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Valerie began babysitting for five families around her neighborhood.
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She joined child development class
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She conducted "story hour" for toddlers and preschools once a month. She liked it so much that she continued to volunteer at the library
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She worked as a lifeguard at her local community pool. Therefore she became certified in CPR and first aid
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She joined an organization where she helped create community service projects and fundraisers.
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She decided to pursue a degree in athletic training
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she participated in intramural sports and used her fundraising experience to raise money for juvenile athletic foundations, a cause she was passionate about
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she began searching for jobs. with all the skills she has and being certified in CNA she looked for jobs like that.
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She started a family. after her second child she decided to go from full time working to part time working so she could have time with her kids.