Paula D.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in South Bend, IN 46635
Meet Paula
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hi! My name is Paula, and I’m a mom, college student, and experienced childcare professional with many years of experience caring for children of all ages. My background includes nannying, babysitting, working in preschool settings, and supporting children in an elementary school environment. I’m currently pursuing my bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education because working with children is something I truly enjoy and hope to continue doing throughout my career. I also work as an Educational Assistant with Penn-Harris-Madison, where I support students throughout the school day with academics, routines, and individualized needs. Before working in the school system, I spent years nannying and babysitting for families, along with working at The Goddard School with children from infants through preschool. These experiences have given me a strong background in child development, age-appropriate activities, routines, and creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children. I’m also a mom of three, including Read more my newborn daughter. I’m looking for a family who is comfortable with me bringing my newborn along while I provide care for their children. I think this can be a really wonderful setup, especially for families with younger children, because they get the opportunity for social interaction while still receiving attentive, one-on-one care. I’m very comfortable managing multiple children, maintaining routines, and making sure every child feels seen, included, and cared for. I love getting outside, reading, doing crafts and activities, playing, and finding fun ways for children to learn through everyday experiences. My goal is always to create an environment where children feel safe, loved, encouraged, and excited to learn. I’m currently looking for a childcare opportunity that fits within my school and work schedule. I would love the opportunity to get to know your family and provide your children with the same patience, care, and attention I would want for my own.
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 12/19/2018
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Basic Criminal
Never run.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 12/24/2018
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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
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Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings and afternoons
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Has a child who needs to accompany care provider on the job
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 11/8/24
- Has a child who needs to accompany care provider on the job
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 11/8/24
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$18-$25/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
Education
Attended
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies