Nannies of the Rockies - Profile Details

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Part Time

Boulder, CO 80301
"I have babysat since I was 12 and been a nanny for about 6 years. With this experience, taking care of children comes fairly naturally, and I feel that I have skill with navigating many situations that can arise. As I go through a counseling program, I have become interested in human growth and..."
DESIRED SALARY: Negotiable LANGUAGE(S) SPOKEN: English; Spanish
Personal
Education
Employment
Experience
Philosophy

Interested in permanent:Nanny, Permanent
Nanny, Summer

Available for:Part-time

Live-in/Live-out?Nanny, live-out

Desired weekly schedule:I currently am available Sundays, Mondays, and Saturdays for on-call babysitting, day time and/or evenings Starting in early May, I will be available part time Tuesday through Saturday from 9 am until 8 pm.

Salary range:Negotiable

Currently in school?Yes

Can stay one year?Yes

Prefer Summer only? Yes

Willing to work with the following types of children: Infants
Toddlers
Preschool
School age

Smoke? No

Would you work with a family that does? No

Driver's license? Yes

Own transportation? Yes

Willing to do additional tasks: Yes

Are pets ok: Yes

Any allergies: Yes

If yes, please list: I am allergic to cats. Dogs are okay.

Languages you speak? English
Spanish

Primary language? English

Can swim? Yes

Have children you would like to accompany you: No

Would you consider a Share a Nanny Situation: Yes

Level of education: I have a Masters degree in Education with a focus in Creative Arts. I am currently in a second graduate program for Dance/Movement Therapy and Counseling Psychology. I have always been interested in the arts, and am loving bringing expressive arts and psychotherapy together.

Additional skills or certifications: CPR, I am also an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach through Institute for Integrative Nutrition in New York and a certified 200 hour Certified Yoga Teacher through Nosara Yoga Institute in Costa Rica.

I'm also willing to work as:
BABYSITTING   TEMPORARY   OTHER SERVICES
Babysitter
Elder Care (non-medical)
  Daily
Overnight
Hotel
Summer
Travel
Weddings
Group
  Pet Sitter
House Sitter
Gardening
Tutoring
Party Assistant

Experience: I have worked as a babysitter since age 12. I helped raise my younger sister, and babysat through high school. As a nanny, I have cared for a five-year-old, six-year-old, six-month old, one year old, and twin two year olds. I have also worked with kids as a camp counselor, ski instructor, and tutor.

Experience with the following age groups: I have babysat children from infant up through 12 years old, and am comfortable with all ages.

Interests and hobbies:I love spending time outside in nature, hiking in the warmer months and skiing during the winter. I enjoy writing, art, yoga, dance, and meditation practices. I have a passion for living a well balanced lifestyle, including exercise, and social connection. I am also a fan of creativity and the expressive arts. I am currently on track toward working as a therapist.

Describe your childcare style:I believe in giving a child choices. Instead of forcing the child to simply do something, I try to create options within something that the child really needs to do but is resistant towards. So I might say, “Would you rather bring your bunny or teddy bear when we leave the house?” This way the child has some choices within a situation that they do not like. I am not into punishment, short time outs are sometimes helpful for some children, and I like to frame them as personal space. Some children respond best when I redirect the focus from something upsetting to something fun or exciting. Others respond well to having a conversation about a behavior or situation that's difficult. I like getting to know each child as an individual, and tailor my style to their unique needs and personalities. I work with parents to find consistency and a good approach for each individual child. Ultimately, I believe in respecting the wishes of the parents and working together in being consistent with their style of parenting.

What activities do you like to do with children:I enjoy spending time outside playing, taking walks, and going on adventures. I enjoy arts and crafts projects, baking when age appropriate, and making up fun games. I enjoy reading books to kids, and challenging children appropriately at their level of learning and growth. As a movement and dance oriented person, I love doing things that involve movement!

Why are you interested in working as a Nanny or Babysitter? I have babysat since I was 12 and been a nanny for about 6 years. With this experience, taking care of children comes fairly naturally, and I feel that I have skill with navigating many situations that can arise. As I go through a counseling program, I have become interested in human growth and development, and find that the new skills I am developing are applicable and helpful when it comes to working with children.

What qualities are important in a Nanny or Babysitter?I believe that punctuality is important for any job. Maintaining patience and calm with kids is important, as is empowering children to make choices and learn from various outcomes. It's important to maintain safety and be aware of the children. It's important to engage with the kids, letting children know I am there for them as a reliable and trustworthy adult figure.

Additional comments:Thank you for considering me as a babysitter or nanny, and I look forward to meeting your family!