Karin F.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Alexandria, VA 22304
Meet Karin
- Speaks French and Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! My name is Karin. I have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Development and 7 years experience in child care. I love working with children, and am currently a full time nanny for a 5 month old baby boy. I frequently babysit during the evenings and I've also done some work during the summer months at a local day care taking care of toddlers in a group setting. I am a substitute teacher sometimes at the Montessori School of Northern Virginia, as well. As a nanny and day care employee, my job has included taking 3 to 5 kids on weekly field trips to the zoo, pool and museums, and teaching Spanish and simple French. I enjoy playing fun and enticing games with energetic kids and I am experienced in infant care. I am a responsible and trustworthy caregiver, while understanding and stimulating the needs of children.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 03/28/2019
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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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
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Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Before school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 11/30/17
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 11/30/17
Kathleen F.
1/31/2019
Keiada T.
1/25/2019
Karin, was great ! My daughters loved her, the had a blasted . Karin is very reliable and caring. I would love to have her as a babysitter again.
Sittercity Parent
5/9/2018
Very kind and responsible. Our kids enjoy spending time with Karin.
Sittercity Parent
2/19/2018
Stephanie F.
10/5/2017
Karin is wonderful! Very kind, considerate and great with kids!
Sittercity Parent
9/27/2017
Karin was great! Will definitely book her again!
Sally F.
8/28/2017
Great job! Will use her again!
Sittercity Parent
8/26/2017
Karin was wonderful. She was on time and responsive when I called. My daughter has been a little difficult as of late and she rolled with the punches, got the kids fed and put them down with ease. Would happily use her again.
Sittercity Parent
5/27/2017
Karin was wonderful handling our four kids all under 5! She was prompt and asked questions when she arrived to make sure she knew the expectations. We booked this day of when we needed a last minute sitter and I was pleasantly surprised with the entire service and Karin. Two thumbs up!
Maricarmen K.
4/24/2017
Laura Y.
3/20/2017
Karin was prompt and professional; for whatever reason our son (3) didn't take to her.
Sittercity Parent
3/11/2017
Karin was great with our 2 kids (4 and 6). Would definitely book her again!
Gemma S.
11/21/2016
Heather S.
11/20/2016
Karin was punctual, kind and very friendly. I will definitely ask her to babysit again.
Sittercity Parent
11/11/2016
Sittercity Parent
10/22/2016
I'd have Karin back to sit in a heartbeat. She was right on time, the kids had fun, and an easy bedtime. Very happy parents.
Sittercity Parent
9/11/2016
Karin was awesome! We had a brief over the phone introduction and I sent her an email outlining my children's Saturday night routine which includes dinner, board games, arts and crafts, book reading. She did a fantastic job of keeping with our no screen time rule and keeping the kids entertained! She was very nice, easy going and appeared happy. Highly recommend!
Lara H.
4/24/2012
Karen was responsive to my emails/texts, showed up on time and overall we had a good experience with her.
Maureen P.
3/2/2012
Karen was a regular (twice a week) babysitter for my infant daughter, and continues to sit for us in the evenings/ weekends. My daughter was three months old when Karen started, and she is always fantastic with her. My daughter cried quite a bit at separation at first and Karen worked to distract her with age-appropriate activities, like looking in mirrors and out the window. Karen was responsible and on-time.
Sheryn A.
3/1/2012
Karen has been our afternoon nanny for the last 2.5 years. She took care of our 2 boys - now 5 and 8. She is very responsible, patient and warm-hearted. She would play with them, take them to the park, and other various activities. She was also great with helping my 2nd grader with his homework. Occasionally, Karen also took care of our kids late in the evening. She would put them to bed and read them stories. I highly recommend Karen for any type of child care.
Candace S.
1/21/2012
Karen took care of our 3 dogs when we went on a cruise for a week. She left a detailed log of each of our dogs and even spent a few extra hours one night when one of our dogs seem himself. I'm very grateful for someone who cares about our dogs as much as we do and would not hesitate recommending her to others.
Laura C.
1/11/2012
Karen is fabulous! She has been a nanny for my son since he was 2 months old. He was not an easy baby and she handled it beautifully. It is obvious that she loves children and is incredibly kind and patient. She is ALWAYS on time and is mature beyond her years. It has been a pleasure to have Karen as a nanny.
Ann V.
1/7/2012
Karen was a great babysitter who I will use again and again. She is prompt, personable, and great with kids. I love the way she interacts with my toddler -- she gets down on the floor and has a great time. I highly recommend her!
Greta G.
10/11/2011
Karen babysat our 6 yr old and 6 month old daughters once.for the evening. She was prompt,courteous, and well-groomed, but more importanly took great care of our daughters while we were out for the evening.. Our six year old said she had great fun, and our infant appeared well cared for. I would recommend her immediately.
Sharon L.
6/26/2011
We have used Karen as our babysitter many times over the last few years. She is warm, responsible and great with kids and pets. I would highly recommend Karen to care for your children or animals. She is a wonderful person who you can trust!
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$15-$20/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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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+)
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Special needs expand
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Diabetes
- Hearing Loss
- Visual Impairment
Education
Early Childhood Development
Northern Virginia Community College 2013
References
Additional services
- Potty Training
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework