Siena Oomkes

• I started babysitting a six month old last summer. When I babysat for her it would be from five in the afternoon until 1 in the morning. This is an ongoing commitment once or twice a month. I assisted with basic childcare tasks such as changing diapers, bathing, dressing, and putting kids to bed.

I worked through the MCA to demonstrate to kids my love for swimming, and teach them to love to swim as well. I got to work alongside lots of other coaches to teach kids how to improve their stroke while swimming, to become more efficient. While with other kids I helped them to gain comfort in the water and feel capable swimming a length across the pool, or being able to put their head under water while swimming. I am extremely grateful to have had the opportunity to help young kids improve and succeed in swimming at competitive meets or at practice, where they could work on becoming a stronger swimmer.

• As a CIT, I was tasked with supervising campers and organized adventures, events and activities. In addition, I also learned skills on how to successfully work with kids of all different ages. My co-counselors and I created a safe environment for everyone; counselors and campers alike.

• I was a nanny for three sisters ranging in ages from eight to eleven. It was a summer commitment from noon to five with the responsibility of taking care of them. I provided a fun, educational, and nurturing environment, and it was a joy to watch them grow.