Opal M.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Taos, NM 87571
- < 1 mile, will travel 15 mi
Meet Opal
- Speaks English
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I am a nanny with 6 years full-time experience with children ages 4 months to 11 years old. I also have babysitting and mentorship experience with older children and teens. I approach nannying with a lot of love and care for the whole family, and create safe, nurturing, learning-rich environments in which children can thrive. As a poet and writer (MFA from the University of Minnesota), I love to engage children’s imaginations with story, song, and other creative expression activities. I follow children’s curiosity, building their inner confidence that they are seen, heard, and valued, and encouraging a love of learning that can last a lifetime. I value nature connection and love exploring the outdoors. I affirm and encourage emotional expression according to each child’s developmental stage, and teach emotional regulation and social skills. My training and life experience also includes time as a college writing instructor, a yoga teacher, Read more a birth/postpartum doula, as a student of embodiment practices, and world travel. I weave the richness and learnings of these experiences to my work as a nanny, offering a warm and loving connection that can complement and support relationships between parents and children. My deepest childcare intention is one of unconditional love and acceptance. Patience for the kind of day we happen to be having today. A ready sense of humor, and a willingness to be flexible, to learn and grow from our days together. And with parents, clear communication and receptivity to the unique needs of your family. I am CPR + First Aid Certified through the American Red Cross, and have excellent long-term references I can share upon request.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 06/26/2014
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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
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- After school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 12/24/19
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 12/24/19
Gillian T.
2/4/2020
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$20-$22/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Assist with setting a routine
- Overnight care
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
Education
Creative Writing (Poetry)
Graduated University of Minnesota - Twin Cities 2011
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- 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
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies