Paula A.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 10 years paid experience
- Nanny in Manassas, VA 20110
- 13 miles, will travel 25 mi
Meet Paula
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
***Note: I am available to begin my new role by July 1st, as my current position comes to a close at the end of June, when the child I am currently caring for starts daycare. *** My name is Paula Abrew, I’m a professional nanny with 10 years of experience in different ages, but I specialize in the care of infants and toddlers. I’m looking for a family that values an independent, self-starter person, a family that can also provide the tools necessaries to bring creative and educational activities for the children. I value a home organized where I can contribute to upkeep the system already implemented. SKILLS AND SERVICES: Over the years I have developed my knowledge and skills, which allow me to provide services like: *Potty training. *Sleep routines and separation challenges. *Picky eaters. *Behavior challenges. *Meal prep. *Arts and crafts. *CPR/First Aid certified adults, infants and toddlers. Read more *Children related light household duties. *Caring multiple kids, including twins. ABOUT ME: I consider myself: * An easy going person, respectful and proactive. * Patient. * Organized and good at communicating. * Responsible, punctual and reliable. * Pets, books and outdoors’ lover. * Provide SCREEN FREE care. I’m currently working on my NBC Newborn Care Specialist certification.. On my personal time I love spending time with my dog, doing crafts, drawing, cooking, playing video games, reading a good book, going for walks. CURRENT FAMILY: - Van Scoy’s Family (June 2022- June 2024) Responsible for one boy at the time he was 10 months of age, scheduled Monday through Friday from 8am to 4pm. •Baby care including feeding, burping, changing, and playtime. •Preparing nutritious meals/snacks as needed. •Cleaning and organizing child’s related areas, including laundry. •Provide a safe, educational, loving, and engaging activities and nurturing environment. •Assisting with introduction of solid foods, sleep training and establishing consisting feeding and sleep schedules. •Encourage age appropriate social skills and independence. •Maintaining a nanny log app and verbal communication with parents about child’s day. •Daily activities: walks, story time, game, and crafts. ( We spent a lot of time outside!!! as he grew older).
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 07/30/2022
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 07/30/2022
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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, afternoons, evenings and late nights
Nanny
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/1/24
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/1/24
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$25-$35/hr for the first child, $3 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+)
Education
Graphic Design
Attended
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Spanish