Dearest Potential Family,
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Samantha, and I am excited to introduce myself to you as a potential babysitter for your family. With over 25 years of experience in the fashion industry, including 18 years as the founder and operator of my brand, I bring a wealth of knowledge, expertise, and creativity to the table.
My journey in the fashion industry has taken me from Athens to London and Sydney, providing me with a deep understanding of cultural diversity and tremendous adaptability. These experiences have shaped my perspective and equipped me with valuable skills that I believe apply to childcare.
As I transition from running my own business to seeking new opportunities, I find myself naturally drawn to working with children. Throughout my life, I have had the privilege of interacting with children in various capacities, from babysitting for neighbors’ kids during my teenage years to engaging with friends’ children and my own nieces and nephews. Additionally, my volunteer work has allowed me to work with children with diverse needs, where I have learned to be attentive and responsive to individual requirements.
My volunteer work has been through ‘Smile of a Child’ (Hamogelo tou Paidiou), Agkalia, Parea, and Action Aid. All four organizations have had challenging situations to deal with, but my attention on the child’s needs has helped me to stay focused and concentrate on creating a safe, supportive, and loving environment.
At ‘Smile of a Child,’ I encountered very challenging situations where children were taken from their homes through a court order due to abuse and neglect. These young children were fragile and traumatized, and I always found a way for them to feel safe and relaxed. I underwent a year of monthly workshops to educate and train myself on the situations I could face, enabling me to be ready to apply what was necessary to each child.
At ‘Agkalia,’ I assisted in creative play classes and also ran a career day talk at my atelier to give the kids insight into a professional environment. It went well, and ‘Agkalia’ actually sent me an email almost a week later suggesting I teach kids professionally as they were still inspired!!!
‘Parea’ involved cooking for homeless people initially, but with the Syrian crisis, we ended up going to their communities, cooking for them, and playing with their children to give them a bit of entertainment, playfulness, and normality.
Through ‘Action Aid,’ I had the opportunity to sponsor a girl from Zimbabwe and also travel to India on a volunteer trip to visit the poorest community. Meeting the Sahariya community, playing with their children, and giving them their moment to shine and know that they matter was a gift. Realizing, as the great Maya Angelou says, “we are more alike than we are unalike,” resonated deeply with me. After all, we all want to be happy and want the best for our kids and families.
All these experiences have taught me so many lessons about children, their spontaneity, their good spirit, their innocence and their genuine ability to love and accept, their desire to learn, their unique individuality, and the authentic joy they express.
I am passionate about nurturing and teaching children and assisting them in developing their own unique skills and interests. I believe in creating a supportive and nurturing environment where children feel valued, heard, and encouraged to explore their creativity and interests. My goal as a babysitter is not only to ensure the safety and well-being of your children but also to foster a positive and enriching experience for them. I know how to make children feel important, valued, heard, seen, and know they matter.
I am committed to providing reliable and responsible care while building trust and rapport with both you and your children. I understand the importance of open communication and collaboration with parents to ensure that your expectations are met and exceeded.
Thank you for considering me as a potential babysitter-nanny for your family. I am eager to meet you and your children to discuss how I can support your family’s childcare needs.
Warm regards,
Samantha