Kaela M.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 10 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Chicago, IL 60657
- 1725 miles, will travel 3 mi
Meet Kaela
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification
- Speaks English and French
- Comfortable with pets
Hello Chicago parents ! I’m Kaela and I’m 28 years old and I am a Senior at Columbia College studying filmmaking in various technical aspects and YES am fully COVID VACCINNATED and TRIPLE BOOSTED w PFIZER! I have larger history in childcare prior to my move to Chicago in 2021 where I worked through the pandemic in a reputable houseless shelter in Seattle called Mary’s Place. Prior to the pandemic my experience jumping off nannying since my teens turned into au pairing in France for 2 years as well as tutoring in English. Ryther Child Center in Seattle was one of the last inpatient facilities catering to theee kids before I unfortunately saw it’s decline due to lack of care and attention by the local government for these kiddos- I was furious for them to say the least. Through this job I was certified in trauma informed care and de-escalation Read more to prevent these kids from harming themselves and other kids and adults around them. As I mentioned I was an au pair and I lived in north France near Mt Jura and then moved down to Nice and continuing tutoring and continued school in French literature with my visa extension. So I speak French as well as English. My passions are playing music, writing and generally picking up a camera or sound equiptment and making something beautiful. My childcare philosophy is very play-based and explorative, I don't believe in punishment by shaming and comparing their behaviors to any orher “standards”. I am definitely neurodiverse and very proud of that. My goal is when a child is not doing a desired task or refusing to, I like to get in there head and keep a flat and factual affect so that the child may think for themselves and learn their own boundaries that work for them and I will adapt accordingly because I respect a child's mind as I would an adult's and of course check in with parents about their methods so we can stay consistent with them. I have been working with children for roughly 10 years now and i always come out of each job having learned so much about the child, a new sense of family dynamics and new ways going forward to better communication. I hope to be working with you soon :) Little fun deets about moi, Im heavy involved in the arts and I freelance outside of nannying, I am goofy and queer and i am a huge EMPATH so you know your kids are loved and paid attention to 10000% with me. If you have any more questions just message me I’m happy to chat :)
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 06/30/2014
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 11/14/2023
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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 and afternoons
- 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
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 6/2/23
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 6/2/23
Melinda B.
1/8/2016
We lived in Seattle for a year and found Kaela on Sittercity. I am super careful with my kids and always feel nervous hiring off of a web service vs. the recommendations of friends, but we move all the time so we rely on Sittercity. Kaela is AMAZING. Hands down this girl is magic with the kids. She is so much fun to be around, she is always bubbly and energetic. The kids enjoyed exploring Seattle's downtown with her, reading books, playing, ALL THE FUN THINGS. I wish I could bottle up Kaela and keep her with me always, but since I can't I HIGHLY recommend her to all you other families looking for quality care.
Kate T.
6/27/2014
Children of all ages are drawn to Kaela. My 3 year old daughter, our 4.5 year old neighbor and most of the kids in the neighborhood love it when Kaela is working at our place. She is reliable, personable, honest, caring, and creative. I could not have asked for a better caretaker for my two children! Kaela is easy to get along with (for children and adults) and brings her energy every day to the job. I highly recommend Kaela M!
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$23-$25/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
- 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
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Diabetes
- Hearing Loss
- Hydrocephaly
- Learning Disabilities
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Bathing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
Education
Film studies
Columbia College Chicago 2023
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- 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
- English
- Essay writing