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Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny

  • 15 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Saint Louis, MO 63116

Meet Ava

  • Speaks English and French
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

Hello! My name is Ava Altman, I am 32 years old and a college graduate. About a year ago I moved back home to Saint Louis to settle down after living on the East Coast for many years working in creative and advertising production. I began my graduate studies in library and information science before moving. Now, I'm seeking a role that will allow me the flexibility to continue advancing these skills outside of work that is joyous and meaningful. Working with children compliments my curious and creative nature. I am patient and kind with a great sense of humor. Moreover, I understand the significance and seriousness of watching and caring for young humans, maintaining balance and security while retaining order and remaining compassionate. Recently I have began using sitter city as a resource to match with families and have so far had wonderful luck! My most recent experience was Read more was with a family with a special needs child and her brother, an experience that encouraged me to find more work in this field! As a preteen and teenager, I worked regularly as a babysitter and mother’s helper. During college, I worked as a camp counselor for the YMCA. In my early 20s, I took time off college to be an Au Pair in Ireland and Paris. I have had a broad range of experiences working with infants and children of various ages as well as children who struggle with certain limitations or disabilities. As an individual, I’m communicative, reliable, creative, energetic, and passionate. I’m fun while also mindful and respectful of parental wishes and instructions. Please don’t hesitate if you have any questions, and I sincerely hope to hear from you! All the very best, Ava PS Though I do not wish to list their information on this platform, references are certainly available upon request! :)

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Availability

Babysitter

  • Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
  • Daytime care availability during summer months
  • Before and after school care availability

Nanny

  • Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
  • Willing to consider either a part time or full 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 6/26/24

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Experience

Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting

$25-$40/hr for the first child, $5 for each additional child

  • Infants (age 0-11 months) expand

    • Assist with setting a routine
    • Mother's helper
    • Occasional care
  • Toddlers (age 1-3)
  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)
  • Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
  • Special needs expand

    • Cognitive Disabilities
    • Physical Disabilities
    • Social/Emotional
    • Asperger's Syndrome
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
    • Cerebral Palsy
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Mental Illness
    • Mobility Challenges
    • Tourette Syndrome
    • Administering Medication
    • Assistance With Transportation
    • Bathing
    • Dressing Assistance
    • Feeding Assistance
    • Grooming and Hygiene
    • Mobility Assistance
    • Positive Behavioral Support
    • Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)

Education

Medieval History and minor in French and Latin Literature

References

Additional services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Swimming Supervision
  • Crafts
  • Potty Training
  • Travel with Family
  • Willing to run errands as needed
  • Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
  • 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
    • French

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