Amya B.
Looking for work as a babysitter.
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Port Allen, LA 70767
Meet Amya
- Comfortable with pets
I love being a sitter because I enjoy making kids happy and creating fun memories. There's nothing more rewarding than seeing their smiles and knowing I've made their day special. I have experience organizing special treats like cake and ice cream for kids in class, which has taught me a lot about planning and managing events for children. My skills include excellent communication, patience, creativity in planning activities, and a strong sense of responsibility. Additionally, I have completed training in child safety and first aid, ensuring that I can provide a safe and enjoyable environment for the kids in my care. Handling challenging behavior in children requires patience, understanding, and consistent strategies. Here’s how I approach it: 1. Stay Calm: It’s important to remain calm and composed. Children often look to adults for cues on how to react in stressful situations. 2. Understand the Cause: Try to understand the underlying Read more reasons for the behavior. Is the child tired, hungry, or feeling overwhelmed? 3. Set Clear Expectations: Clearly communicate the rules and expectations. Make sure the child understands what is acceptable behavior and what isn’t. 4. Positive Reinforcement: Use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior. Praise and rewards can motivate children to behave well. 5. Consistent Consequences: Apply consistent consequences for challenging behavior. It’s important that the child knows what to expect if they break the rules. 6. Redirect Attention: Sometimes, simply redirecting the child’s attention to a different activity can help diffuse challenging behavior. 7. Teach Problem-Solving: Help the child develop problem-solving skills. Teach them how to express their feelings and find solutions to conflicts. 8. Model Good Behavior: Children often imitate adults. By modeling good behavior, you can show them how to act appropriately.By using these strategies, I aim to create a positive and supportive environment where children can learn and grow.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
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Basic Criminal
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Motor Vehicle Records
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First aid certification
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CPR certification
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Availability
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$15-$100/hr
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Infants (age 0-11 months)
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)