Valerie F.
Looking for work as a babysitter.
- 6 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Brandywine, MD 20613
- 5 miles, will travel 15 mi
Meet Valerie
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! I am a recent college graduate, looking to utilize my experience as a babysitter with a loving family. With aspirations to become a Pediatric Dentist and provide quality childcare, I believe my honest and caring nature will equip me to become an asset to your family. I truly believe in the adage "It takes a village to raise a child", and see myself as an example of the impact non-family members can have on the growth of caring, respectful children. My love for children extends far beyond anything I could have ever imagined. I enjoy working with children so much because they allow you to view the world in a different light. As adults, sometimes we get so boggled down by the weight of our responsibilities, we miss out on the simple joys of life. Being around children, we get to experience and contribute to their innocent, youthful spirit. Read more This contribution, along with the joy of witnessing the growth of a child, is why I became a caregiver and why I love my job. From 2010-2015, I worked for a family who has 3 beautiful daughters, ages 10, 7 and 6 (present-day). I prepared and provided nutritious meals, planned activities and outings, as well as engaged the children both physically and mentally with educational games. In addition to working with this family, I also volunteered twice a week with The Homeless Children's Playtime Project. As a screened and trained volunteer, I helped provide weekly activities, healthy snacks and the opportunity for children at emergency and/or transitional housing sites to learn and play. I have experience working with newborns, toddlers, primary-school age children and pre-teens. I anticipate an opportunity to meet with you and further relay the value I could bring to you and your family. Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. Please feel free to contact me if further information is needed.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 05/03/2015
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 04/28/2015
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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 and afternoons
- Before and after school care availability
Amy V.
7/12/2015
I absolutely LOVE Valerie! She has been working with my family for about 5 months now, watching my 8 month old son for 20 hours a week. She is a stellar caregiver. She is constantly talking with my son, playing with him, singing to him, finding ways to support his physical development, etc. She follows instructions to a T, and she is very smart and reliable. I cannot say enough good things about her!
Deanna L.
2/27/2015
I had hired Valerie to watch my daughter for a few hours. She was very professional and asked questions to make sure she had all the info she needed. Valerie was very friendly and my daughter was comfortable with her right away. She interacted very well with my daughter. I would hire her again.
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$17-$23/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
Education
Biology
Graduated Howard University 2015
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
- Friend Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- 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
- Science
- English