Karina S.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 10 years paid experience
- Nanny in Chicago, IL 60608
Meet Karina
- Speaks Polish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I love working with children in every way. Whether its taking them out to the park, helping them with homework, or reading them stories before bed. After working with kids for years, I've realized that it's the littlest things that count most to them. All children are different and have their own needs and I'm always willing do what I can to fulfill that need. I love teaching what I know and being a positive impact for local families. Childrens' futures are important, and to them I can be more than only a babysitter, but also a friend. I am a student at UIC and have a 3.5 year old son. I always thought I was prepared for motherhood after being the "handy dandy assistant" big sister and babysitter for over a decade. Boy, was I wrong- now that I have been a full-time hands-on mother for a few years, Read more I see how nothing can prepare you for the roller coaster that involves those sleepless nights, diarrhea finding a way in your hair, discovering last week's missing drink coasters in the living room vents, and everything in between. :) So parents, I come prepared for any type of challenge! ** My schedule changes each month, but I am usually available for last minute appointments, weekday outings, early weekends etc. The unexpected tends to conveniently occur at the absolute wrong time, so I try to do what I can to provide some relief during times of desperation throughout parenthood. I have a reliable car (and a little sidekick that makes a great playdate), so if you need an extra source of back-up saved on your phone, I can usually come by within the hour (I reside in Pilsen). Of course the sooner in advance, the better, however due to my consistently changing availability, I might not be able to commit to something that's routine. Whether you cant take the day off work when your child gets the flu overnight or just feel like having that spontaneous late-night getaway with the spouse on a random Tuesday, I am only a quick call/text away. :) Feel free to message me anytime for my contact info or if you have any additional questions, thanks!
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 08/20/2015
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Not reported
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CPR certification
Not reported
Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
Nanny
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 3/14/16
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 3/14/16
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$10-$15/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
- 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
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Down Syndrome
- Hearing Loss
- Visual Impairment
Education
Currently attending University of Illinois at Chicago
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- 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
- Polish