Kathleen S.
Looking for work as a babysitter.
- 25 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Cincinnati, OH 45230
Meet Kathleen
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello, I'm Kathy a retired Instructor Assistant, and Realtor. A proud mother of 3 grown children and 2 adorable teenage grandchildren. My favorite hobbies are genealogy research and a variety of crafts. Pets are no problem! My 2 dogs Sybil and Titus keep me busy with walks and kisses. I am very loving, patient, and outgoing and love having activities children find fun and entertaining. There is no greater joy than the love of children. I truly love working with young kids, and I approach each child as an individual who I get to help grow. I believe in creating a positive, happy environment for children, one in which they feel loved, protected and can thrive. I look forward to meeting your family and spending time with your children. My success as your babysitter will depend on how comfortable the children feel with me. References- upon request VIRTUS Certificate (Child Read more Protection Training) Archdiocese of Cincinnati My background is in Early Childhood Education with a child care certificate from the University of Cincinnati/ Clermont College. I worked 3 years with the Mariemont School District After School Program, tutoring, arts and crafts, snacks and mentoring. I retired as an Instructor Assistant with the Cincinnati Public Schools after 13 years working with children in grades Pre-K to 8th. The last 2 years I worked with a 12 year old on the autism spectrum. 2007 - 2011 My daughter and son-in-law trusted me as their Nanny until being transferred to Nashville, TN I now share my experience and professional skills with other families. 2015-2016 Child care for the Cincinnati Women's Choir (MUSE) during their weekly practice and concerts. Provided care for infants to 10 year olds with age appropriate fun activities such as games, crafts, and healthy snacks. 2016-2017 Part-time nanny for infant, feeding, changing diapers, singing and rocking, playtime and nap time routine. 2015-2017 After-school care. Pick up from school to activities. Make healthy snacks and meal prep including clean up. Help with homework, crafts and playing board games. 2017-2022 After-school care. Pick up from school, transportation to activities. Homework help, play games, healthy snacks, and baking.
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
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CPR certification
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Availability
- Generally available afternoons
- After school care availability
Frannie T.
7/26/2022
Kathy worked for our family for five years, taking care of our two daughters (then 8 and 10) after school. She picked them up (from two different schools), drove them to activities and appointments, oversaw homework and music practices, as needed. The girls always felt very comfortable with Kathy and she took a genuine interest in them. Kathy was dependable, reliable, and quickly became an integral and important member of our family. (In the years she worked with us, Kathy only missed one day!) As the girls grew up, Kathy easily adapted to their changing needs and schedules. Her positive attitude, willingness to help, flexibility and excellent care was invaluable. It gave us real peace of mind knowing our daughters were so well cared for by someone we trusted completely. Our oldest daughter is now 16 and driving so our after-school needs have changed. We feel so lucky to have had these important years with Kathy! She would be an asset to any family.
Sarah L.
6/28/2016
Kathy babysat for my two girls (age 8 and 10) this past school year every day after school. She has been an excellent after school babysitter. She truly treats them like they are her own children. My husband and I always feel the girls are well cared for and safe when they are with Kathy. It is such a good feeling to know your children are in good hands when you can't be with them. They have a busy schedule and Kathy is at ease with everything - picking them up from school, making sure there homework is done, getting them to activities, healthy snacks, dinner when we are working late, whatever we need. She takes a genuine interest in their lives and activities. She is very dependable and flexible with her schedule. In the entire school year, she never missed a day! We will definitely want her back for next school year!! Thanks Kathy!
Experience
Willing to care for 2 children per sitting
$17-$25/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
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- 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
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Dyslexia
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Administering Medication
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
Education
Early Childhood Education
Attended University of Cincinnati - Clermont College
References
- Client Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- 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
- Elementary science
- Science
- English
- Social studies