Ashley W.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 20 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Austin, TX 78726
Meet Ashley
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification
- Experienced Doula
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
*Currently in Chicago, moving to Austin in June 2025* I am an early childhood professional with years of experience in many different aspects of childcare. I have my degree in Early Childhood Education with a Special Education Endorsement and recently completed a DONA certified postpartum doula training. I have worked with children my entire life! I started babysitting for other families in my neighborhood when I was 9 years old and eventually turned it into my career. I enjoy being creative and silly with the children in my care while ensuring their safety. I encourage their development through observation and then planning activities to help them advance to the next stage. During the summer, I enjoy creating "bucket lists" of fun activities to create an engaging and exciting summer full of activities that incorporate fun, community service, education, and adventure. During daily interactions, I encourage good manners, talking about feelings, Read more responsibility for themselves, and maintaining a fun & positive environment full of laughs, hugs, and silliness. I take great pride in my abilities and responsibilities. I am relocating to the Austin area this spring and am excited to explore the new area! I was born and raised in the Midwest. I enjoy cooking, reading, camping, trying new creative experiences, and spending time with my dog.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Completed 04/28/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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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
Babysitter
- Generally available evenings, late nights and weekends
Nanny
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/28/25
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/28/25
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$30-$40/hr
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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)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
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Special needs expand
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Delayed Speech
- Diabetes
- Down Syndrome
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
- Premature Newborn
- Seizures
- Administering Medication
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Dressing Assistance
- Insulin Injections
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Early Childhood Education
Iowa State University
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