Im currently living in Lake Forest IL where I have been working with a family since October 2010 looking after one child who 2 years old. I will be finishing my contract with them in September but would really like to extend my visa and stay in the Chicago area. Before leaving the UK I worked for as a Swimming Teacher and Lifeguard for 3 years. I also was employed by David Lloyds Gym doing Swimming Teaching. I am a non smoker. Also hold a clean full Uk driving Licence (6 years driving experience). Regarding Piercings- I have my ears pierced. I love keeping active- walking, swimming, snowboarding. I also have my grade 3 flute. I admit I havnt played in years. When living in the UK I lived with my mother who is a Nursery Nurse at a local school. My father is a Civil Engineers and works abroad most of the year. I also have a younger sister (21 years of age) who works in the carribean for princess cruise line. I am honest, trustworthly and a very hard worker. Although not qualified in childcare I believe i have plenty of expereicne. I used to help my mother when she used to childmind. Also helped her out in the school she works in. Within swimming teaching I have worked with babies aged 6 months to teenagers aged 16. Qualifications:- Level 2 Swimming Teacher Level 2 Gym Instructor Aquacise Teacher NPLQ Lifeguard Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award National Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science I am available to work any day, any time and Im not afraid to work long hours. I am very willing to start a job in a new city/ country!