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Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny

  • 8 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Seattle, WA 98155

Meet Katherine

  • Speaks German
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

I received a Bachelor of Arts, from The Evergreen State College, emphasizing in education and performance art. During this time, I gained familiarity with Washington State Common Core Standards and also alternative teaching methods. Since graduating in June 2014, I have completed over 60 hours of volunteering as a teachers assistant at Hansen Elementary and one full of year of training disabled youths, with the organization Project Search. For the last two years, I have held the the position of Site Director for the YMCA, providing before and after school programs for children K-5th grade. I was responsible for oversight of the day-to-day operations for before and after school program, including planning, coordination, and supervision of the program (20-30 children) to ensure that families receive quality child care services. I lead fun activities, provided snacks, assisted with homework and ensured overall safety and well-being for every child. During this time, Read more I also babysat for multiple families in Olympia, lead Samba dance classes for children at Lincoln Elementary and taught Zumba, dance and sewing workshops during YMCA camps. Currently, I am working at Latona School Associates as a Teacher’s Assistant in the afternoon’s. I enjoy leading art, science, cooking and movement activities for the children and being a support system for the teacher. I am passionate about childcare, development and creating a safe, positive and playful for all children. My trainings include: STARS 20 Hours, CPR, AED AND Basic First Aid, Child Abuse Prevention, Safety and HIV, Emergency Preparedness and Epi-Pen Training and most recently Building Resiliency; Trauma informed practices for students.

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Availability

Babysitter

  • Generally available evenings, late nights and weekends
  • Daytime care availability during summer months
  • Before and after school care availability

Nanny

  • Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
  • Willing to consider a full time position
  • Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
  • Start date is flexible
  • My availability is valid through 10/15/21

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Experience

Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting

$15-$50/hr for the first child, $3 for each additional child

  • Toddlers (age 1-3)
  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)
  • Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
  • Special needs expand

    • Cognitive Disabilities
    • Physical Disabilities
    • Social/Emotional
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Autism
    • Delayed Speech
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Administering Medication
    • Dressing Assistance
    • Grooming and Hygiene
    • Positive Behavioral Support
    • Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)

Education

Education

Graduated The Evergreen State College 2014

References

Additional services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Swimming Supervision
  • Crafts
  • Travel with Family
  • Willing to run errands as needed
  • Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
  • Homework expand

    • Finishing homework
    • Checking answers
    • Studying for a test
    • Proofreading
    • Basic math
    • Pre-algebra
    • Elementary science
    • Earth science
    • English
    • Essay writing
    • Social studies
    • German

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