Sara N.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 27 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Meet Sara
- Speaks English
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
This teacher/ caretaker's portfolio grew not only from working directly with children from infancy to early elementary years, but also by ongoing education begun in college, of the theorists of modern early childhood development practices who enlightened the world of the importance of this unique time's windows of vast opportunity for growth. Keeping abreast of emerging latest discoveries in brain development, the science of how children learn, how physical exercise and nutrition contribute to many domains as well as healthy habits. A mature philosophy grown created a child development professional with an unending enthusiasm for the joyful experience of interacting with children knowledgeably to create best outcomes. Skills • A holistic approach is considered in daily learning experiences with a balanced sampling of objective elements offered daily. A life with many interests and hobbies, encompassing the arts of our world, nature and animal care brings much to share, wherever it Read more maybe, inside or out. • Connecting emotionally with the children to create a bridge opening up receptivity for learning in an environment that feels safe with this guardian who is trusted, bolstering confidence and engendering feelings of self-worth. • Flexibility and creative thinking to adapt when needed as situations demands, whether it be due to the needs and preferences of the children, families, natural occurrences or an emergency. • Partners with families as the #1 authority on their children. Invites and shares information and insights about our main focus, the child. • Ethical principals of honesty and accountability. • Health and safety is a priority whether it be by participating in exercise or mindfulness activities, modeling healthy eating habits and manners, teaching self preservation, or creating an environment with all the children's needs and restrictions. Bachelor of Arts, 1992, Southern Utah University, Cedar City, Utah Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate Credential, (CDA) original credential date 2004, renewed-expires March 1, 2023 Level 10 Career Ladder with Utah Registry for Professional DevelopmentHeartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED expires July 27, 2021 Utah Food Handler's Permit expires June 22, 2023 Background Screening Utah Dept. of Health/ Child Care Licensing Program, BCU Caregiver ID 3860818L ex. 10/21
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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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
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$15-$20/hr for the first child, $1 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Overnight care
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
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Special needs expand
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Delayed Speech
- Administering Medication
- Bathing
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Art Composite
Graduated Southern Utah University 1992
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
- Co-worker Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- English