My name is Talel and I grew up in Nelson British Columbia. I am twenty-six and the eldest of three siblings. I have extensive experience working and caring for children through Daycare, Babysitting, Camp Counseling and Swim Instructing. I have experience working with children in various settings such as in art camps, team building and leadership activities, as well as water safety and swimming lessons. My certifications include Standard First Aid CPR/C (Red Cross), National Lifeguard (Lifesaving society), Hug a Tree and Survive (Bear Awareness), and The Babysitters Course. My own personal interests include music, art, and exploring the outdoors. I am a singer-songwriter and performing musician with a diploma from Selkirk College Contemporary Music and Technology Program. I am a caring, honest, and responsible person who loves working with children and sharing my passions for art and nature to ensure a positive and fun childcare environment.

2017–2022 Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor (Swim Instructor) in Nelson and Salmo BC Taught children ages 1–16 technical swim strokes, water safety, and water fitness Instructed up to 12 children at once Certified in Standard First Aid (Red Cross), water rescue, and safety training (Lifesaving Society) 2012–2021 Nanny and Babysitter in Nelson BC and surrounding area Prepared snacks and meals, facilitated outdoor play, arts and crafts, developmental and musical activities Experience caring for children with diabetes Cared for up to four children at once 2017-2020 Camp Counselor at NDCC Children’s Summer Camp in Nelson BC Led recreational day camp activities for children ages 5–10 Facilitated team building, arts and crafts, nature exploration, and water play Supervised up to 18 children with other staff 2016 Camp Counselor – Week-long Overnight Camp at Guiding Hands Recreation Society (BC) Led overnight camp for children ages 9–11 Focused on team building and nature activities Supervised up to 30 children with a team of counselors 2016 Arts Camp Counselor in Slocan Valley BC Organized and led a two-week long musical theatre camp for girls ages 8–10 Supervised up to six at once children