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Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny

  • 12 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Newtown, PA 18940

Meet Melissa

  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

I am an experienced babysitter/nanny who has been caring for children for twelve years. The age groups that I have cared for range from infant to teenager, ages 7 months to 16 years. Most of my experience has been babysitting, though I have had full-time jobs, each involving three children. The first job was with children ages 6, 9, and 13. I also cared for these children when they were ages 9, 12, and 16. One of these children had a brain tumor, which was thankfully removed, but he had some behavioral problems. The second job was with children ages 3, 5, and 6. I fell into becoming a caregiver, and I loved it. My first babysitting job was with another girl when we were 11 and caring for her younger siblings. After that I began babysitting some children regularly, including a set of rambunctious twins. I have also cared Read more for a child with autism. I love working with children and making them smile. To me, the most rewarding thing about working with children is watching how quickly they grow. It's an unusual statement, but I really love seeing a child catch onto something they were struggling with in the past. I am an excellent caregiver for several reasons. Not only am I responsible, but I am also reliable. The only times I have been unable to come to a job have been for debilitating illness. I love arts and crafts and imaginative play. Often the two go hand in hand. For instance, making a sock puppet and then putting on a puppet show, or making a paper hat to parade around in. One of my favorite activities with children is story-time. I am also a fan of music, especially singing. I am CPR and first-aid certified, including infant CPR. I have a valid driver's license and a clear background check. I am comfortable with meal preparation and bedtime, as well as light housekeeping and animals. I look forward to meeting you and your children!

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Availability

Babysitter

  • Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends
  • Daytime care availability during summer months
  • Before school care availability

Nanny

  • Willing to consider a part time position
  • Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months) employment
  • Available to start on 1/2/2017
  • My availability is valid through 2/2/17

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Experience

Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting

$10-$15/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child

  • Infants (age 0-11 months) expand

    • Mother's helper
    • Occasional care
  • Toddlers (age 1-3)
  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)
  • Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
  • Special needs expand

    • Cognitive Disabilities
    • Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
    • Asperger's Syndrome
    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
    • Administering Medication
    • Applied Behavior Analysis
    • Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)

Education

Rider University

Additional services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Swimming Supervision
  • Crafts
  • Potty Training
  • Willing to run errands as needed
  • Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
  • Homework expand

    • Finishing homework
    • Checking answers
    • Studying for a test
    • Proofreading
    • Basic math
    • Pre-algebra
    • Elementary science
    • Earth science
    • Science
    • English

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