My name is Olena and I am 28 years
old. I live in town Cherkasy which is in the centre of Ukraine. Here I live with my mother who is
48 and who works as a bookkeeper and my 24 years old brother who works as a
designer.
I graduated from the University a year ago. I
have got a Diploma in philology (English language). Besides I studied French
and German. Before entering the University I worked as a receptionist first and
then as an editor/journalist in a local TV studio. Studying foreign languages
was my hobby and I decided to turn it into my profession. Now I am a freelance
translator and work as a tutor of English. Also I earn additionally as a
baby-sitter.
My experience with babysitting began since
childhood when I helped my mother to raise my younger brother. I also
occasionally babysat my two cousins Valeria and Eugenie from the time they were
3 until the time they were old enough to go to school. Taking care of children
has always been an enjoyable way to spend my time. In 2004 I became a godmother
for my friends’ daughter Anastacia. I play an active role in the upbringing of
my goddaughter since then. In 2007 I took part in the program CampAmerica. I spent a beautiful summer with
children in an American camp.It was the
greatest experience of my life. During the last 2 years I enjoyed so much
working with Alexander (5) and Vladislava (7). While the parents were working,
the kids remained on my care. I was preparing their meals, going for walks,
playing with them, teaching to do cleaning and keeping things tidy as well as
doing light home work.
I can describe myself as a responsible,
friendly, hard-working person with a great sense of humor. Besides learning
foreign languages I like reading books, cooking, traveling and swimming. And I
love animals so much.
There are several reasons for which I would
like to take part in Au Pair Program. First I enjoy communication with
children, spending time outdoors and playing with them. That fills your soul
with optimism, makes your life more cheerful and interesting. So I think it
would be a great pleasure for me to spend much time with children. The second
is my desire to practice foreign languages. I want to improve my English. I
also wish to learn some other language. At the same time I’d like to get to
know more about the life in the foreign country, about its culture, customs and
traditions. It is also a great opportunity to meet interesting people and find
new friends.
I am looking forward to meeting you. And I hope
that I will become not only an Au Pair in your family but also a good friend
for you and your children.
