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Experienced in providing childcare to children in diverse age groups with different backgrounds. Seeking professional opportunities to support child well-being and positive growth through mindful engagement.

About Me

Hello, my name is Antonia. I grew up on a small island and was strongly influenced by the sea. I received an M.A. in Maritime studies. Parallel to work in that field, I gained experience volunteering with kids.

I'm a passionate swimmer, cyclist, photographer and also an aspiring writer. I happily transfer my love for arts and sports to kids. I believe that every child has huge potential and I enjoy working with them to overcome challenges.

I have experience working with children with special needs, in particular with those on the Autism spectrum. By building up mutual respect, enforcing positive communication and with lots of hard work I have witnessed great transformations in children I have worked with; I like to think that my work contributed to those positive changes.

Antonia standing in front of wall, where there is a mural of Little Prince character, and text writen in Portugese.

Work Experience

  • Nanny

    Dec 2020 - Present,
    Feb 2020 - Jul 2020
    Berlin
    Full-time nanny for a 2-year old. Reference available upon request.
  • Au pair

    Oct 2016 - Jul 2017
    Ireland
    Provided supervision and home care for the basic needs of 4 boys, between the ages of 3-10, including one child with autism. Prepared meals, created activity schedules that allowed the children to learn more about the world and develop their interests; helped with homework and classwork, and maintained and cleaned domestic spaces. Reference available upon request.
  • Co-founder, NGO, "Friend"

    2013 - 2015
    Split, Croatia
    Organized various activities for families and youth in the community, including family playdays in Marjan forest park; researched about accessibility of cafés, clubs, and restaurants for youth with disabilities; developed materials and a campaign to promote awareness about internet addictions.
  • Special needs teaching assistant, Primary school "Mertojak"

    Sep 2013 - Dec 2013
    Split, Croatia
    Assisted classroom teacher in classroom with a group of 4 autistic boys on classroom preparation. Everyday activities working with small groups of students to enhance learning processes. Keeping classrooms safe and tidy.
  • Lecturer in high schools, NGOs: "Gong", "Friedrich Ebert Schtiftung", "I work and I change"

    2008 - 2009
    Split, Croatia
    Conducted youth outreach educational workshops on topics including EU class, ‘Youth on the Labour Market’ and ‘Local Governance in Croatia.’

Skills

  • Fluent in English & Croatian
  • Intermediate knowledge of Italian, and basic Spanish & German
  • Teaching through fun, enthusiasm, creativity, reliability, imaginations, arts and sports
  • De-escalating interpersonal conflict with patience and effective communication skills
  • Mindfulness and organization skills
  • Flexibility and calmness
  • Planning and logistics

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