Helen A.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 10 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
- 1051 miles, will travel 10 mi
Meet Helen
- Special Education Certification
- Speaks Arabic, Other, and Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I absoluetly love kids and have babysat for all ages of children including some that are in high school. I am a former high school teacher, that's learned to provide structure as well as learned the great art of patience with all children. I am very flexible and can handle any sort of directions left for me for your children. I can whip up dinner with practically nothing and I consider sitting a learning experience for myself in interacting with children. I'd love to hear from you!
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 04/13/2015
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 08/29/2015
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 04/12/2015
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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 afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider either a part time or full 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 8/29/15
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider either a part time or full 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 8/29/15
Nick & Mia P.
1/7/2015
We loved working with Helen and highly recommend her. She's smart, kind, prepared, playful, and keeps things clean. Thanks, Helen!
Crystal M.
7/9/2011
Helen is absolutely phenomenal with young active children. My husband and I are both law enforcement agents and very cautious parents, seeing Helen interact with our three year old son gave us the peace of mind we needed to enjoy nights out. Helen always came over with ideas on how to keep our son busy and did very well with our regimented routine. We wish we could keep her all to ourselves but she's so good we had to share! Crystal
Jennifer A.
6/10/2011
My kids loved Helen! We needed a sitter to watch our kids at the hotel while in town on business--Helen was perfect! She got the kids up and away from the TV, supervised homework and led art projects. She arrived on time and came prepared! My kids and I would highly recommend Helen.
Chantelle K.
5/25/2011
Helen did a great job with my infant twins! It was the first time I had left them with anyone other than family and I was very nervous. They both took to her immediately. She is very animated and bright. I only wish I was able to have her for more hours over the summer!!!
Shannon G.
1/4/2011
Helen has been babysitting for my three children, ages now 2, 4, and 6, for the past year and a half. She is extremely dependable and trustworthy. My kids love her and warmed right up to her the very first time she came. She was able to make even my baby, with very severe allergies and eczema, feel comfortable. I highly recommend Helen!!!
Shannon R.
5/10/2009
Michele D.
1/31/2009
We will definitely ask Helen to sit for our daughter again! She seemed fun and energetic and our daughter took to her instantly. We hesitated giving her a great review because we want to keep her all to ourselves! :)
Jackie E.
8/5/2008
Helen is awesome. She helped me take care of my 9 month old son this summer for the month of July. She was absolutely awesome and my son loved her from the moment she walked through the door. We always looked forward to her return everyday. Helen has a lot of energy and was very entertaining. She played with my son and took him out for walks, swimming and to Kangazoom. I would have given anything to keep her but she had to return to her teaching job after the summer. Helen, thank you so much for all your help this summer. I would definitely like to have you back next summer if you are in town. Jackie E.
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$14-$20/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+)
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Special needs expand
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Physical Disabilities
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Delayed Speech
- Down Syndrome
- Dyslexia
- Epilepsy
- Mental Illness
- Seizures
- Sensory Integration Disorder
- Visual Impairment
- Administering Medication
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Politcal Science and Arabic, Education
Graduated Harvard University 2012
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