David M.
Education
New York University,
B.F.A in DramaMinor in Child and Adolescent Psychopathology
Professional Childcare Experience
Children's Gymnastics Instructor
Brooklyn, NY, 02/18 - 11/18
As young as 6 weeks and as old as 10
Hebrew School Teacher's Assistant
Pasadena, CA, 08/11 - 06/13
20 children, First Grade
After-School Babysitter
Alhambra, CA, 09/11 - 06/13
Two girls, ages 7 and 11
Part-Time Babysitter
Pasadena, CA, 09/12 - 06/13
One girl, one boy, ages 2 and 5
Other Experience
Restaurant Host
New York, NY, 05/15 - 08/15
Independent Sales Consultant
New York, NY, 05/14 - 08/14
About me
All my life, I wanted to be a young dad. Whether I had a partner or not, I wanted to have a child by the ripe age of 25. I was inspired by my parents who, at 23, had my older brother, my identical twin brother and myself. Now that I am the same age as them when they had me, I have responsibly postponed that ultimatum. In the meantime, I am more than ecstatic to be a temporary caretaker for your little ones until I am able to have my own; anything to surround myself with kids!
Being with kids-- playing, teaching, working with-- brings me the fulfillment that is only paralleled by my love for theatre and music. They inspire me to be the best me I can be, and my only goal is to do the same for them. Always described as a "child-at-heart" kind of spirit, I aim to ride the fine line of perfect playmate and responsible caregiver. As a caregiver, I intend to cultivate a safe environment for your children to blossom and express their true selves. But as a playmate, I am all about staying active and having fun!
A day on the job with me could involve anything from homework help to hula dancing; being a cook to reading books; outdoor activities to bedtime hostility. A full day of activities and, at the end of the day, not a toy out of place to prove it. That’s my guarantee.
Oh yeah, and #yestomannies
I have professional child care experience with...
Toddlers- Preschoolers
- School-aged (K-5)
- Preteen
In 5 years, I hope to be...
...to be hard at work artistically. From a Broadway stage to a living room play written by kids, I hope I'll be performing. I’ve spent my life pursuing being an actor and I plan on spending the rest of my life in the theatre somehow— be it as an actor, director, choreographer, or writer. However, in the past, if I'm between projects or "between projects," I have felt the most fulfilled having childcare as a survival job over any other type of job. So, if in 5 years I'm between jobs, you'll find me right here!
Activities & skills I love to teach & share with children...
As a musical theatre performer, I am always ready and available to bust out some singing or dancing. Does your little one love to sing Moana or dance to Mary Poppins? I would be honored-- no, THRILLED-- to be their partner. Also, worked as a gymnastics instructor for children, I am trained in proper grips and holds as well as safe tumbles and basic gymnastics, which tends to come in handy on the playground or park. Throw in a few stretches and outdoor activities and you have yourself a fun, full body workout!