Kirsten M.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 10 years paid experience
- Babysitter in New Bedford, MA 02740
Meet Kirsten
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I have worked many years as caregiver in a variety of areas: babysitting children ages 6 months through adolescence; maintaining safety of elderly folks with dementia spectrum disorders, working with chronically mentally ill adults.. Have provided family therapy with focus on communication and behavioral (parental and child) concerns. Many of the skills I have as a mental health professional would generalize quite well in a family setting. I have also worked as personal assistant and legal secretary. I am a nurturing person who likes to help people feel safe, respected and well cared for. I am thoughtful, and resourceful and enjoy a challenge. I believe that I can provide a healthy, fun and well-rounded care environment for your child(ren). I am respective of parental rules and household structure. I don't rely on "electronic" babysitting; am not afraid to get messy or be silly while playing. I have a good sense of humor Read more and can laugh at myself too. To me, reading, coloring, art, and dress-up are fun; but so are mud pies, playing with pets and digging holes in the sand. In other words, I feel the best way to foster learning, fun and confidence is to interact with child(ren) via a play therapy model. I have behavior modification experience from working with children with a variety of mental health diagnoses. My preferred mode of therapeutic intervention is play therapy. I am positive I can provide a safe and professional experience for parents and children alike. Thank you in advance for taking the time to read my bio and preferences.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 09/23/2021
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
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CPR certification
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Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- After school care availability
Nanny
- My availability is valid through 5/30/12
- My availability is valid through 5/30/12
Experience
Willing to care for 1 child per sitting
$15-$30/hr
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
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Special needs expand
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Education
Psychology
Graduated Rhode Island College 2003
References
Additional services
- Potty Training
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework