Hello! My name is Anna, and I’m a Columbia University graduate student, studying speech therapy! I am compassionate, enthusiastic, open-minded, educated, and looking for work for any age or gender across the lifespan! I have lived in three states and abroad in four countries, and pride myself in my cultural competence, and ability to deliver meaningful care to all populations. I have experience working with children from ages 2-16, including children with Autism, ADHD, and speech delays, in my work as a graduate student clinician of speech therapy at Columbia University. Additionally, I have extensive experience in childcare through my International Summer Childcare Internship in Saudi Arabia! I have experience working with seniors, in medical settings as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA,) and outside medical settings as a graduate student clinician of speech-language pathology & in caretaking for senior neighbors and relatives. In my work as a CNA, I obtained thorough experience in assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, grooming and hygiene, toileting, and more! I have extensive experience working with individuals with disabilities of all types. My work as a CNA, as well as 4+ years in the service industry, have given me experience in household services, and I pride myself on giving every job my 110%. I am a quick learner, and am willing to be flexible to what works for YOU! Some of my areas of specialty include English-language tutoring and immersion, writing tutoring, home health support, basic meal prep, public transportation & attending appointments, event & activity planning, and working across cultures and nationalities. I am a fluent native English speaker, and have working ability in Spanish and ASL. I am CPR and Basic Life Support certified. I have been background checked extensively and am certified within the NYC DOE. If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. THANK YOU for choosing ME to provide care for your loved ones!