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Adalie M.

0 years paid experience
13 miles

$20–25/hr

🌸 Babysitter Available in Southern Michigan 🌸 Bronson, Coldwater, Sturgis, and more areas Hi! My name is Adalie Swieton Sakura Fox, and I am 18 years old. I am a friendly, calm, patient, and creative babysitter with previous daycare and volunteer experience. I have worked with children ages 1 through 8 in a daycare setting, including toddlers and elementary-school-aged children. I have also volunteered at an elementary school and a middle school. I have completed multiple verified Michigan childcare training courses, including health and safety training, safe sleep training, transportation training, and ongoing health and safety coursework. My experience includes: ♡ Playing with children and keeping them entertained ♡ Arts, crafts, drawing, and creative activities ♡ Learning games and helping children practice ♡ Potty-training assistance ♡ Changing diapers ♡ Preparing simple snacks and meals ♡ Supervising children and maintaining a safe environment ♡ Keeping children’s spaces clean and organized I have limited experience around an infant, including helping prepare formula and briefly supervising the baby. However, I am currently offering independent babysitting for children ages 4 and older and am not offering infant care at this time. I am available for shorter jobs, full-day babysitting of up to 8 hours, and possibly longer when it fits my schedule. Rates: $20 per hour for one child +$3 per hour for each additional child Rates may vary depending on the duties and level of care required. Please feel free to message me privately with: ♡ Number and ages of the children ♡ Days and times needed ♡ How often you need a babysitter ♡ Duties and expectations ♡ General area—not your full address at first Proof of my completed childcare training can be provided privately. My exact location and travel range will also be discussed privately. Babysitting at my home may be available for one child only. This would only be arranged after an interview and discussion of safety, routines, scheduling, and household expectations. For two or more children, care would need to take place in the family’s home. Email: adalieswietonsakurafox@gmail.com

$20–25/hr

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Charles H.

2 years paid experience
12 miles

$15–22/hr

Use this one — it's the one that will get you the most jobs in Shipshewana: > Hi, I'm Charles — 22, local to Shipshewana. I've been babysitting toddlers (ages 1-4) for 5+ years for several families in the Shipshewana / Middlebury area. I have a military background, infantry to be exact, I'm reliable, respectful, on-time every time, and parents say they trust me because I communicate well and treat their kids like family. Local references and background check available. Happy to do a quick meet-and-greet first. >Available for date nights, weekends, and market days.

$15–22/hr

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Pamela R.

15 years paid experience
12 miles

$9–20/hr

I am 34, do not smoke, drink or use drugs. I love children, I have experience as a live-in nanny, housekeeper, homeschool teacher, tutor, and house manager. I read in my time off, and love to foster a love of reading and learning in children. Coming from a background that did not emphasize exercise in children, I understand the need, and try to make things fun while making sure that lots of movement is involved. I believe a nanny should be decisive and able to react quickly to changing situations. She should be knowledgeable and want to share both information and a love of learning. A nanny should be caring, compassionate and yet allow the children to set the pace for how fast to show affection. She should be willing to communicate with the parents and children, offer insights when appropriate, but respect the parent's role and not try to usurp their position. A nanny is there to support the family as a whole, not just care for the children. At this point I have no idea if I am the right nanny for your family. I know what my preferences are, but I have no idea what your family does each day, nor do I have any idea what your children are like. I would love the chance to find out if we are a good fit. While I am open to working long hours, flex schedule and 24/7, I need to have a contract that reflects the family's actual needs. I have a portfolio of resume, career networking and education and other relevant details available on request. I am available for Skype or Facetime interviews by appointment. Phone interviews are available unscheduled, as convenient to the family, between 7 am and 9 pm eastern. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I hope we can discuss how a live-in nanny could help your family.