Katherine S.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 20 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Leander, TX 78641
Meet Katherine
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
My name is Katherine Sloat I'm 37 years old, and I am a wife and proud mother of four wonderful daughters. I have been working in the childcare industry for 25 years, with 15 of those years dedicated specifically to being a nanny. Caring for children is truly my passion, and I feel blessed to have built a career around helping little ones grow, learn, and feel loved. I bring a calm and patient presence, along with strong organizational skills and a focus on keeping both children and their environment safe, clean, and structured. Families can count on me to be reliable and punctual, with the consistency children thrive on. I have extensive experience with infants, toddlers, and school-aged children, and I enjoy supporting children through every stage of development. I am also very comfortable with pets, as I have both dogs and cats of my own. I understand the Read more importance of creating a home environment where children and animals feel secure and cared for. As a mother myself, I know how much trust it takes to welcome someone into your home to care for your children. I strive to be not just a caregiver, but also a supportive and dependable extension of the family.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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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
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Available to start on 8/17/2026
Asha S.
6/14/2026
It has been a very long and special association with Katie. She cared for our older child years ago, and we were incredibly fortunate to have her return to care for our younger one six years later. Our family feels truly blessed that both of our children had the opportunity to be loved and cared for by Katie during their earliest years. Katie treats the children in her care as if they were her own, and both of our kids absolutely adore her. She is exceptionally professional, always punctual, reliable, and communicative. We always appreciated how openly she shared updates about their daily activities and development. Beyond providing outstanding childcare, Katie helped with meal preparation and baby-related household tasks, making our lives so much easier. Her years of experience were invaluable—whenever we felt stuck, whether with sleep regressions, teething, or other parenting challenges, she always offered thoughtful suggestions and practical solutions. One of the greatest joys has been watching the beautiful bond she shares with our baby. Katie is incredibly trustworthy, and we went to work with complete peace of mind knowing our child was in the best possible hands. She took our baby on walks, prepared meals, helped establish healthy sleep habits, and lovingly cared for her even when she was sick. Simply put, I cannot imagine getting through our baby's first year without Katie's support, expertise, and genuine love. She has been an irreplaceable part of our family's journey, and we will always be grateful for the care she has given our children. Any family would be lucky to have her.
Chris T.
5/29/2026
Katie (Katherine, I suppose, if we're being formal) was an incredibly meaningful and helpful contribution to our family. We hired Katie during a very challenging time for us, and she was wonderfully flexible and accommodating with our needs. She was great with our kids, did way more than her fair share of cleaning, and was honestly nice to have around. When I think of Katie, I think of someone who is independently capable of doing any ridiculous thing my family needed. I trusted her entirely, and think she would be a good addition to your family too.
Barbara K.
5/24/2026
Katie started to work for us during a transformative time in our lives. It was the birth of our fifth child that required someone with a specific skill set. Someone who was able to step into a house manager position. Katie was managing older kids, activities, maintaining the home, meal prepping, and being of assistance with a baby during the first year of life. She was always punctual, reliable, and went above and beyond to run the home as if it were here own. Everyday she was thinking ahead of ways to make our daily lives run more smoothly.
Jackie L.
5/20/2026
We were fortunate to have found Katherine (“Katie”) as our first nanny for our daughter. As first-time parents, we were worried and terrified of everything, but Katie was incredibly patient and reassuring with us from the very beginning. With her expertise, especially when it came to paced feeding for our daughter, Katie handled everything like a true professional. She played so well with our daughter and always interacted with her in such a warm, engaging, and attentive way. Because of how naturally and confidently Katie cared for our daughter, we immediately trusted her and never once doubted that she was in great hands. Katie was also excellent at following our schedule and was always flexible whenever we needed to make changes. She was very respectful of our household, consistently professional, and always punctual. On the rare occasion she was running even a minute late, she would text me immediately to let me know. One thing we especially appreciated was how thoughtful and hygienic she was without ever needing reminders. She would always wash her hands upon arriving and again before handling any milk or bottles. Katie is truly a gem and would be a fantastic addition to any family. We wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a caring, reliable, and trustworthy nanny.
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$28-$30/hr
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Infants (age 0-11 months)
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
Education
Nursing
Attended Inver Hills Community College
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Potty Training
- Light Housekeeping
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework