Kate F.

Meet Kate

• Certified Nursing Assistant
• Speaks Spanish
• Comfortable with pets

Greetings :-) In addition to graduating from college with an Elementary Education degree and an interest in Early Childhood Education, I have had quite an extensive career as a nanny and babysitter which I've loved from the start! Always with an openness and willingness to learn and work hard, I began at the young age of 10 as a mother's helper diligently taking care of her 18-month-old little daughter and infant baby boy. I was a nanny for the Summer before college watching a 3-year-old little girl and her infant baby brother. During my college years, I was a summer day camp counselor for 6&7-year-olds and an after school sitter for two girls, ages 4&9. I coordinated play dates, recreational activities, art projects, beach and park outings, cooking&baking, introduced and read books, and supervised homework study. With all my experience, I am comfortable with a variety of ages! I have Read more also volunteered as a catechist in my parish religious education program in which I taught 3rdand5th grade. It was a lovely experience because we stressed the importance of impressing upon children a sense of empathy, trust, forgiveness, gratitude and a desire to give back in service, thereby encouraging personal growth and a sense of inner peace. It is important to take into account the child as a whole person of mind, body, and spirit to nurture in them a healthy balance. I believe children work to their full potential with lots of patience and gentle encouragement to always persevere and never give up, along with plenty of positive feedback and constructive criticism focusing on their strengths to remediate the weaknesses. Nurturing in children a positive self-esteem and inner strength is crucial for their ability to connect with themselves and others. I have observed they thrive on consistency and structure while being mindful of the importance of remaining flexible and adapting to their needs when the situation calls for it. I can speak, read, and write basic Spanish. Love cats and dogs! I am certified as a Newborn Care Specialist as well as in Infant/Child CPR and First Aid training. I enjoy working with young people because it's the chance to teach and model mutual respect, thoughtfulness and consideration for others thereby making a positive impression. I'm an honest and trustworthy, energetic and enthusiastic team player who would consider it an honor to work along side you aiming to provide the best quality of care for your child/children! My best, Katie

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