Catherine Teodoro Tumbali

Catherine Teodoro Tumbali is a 35-year-old Filipino from Conner, Apayao. She is a devoted wife to a 36-year-old farmer and a loving mother to their 15-year-old child. The youngest in a family of six siblings—two brothers and three sisters—Catherine grew up in a modest household. Her mother, now 69, continues to manage their home as a housewife, while her father has passed away. Raised in a close-knit family, Catherine learned early the values of hard work, patience, and responsibility—qualities that have shaped her personal and professional life. Catherine completed her secondary education at Governor Benjamin Leguab Memorial National High School in 2006. Determined to pursue higher education despite life’s challenges, she enrolled in St. Louis College of Bulanao, where she earned a degree in Information Technology in 2014. Balancing her studies with work, Catherine demonstrated resilience and strong time management skills—qualities she would later carry into her career. Her professional journey began shortly after graduation, working as a cashier from 2015 to 2017. Her domestic work experiences are: PHILIPPINES (2010 and 2014), she lived with a Filipino family in a 4-bedroom, two-storey home, helping care for two children aged 9 and 8. While managing her duties—cleaning, laundry, ironing, and child supervision—she was also given the opportunity to continue her college education. This period helped build her foundation in household management and childcare. SAUDI ARABIA (April 2018 – September 2020), Catherine worked for an Arab family. The household included three young children—a six-month-old and newborn twins in 2020—and two domestic helpers. Catherine’s primary duties included housekeeping, laundry, ironing, and assisting with infant care. Her time in Saudi Arabia enhanced her experience in handling the demands of a large household and caring for very young children. HONG KONG (Mar 2023 – August 2023), she further broadened her overseas experience by working with a Chinese family. The household included a couple, a mobile elderly woman (65 years old), and a six-year-old child. Catherine served as an all-around helper, managing housework and childcare while also supporting the elder. Though her stay in Hong Kong was brief, it reinforced her adaptability and strengthened her confidence in working in multicultural environments. Currently, Catherine is managing her own sari-sari store in her hometown while waiting for an opportunity to work in Singapore. Her career reflects a strong work ethic, a commitment to continuous learning, and a deep sense of responsibility both as a professional and as a mother. With years of experience in both local and international domestic work, Catherine is confident in caring for children, managing household tasks, and adapting to various household needs. She looks forward to bringing her skills, dedication, and warm personality to a new employer who values professionalism and trust.