Cari S.
Looking for work as a babysitter.
- 15 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Lansing, MI 48912
Meet Cari
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hi there, I'm Cari and helping children grow is my passion! For the past year I have worked at an insurance company to allow me a flexible schedule to pursue a degree in Elementary Education. Before this I nannied for a family and worked as an assistant teacher at Sparrow Childtime in Lansing. Some of my responsibilities include leading both small and large group experiences, planning and teaching fun and developmentally appropriate lessons, and of course caring for children. I have learned so much from working so closely with children and their parents everyday, especially when it comes to the child's personal development. I have been babysitting for over nine years and I have had six families that I babysat regularly. When I babysit, I like to bring a craft or activity that suits the child's personality, interests and is developmentally appropriate. I also clean up any mess we make Read more and tidy up around the house if asked. I also cook, can drive children to and from different events, will run errands and can stay overnight or weekends if needed. In addition I have also volunteered at a nursery for teen mothers, worked at Lansing Parks and Rec during the summer, and have worked with the Girl Scouts by starting troops in schools around the Lansing School District. Girl scouting has a special place in my heart as I was a member from kindergarten until I graduated high school. Throughout my time as a scout I volunteered at shelters around Lansing, earned both my Bronze and Silver awards, and helped lead Brownie meetings. I take the responsibility of caring for children very seriously and I make sure that the child and parents are happy, safe and satisfied. I understand that choosing who you leave your child/ren with is one of the biggest decisions a family can make. If you feel like I would be a good fit for your family I would love to speak with you!
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 04/25/2017
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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, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Before and after school care availability
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$15-$25/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
- Physical Disabilities
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Delayed Speech
- Down Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
- Mobility Challenges
- Premature Newborn
- Administering Medication
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Repositioning
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Elementary Education
Attended Lansing Community College
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
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies