Arlene Jean L.

• Age: 29

• Education: College Undergraduate (2 years B.S. Secondary Education)

• Experience: Bahrain (approx. 2 years), Philippines (3 years)

• Children: 2 (Ages 4 and 6)

Work Experience Overview Arlene has over five years of domestic experience. Her background includes a nearly completed contract in Bahrain focusing on childcare and housekeeping, and three years of service in the Philippines as a working student. She is a fluent English speaker with a background in education.

• Bahrain (September 2024 – April 2026)

  • Employer: Working couple with 3 children (Ages 3, 6, and 9).

  • Duties: Housekeeping, childcare, tutoring, pet care (2 cats, 1 dog), and cooking.

  • Childcare: 60% focus. Responsible for hygiene, feeding, and school preparation.

  • Co-workers: Worked as a solo helper on weekends; assisted by two other helpers at the grandmother’s residence during the week.

  • Interview Note: Arlene was repatriated by the Philippine Government due to the war conflict in the region. She was near the completion of her two-year contract when her employer advised her to return home for safety.

• Bukidnon, Philippines (March 2013 – April 2016)

  • Employer: Private household in Malaybalay City.

  • Duties: Housekeeping, childcare assistance, tutoring, car washing, gardening, and cooking.

  • Childcare: 20% focus; children were under the primary supervision of parents.

  • Interview Note: Arlene worked as a part-time student helper while completing two years of her university degree. She left the position to pursue a role in retail after finishing her studies

• Cooking

  • Cuisines: Chinese, Filipino, and Western.

  • Cooking Frequency: Prepares 4 meals per day.

  • Special Diets: Capable of preparing vegetarian, low-sodium, and diabetic-friendly meals.

• Pets & Other skills

  Willingness: Experienced with dogs and cats; cared for multiple pets in her Bahrain placement.
  Special Skills: Academic tutoring (Major in Biological Science), car washing, and gardening.