Karyn S.
Looking for work as a babysitter.
- 15 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Meet Karyn
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification
- Special Education Certification
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! I am a dedicated Special Education teacher in a local public school district with a Master of Science in Education and an MBA. I bring a passion for creative, individualized learning and a deep understanding of children’s unique needs. With all required certifications—including CPR/First Aid, trauma-informed care, and VDOE-mandated trainings—you can trust that your child’s safety and well-being are my top priorities. I am a proud mother of four and a grandmother to six, including twins, ranging in age from newborn to seven years old. This personal experience gives me a unique perspective on the emotions and challenges parents face when entrusting their children to someone else. Whether you’re working hard to provide for your family or taking much-needed personal time, I am committed to providing peace of mind. My goal is to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children feel happy, and parents feel confident. I’m Read more also available to assist with homework and learning activities. If you’re looking for a caring, qualified, and responsible babysitter, I would love to fill my spare time helping your family.
Trust & safety
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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
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 evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- After school care availability
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$30-$100/hr for the first child, $7 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
- Physical 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
- Cancer
- Cerebral Palsy
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Diabetes
- Down Syndrome
- Dyslexia
- Epilepsy
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Defects
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Mobility Challenges
- Premature Newborn
- Visual Impairment
- Administering Medication
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Assistance With Transportation
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Feeding Tube
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
- Repositioning
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- 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
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies