Kellen K.

Meet Kellen

• Speaks Spanish
• Comfortable with pets

Hi, I am Kellen (they/them), & I am a nanny with decades of diverse childcare experience, from newborn to teen & including special needs & Montessori teaching. My base rate is $25/hour, with some negotiability. I am seeking new clients to fill a couple days (Monday and Saturday, possibly other times available), either part time or occasional, in Chicago & nearby areas (no actual end date, app has a limit). I do not drive. I am CPR + first aid trained. I have worked with large families, LGBT+ families, & children & adults with disabilities, chronic illness, neurodiversity, & special needs. I have worked with & support diverse cultures & ethnicities; I support all immigrants. I have worked as a Montessori school teacher, a household manager, & home-schooling. I can do light housework & basic meals, tutoring & homework help. I am pet friendly & willing to do some pet Read more care. I live with cats & dogs. I do not smoke. I wear a mask & practice covid caution. I am in contact with immunocompromised people so I only perform minimal sick care. I am looking to work in a relatively clean environment. I believe in modeling mutual respect with the child, assertive & gentle childcare that fosters both independence & community, teaching the child the reasons for rules & the natural consequences & providing them choices, & teaching & modeling consent, boundaries, & emotional regulation. I use redirection & positive re-reinforcement, I do not believe in punishment. I am strongly against spanking. I believe it is important for kids to have consistency & security. I believe in fostering a healthy relationship with food, a healthy sleep schedule & ample time for active & unstructured play. I like to engage the kids in a variety of fun, creative, & educational activities /outings catered to their interests & growth. In working with clients some things that are important include a clear establishment & maintenance of professional boundaries, mutual respect, active & open communication, & shared values include working for an equitable society. I've worked as a freelance journalist, an ophthalmic tech, & a food service worker. I also enjoy hosting game nights, & participating in mutual aid in the community. Resume/References available upon request.

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