Mara M.

Meet Mara

• Speaks French and Spanish
• Comfortable with pets
• Has a car

I'm a 26 year old college graduate who recently moved to the DC area. I'm looking to work part-time as a babysitter during the day, and occasional weekends. I've been babysitting for over 5 years for many different families, and some families for the entire period.  I'm warm, friendly, fun, and nurturing- but I'm not afraid to set boundaries and act as an authority figure.  Here's an example of my babysitting style/system: One family (who I worked with for 3 years) had three high energy children that could never agree on an activity and all competed for my attention. I made sure to choose interactive movies that engaged all three when there was poor weather, or we would go outside and play balloon soccer (I'd blow up a balloon and you play soccer/kickball and its not allowed to touch the pavement.) I always made sure to discuss subjects of interest Read more to all three kids, ask questions and not leave any child out. The family was quite upset when I told them about my move and what it meant for their babysitter options.   I'd be a good fit for almost any family, although I get along best with parents that are involved and active in their children's lives, who are perhaps amicable and have a good sense of humor.   

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