Michelle R.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 20 years paid experience
- Nanny in Portland, OR 97202
- 6 miles, will travel 5 mi
Meet Michelle
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification
- Speaks Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Greetings parents! I am looking for weekday hours and will consider a few date nights a week. I reide in SE Portland near Reed College and at this time prefer not to travel too far outside of Portland. I would entertain caring for 3 children in short bursts 2-5 hours at a time. I would consider special occasions if you have a workshop you need to attend or something of the sort. If you feel I could be a particularly spectacular addition to your children's calendar one day or evening a week - please feel free to drop me a line. I can also implement classes for a group of 4-8 children after school in art, writing, dramatic play or theater if you'd like to partner with a group of families to create the perfect 8 week class. Having spent the past 20 years raising my own children and enjoying Read more a vibrant career as a portrait photographer (and family photographer)- I find myself yearning for the energy of babies and younger children. I was an elementary school teacher for 11 years at a school in San Francisco and finished my tenure there after creating and implementing a 12 week summer program for 75 kids around the city. That school is called Presidio Hill School and I am proud to say that many of those children are now having children with whom I am still in touch with- many of them are leaning into me for support and love as they begin their parental journey. I wish they were here in Portland! My intuition tells me that there are a few very special families out there that might perhaps be looking for something more than someone to play cards with. A family who could really benefit from having someone like me around either on special occasions, evenings out or perhaps just two lovely afternoons each week. Here is what I can bring to the table: I bring zero judgement about the way you live or do things if your children are healthy and mostly happy (I think I can help with this and make your life a little easier, too) I am 100% happy to abide by your code and rules. I have no problem towing the line WITH you and I am silly and fun. I can implement homework, art, dance, music, song, cooking, dramatic play or days out seamlessly. We can expel energy healthfully without over- stimulating your children in the process. During nap time (if there is one) I am happy to help with household chores that support you in having an easier day. I GET IT!! I have my own fully insured vehicle and a clean driving record. Thank you for your time, Michelle
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 08/04/2021
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 07/28/2021
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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
Not reported
Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings and afternoons
Nanny
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 10/18/17
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 10/18/17
Christine G.
8/10/2021
Michelle is awesome with my kids! They love her. She's always on time and a delightful person to work with. We've had her for 4 months now and going strong. Fully recommend her.
Experience
Willing to care for 2 children per sitting
$23-$30/hr
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Mother's helper
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
Education
BFA
Graduated Parsons the New School for Design 1988
References
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Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Crafts
- 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
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- English
- Social studies
- Spanish