Selma C.
Looking for full or part-time work as a nanny.
- 7 years paid experience
- Nanny in Felton, CA 95018
Meet Selma
- Comfortable with pets
I am a caring and enthusiastic nanny passionate about creating a nurturing environment for children to learn and thrive. I believe early childhood education is foundational, which is why I incorporate educational activities into daily routines. I am artistic and enjoy making arts-and-crafts projects with the children I care for. I am also very active and a huge nature lover. As an avid reader, I encourage children to develop a love for reading and teach early reading skills. I am also very health-conscious and strive to teach and model good nutrition habits. I am an experienced childcare provider with 6+ years of experience, having cared for babies, toddlers, young children, and tweens. A child's social and emotional development is a crucial area I focus on; teaching emotional intelligence, social skills, and emotional regulation is very important to me. I also consider myself skilled at creating routine and structure, and I Read more am very good at following and maintaining previously established rules, schedules, etc. With my experience caring for infants and toddlers, I am adept and knowledgeable when it comes to feedings, mealtimes, diaper changes, potty training, sleep/naps, baby-led weaning, bath/night routine, and providing mental stimulation during wake windows. The childcare philosophy/approach I am most closely aligned with is gentle parenting. As a hired professional, I also try to match and emulate my employer's parenting style, making modifications and asking for/receiving feedback. As a former sociology student, I like to take an evidence-based, scientific approach while, in tandem, using my bubbly, positive, and sunny disposition to bond with the children and create fun memories. Learning, fun, and safety are my top priorities. I am very outgoing and social, and I make a point of engaging with the unique interests and hobbies of the children I care for to ensure entertainment, fun, growth, and the building of a strong nanny-child relationship. I have excellent communication skills and believe that establishing a good parent-nanny relationship is key. Over the years, I have had great relationships and friendships with my employers and would be happy to provide many glowing letters of recommendation. My hours are flexible, and I am ideally seeking a position with a minimum of 20 hours per week and a maximum of 40. I am moving to the Santa Cruz area (Felton) at the very end of Sept and will be able to start work at the beginning of Oct.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 01/08/2025
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
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CPR certification
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Availability
- 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
- Open availability on weekdays (M-F)
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 11/30/26
Experience
Willing to care for 2 children per sitting
$30-$35/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Assist with setting a routine
- Mother's helper
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
Education
Sociology
Attended University of Massachusetts - Amherst
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