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Mariana De Swardt

Mariana De Swardt

Au Pair
Amsterdam

Summary

Dedicated and culturally adept, I honed my skills in household operations and social skills development through roles as an Au Pair in the Netherlands and a Volunteer at KidsGames. Excelling in educational support and safety awareness, I've achieved fluency in Dutch and German, demonstrating initiative and a professional demeanor in diverse environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
4
4
Languages

Work History

Au Pair

Families in the Netherlands
04.2024 - 04.2025

Fresh out of high school, I took a gap year and became an au pair for 3 differently unique families.


I was responsible, initiative and attentive to the children's needs. Punctuality and neatness was something I valued and always made sure to hold it to a high standard.


I've been able to learn both Dutch and German at intermediate levels. I've traveled across Europe to wonderful destinations like, Paris and Sardinia.


During this developmental year, I've learned to become well spoken and professional.

Volunteer

Holiday Program KidsGames
07.2019 - 07.2023

Starting from the age of 12, I would volunteer at local churches during school holidays. This was a Christian based program, called KidsGames. I would mainly be responsible for facilitating groups of children, ages 5 - 10.


Here I would lead outdoor and indoor games, preform in emotive theatre and dress up. other activities include, sports and (my favorite) arts and crafts



Education

High School Diploma -

High School Dinamika
Johannesburg
04.2001 -

Skills

Household operations

Cultural immersion

Safety awareness

Homework assistance

Activity planning

Educational support

Meal preparation

Social skills development

Certification

TEFL

Hobbies

My hobbies include, reading, writing, crocheting, baking, hiking and camping 

Timeline

Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED – American Red Cross.

07-2025

Au Pair

Families in the Netherlands
04.2024 - 04.2025

TEFL

01-2024

Volunteer

Holiday Program KidsGames
07.2019 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

High School Dinamika
04.2001 -
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