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GIOVANA CAVALCANTE SALOMÃO Dublin 01 - Ireland • EU Citizen SUMMARY My name is Giovana, I’m 34 years old. Childcare professional with over 4 years of experience caring for children aged 9 months to 5 years. Experienced in managing daily routines and supporting early childhood development in safe, nurturing, and structured environments. Currently working as an occasional babysitter. Strong focus on children’s safety, emotional development, and learning through play, with a Montessori inspired approach. Portuguese native speaker, with intermediate proficiency in English and Spanish. EU citizenship, and availability for full-time childcare roles. CAREER BACKGROUND Childminder – Ireland - Irish Family | Dublin 5 (October 2024 – July 2026) ● Cared for a child from the age of 9 months until 2 years and 6 months, supporting their development throughout this stage. ● Was responsible for preparing meals, including snacks, lunch, and dinner. ● Managed the child’s daily routine. ● Accompanied the child to parks, the zoo, the library, playgroups, and playdates. ● Ensured the child’s safety, hygiene, and overall well-being at all times. ● Encouraged early learning through books, educational toys, numbers, sounds, and language activities. ● Supported key developmental milestones, including walking, speaking, and potty training. ✔ Reference available Babysitter – Ireland - Irish/Brazilian Family | Dublin 22 (April 2024 – Present (occasional work) ● Currently working on an occasional basis with an Irish/Brazilian family, caring for a 4-year-old child. ● Started working with the child when she was around 2 years old. ● Main responsibilities include organising and providing meals, as well as accompanying the child to activities such as parks, the zoo, the library, playdates, and playgroups. ● Supporting early childhood development by encouraging numbers, sounds, and language through toys and educational books. ● Actively supporting bilingual development in English and Portuguese in a natural, everyday context. ● Assisting with social and emotional development, encouraging basic social skills such as sharing, respect, and polite communication. ● Supporting the child in recognising and managing emotions in an age-appropriate way. ✔ Reference available Nanny – Ireland & United States - Private Irish Family (International Placement) (Feb 2023 – Jul 2023 (Ireland) | Feb 2024 – Mar 2024 (USA) ● Sole charge responsibility for two children (aged 9 months to 4 years), independently managing full daily routines. ● Organised and managed school drop-offs and pick-ups, ensuring structure, punctuality, and consistency. ● Planned and delivered age-appropriate educational and recreational activities to support early childhood development. ● Supported key developmental milestones, including language acquisition, social interaction, and cognitive development. ● Maintained a safe, structured, and nurturing environment at all times. ● Provided personal care, including nappy changing and daily hygiene routines. ● Encouraged learning through play, introducing numbers, animals, and vocabulary in an engaging and dynamic way. ● Selected to continue working with the same family in the United States, demonstrating a high level of trust, reliability, and professional performance. Childminder – Dublin, Ireland (Dún Laoghaire) Private Family (July 2023 – February 2024) ● Provided childcare for a newborn and a young child, gaining hands-on experience with newborn care as well as supporting a child from 9 months to 2 years old through key stages of early development. ● Supported newborn care routines, including feeding, changing, settling, sleep routines, and maintaining a safe and comfortable environment. ● Managed the older child’s daily routine, including meals, sleep, hygiene, and age-appropriate activities. ● Accompanied the child to parks, the library, playdates, and other activities, encouraging social interaction, exploration, and learning. ● Ensured the children’s safety, comfort, and well-being at all times, particularly while the parents were absent. ● Established and maintained consistent sleep and daily routines, supporting healthy development and adaptation. Encouraged motor, cognitive, emotional, and social development through play, interaction, reading, and age-appropriate educational activities. São Paulo State Military Police – Brazil (January 2019 – October 2022) Public Relations Officer – Military Intelligence Department ● Worked in a high-responsibility environment, with a strong focus on safety, organisation, and decision-making under pressure ● Managed emergency calls, maintaining constant attention, emotional control, and quick response in critical situations ● Coordinated operational teams, ensuring clear communication and effective execution ● Prepared reports and analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning ● Developed key skills such as responsibility, discipline, empathy, and care for individuals in sensitive situations During my training, I completed first aid courses, strengthening my ability to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations. GENERAL SKILLS & INFORMATION ● Languages: Portuguese (native), English ( professional) Spanish (intermediate ) ● Volunteering: Volunteer with Amigos do Bem, supporting initiatives for people in vulnerable situations, including individuals experiencing homelessness. Involved in activities focused on emotional support, active listening, and encouraging positive life changes through guidance and social support. ● Also participated in hospital campaigns, providing emotional support and companionship to children undergoing cancer treatment. EDUCATION ● Associate's degree, Supervisory Management and Team Leadership Certificate, TUS, Ireland (2025 - Present) ● Bachelor's Degree in Public Security, Universidade São Judas Tadeu - USJT, Brazil (2025 – Present) ● Academy Military Police Technical School, Brazil (2015 – 2017) References Upon Request

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