My name is Grace and I am a 24 year old American, looking to create a meaningful and mutually beneficial relationship with a Spanish speaking family! I have always loved working with kids. I currently work as an in home mental health provider with children and adolescents and their families. I also have experience doing in home ABA therapy with children and young adults ages 3-20 with a variety of intellectual and developmental disabilities- specifically individuals with ASD and ADHD, and other learning differences. Through this work I've become more sure that my skills center around finding connection and building trust with kids and their families. Being an Au Pair would give me an opportunity to strengthen these skills, as well as build new language skills, and learn about a new culture. I would love to be considered as a temporary member of your family!
I started babysitting at 16 years old, and have always truly loved children. I've always appreciated the honesty and curiosity that comes so naturally to kids! They help me feel more hopeful about life and humanity. I have a range of experiences with children, many with my own family (nephews, cousins, close family friends), and several more in professional settings. I've worked at a summer camp as a swim instructor with middle school age kids, I've worked as a nanny for twins that were struggling with the traditional classroom environment in kindergarten, and I've done in-home ABA treatment as a clinician with a wide range of ages and needs. I would love to see if these skills can translate to places outside of the states.