I have extensive education and experience in childcare, children's psychology, pedagogy and health literacy. I have worked as a teacher for over a decade and as a private nanny/governess for 5 years. Diplomas and references are available upon request. I have raised two daughters, the older one is graduating from an Ivy-league university this year, and the younger one is an aspiring professional athlete. I value diversity and can find a unique approach to every individual in my care to help them thrive. Another important value for me is life-long learning. I like to keep an open mind and educate myself on things that interest me. This active engagement with life and constant knowledge-seeking makes me a good companion for curious children of any age, and it allows me to engage in meaningful conversations with their parents. In my work with children I emphasize the importance of True Play for healthy maturation. I engage children in outdoor physical activities, sensory play and crafts, and in daily book reading and storytelling. I also have decades of experience cooking healthy meals for children with particular dietary needs. I have experience with twins and have done research and presentations on this topic!

2019 - PRESENT, Moscow, Russia Titova Family - Nanny and Support Worker ● Provided routine childcare for two young children between 0 and 5 years of age (feeding, bathing, toileting, outdoor walks, reading to the children, cooking for the children). ● Facilitated play-based enrichment activities and crafts, and established a book reading practice for the family. ● Developed a secure attachment with the children and created a safe and loving environment for the children to ease the stress of the absence of parents. 2015 - 2019, Moscow, Russia School No1210 - Teacher ● Created the program “Children’s Economics Club” for ages 6-12. ● Prepared engaging materials for the lessons and delivered them to over 100 young. students for 5 years, improving the program each year. 2014 - 2018, Moscow, Russia MSU Mathematics Club for Children - Teacher and Camp Supervisor ● Led play-based mathematics lessons for children aged 5-10 in summer camps. ● Received high praise from the director of the camp for the ability to build rapport with both very young as well as older children and to interest them in the field of Mathematics.