Debra H.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 8 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Berryville, VA 22611
Meet Debra
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
My varied background with children of all ages, and my education provide a wealth of experience and knowledge that will enrich any home. In the past, I have been a nursery school teacher, provided childcare in my own home, was co-director of an elementary age after school program and summer day camp, and I was Christian Education Director at two churches, teaching children of all ages and multi-age groups. I homeschooled my two boys for 10 years. Currently, I am a professional pastel artist, and have taught pastel art classes to elementary age children. My educational background is an MA In Marriage, Family and Child Counseling, with a special emphasis on counseling with children. I am in good heath and am energetic. I enjoy creating an atmosphere of fun, easily engaging with children on their level. I love sharing my excitement for life with children, and also creating a peaceful, Read more nurturing environment where they can feel secure. I can assist with all daily activities, supporting the care of your children in your home, and can also help with tutoring and teaching. It would be a great privilege and blessing to walk alongside you, assisting you in caring for your children.
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Enhanced Criminal
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Not reported
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CPR certification
Not reported
Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings and afternoons
- Daytime care availability during summer months
Nanny
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 2/19/23
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 2/19/23
Emily R.
9/22/2024
Debbie is wonderful! She has been sitting for us weekly for a year and has developed a beautiful bond with my preschooler. She loves to do art projects, teach nursery rhymes, and play games. She is very creative and it’s always fun to see what cool idea for she will bring next time she comes! She also has babysat for my older three children who have enjoyed their time with her. Debbie is extremely reliable and conscientious and had been very accommodating with the changing nature of our schedule. She is a clear and direct communicator and a pleasure to be around. Thank you Debbie ?
Julie L.
7/24/2023
Debbie is amazing! She was our Mary Poppins and treated my son as her own. Debbie is very prompt and dependable. We appreciated how engaging and attentive she was. We feel very fortunate to know Debbie and consider her part of our family.
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$16-$25/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
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Special needs expand
- Social/Emotional
- Alzheimer's
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Administering Medication
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Feeding Tube
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
Education
M.A. Marriage, Family and Child Counseling, Emphasis Counseling with Children
Graduated Antioch University 1983
References
- Friend Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies