unfortunately, I have not yet taken a CPR Class. I know how important it is to be CPR-certified, and I will have a much better chance of finding a higher-paid position if I am. I don't want anything to hold me back from the best opportunities out there, so I have no excuse not to take a class. I want to take one as soon as possible this summer before I start my new job.

Here is some information on a class at the Kennedy Health Systems hospital, which isn't too far from where I live. I think this one is about $40. I'd rather have a free one, but a paid one would probably be more thorough and more likely to be held in just a few hours.

There is an infant and child CPR class through Lourdes Health Systems that is only $35. I might have to work that night, though.

Here is a free CPR Class at the Cooper Community Health Education Center in Voorhees.

Also at the same location, there is an "Baby 101" infant care class, but it is $25 per couple. I'm sure I could go alone, but I wonder if it would be half off. That would also be helpful to brush up on, since I haven't taken care of a baby since my nieces were little.

I also found an online CPR and First Aid course, as well as "Illustrated CPR in 3 Steps", which obviously isn't as good as an in-person demonstration, but still good resources.

My name is Mallory Rhodes. I am a 24 year old American girl with over 10 years of experience as a babysitter, nanny and an au pair. I am looking for a long-term, live-in nanny position, preferably with a family with small children.

I am currently an au pair for a family with 7 year-old twin girls in Cherry Hill, NJ. My duties include keeping children on schedule throughout the day, helping with homework, doing light housework including the children's laundry, preparing 3 meals a day, and transporting the children to and from activities.

I believe in working closely with the parents, matching their parenting style, and having frequent meetings to discuss any problems. I am much more experienced and professional than a younger girl looking for this position. I will devote myself to the well-being of your children and contribute towards a harmonious household.

I am originally from Delaware but have lived in many places, including being an au pair in the Netherlands for 8 months, being a nanny for three families at the beach in Delaware, and living in West Virginia for my undergrad studies. I am accustomed to adjusting to new places and I look forward to new experiences. I have experience with both boys and girls of many different ages. I am passionate about reading, and hope to earn my Master's in Library Science to become a Children's Librarian in the future.

I have committed to staying with my current family until September 2012. After that, I am looking for a higher paid position, from $15-20 an hour, 40-45 hours a week. I am looking for a live-in position that allows me some free time on the weekends. Ideally, I would like to find a family with very small children that I would be able to stay with for a year or longer.

This blog will chronicle my job search for a new nanny position starting in the fall of 2012. In the past, I used aupair-world.net to find families, but I am currently applying to families through care.com. I have also submitted applications to several agencies in New York and Philadelphia. Right now I have been contacted by a few families, but have not yet started the preliminary arrangements for starting a new position.

I am looking forward to using this blog in order to keep a record of my job search, outline my qualifications, bookmark resources, and comment on my goals and aspirations that I plan for in the future.

If you are a family looking for a nanny, a nanny looking for advice, or you simply would like to know more about me, you can email me at mrhodes8@gmail.com.

Warm Regards, Mallory

P.S. I named the blog "Yes, Nanny!" for several reasons, but mainly as an homage to Muppet Babies.