Level of education: Certificate in Early Childhood Education plus many years of hands-on experience. Some infant ASL and working on improving that skill. Some Italian words and phrases.

Additional skills or certifications: CPR and First Aid Certifications. Extensive experience with Type 1, (insulin dependent), diabetes as my now 24 year old son was diagnosed at the age of 5. Current in Flu, Covid and Whooping cough vaccinations. Some infant ASL and working on improving that skill. Some Italian words and phrases.

Experience: I have an extensive background in childcare beginning at the age of 19. I worked for a bit as a cosmetologist, but that circled right back around into a kid's haircutting business. Shortly after I became a mom of 2 boys and was lucky enough to be able to stay at home and raise them. More often than not, I was asked to keep other children because I was home with mine. Once my sons were in school, I was free to care for little ones during the day. Any house manager skills I have were managing my own home. However, I am capable of meal prep, grocery shopping, kid laundry and small household tasks that do not take my attention away from the children.

Experience with the following age groups: Infant, Toddler, Preschool and School age.

Interests and hobbies:When not working you can find me reading, crocheting, working out and hanging with my boys, my dogs, or with my friends.

Describe your childcare style:Unless the family uses a specific parenting style (which I will always follow), I use Jim Fay's Love and Logic approach. It is an approach to behavior from a loving standpoint that also encourages children to be an active participant in recognizing their own behavior patterns and feelings. I am a very hands-on, down-on-the-floor nanny that likes to tap into a child's interest in order to maximize their learning potential. I prefer a structured schedule as kiddos thrive on knowing what to expect. I do this with the parent's schedule in mind of course! You will find I thrive on teachable moments.

What activities do you like to do with children:Infant activities: singing, reading, dancing, tummy time, growth and development activities, baggie fingerpainting, sensory toys and activities, snuggling, walks outdoors Toddler activities: reading, singing, dancing, rhyming, shape and color recognition, coloring, painting, arts & crafts, sandbox play, small motor and activities for hand-eye coordination, open-ended play such as magnet tiles or building blocks, helping clean up messes, trips to the park Pre-school age: reading, dancing, singing, rhyming, play-dough, alphabet letter recognition and sounds, number recognition and number sense, tracing and correct placement of writing utensils, cutting practice, open ended arts and crafts, seasons, weather bear, feelings & empathy, emotional self-regulation, outdoor activities and nature walks. Ages 5-7: reading out loud, make your own playdough, beginner cooking skills, board games, hopscotch, follow the leader, STEM activities, bike riding, swimming. - Ages 8-10: reading, write your own ending, ninja courses, scavenger hunts, bike rides, try a new sport or skill, card and board games. Ages 10-13: help plan, make and clean-up dinner. Puzzles, comic book writing, science activities, nature journaling. Ages 14-18: Gaming, coding, sports, hiking/picnics, bowling,

Why are you interested in working as a Nanny or Babysitter? I enjoy working as a nanny because I have yet to find another job where tiny humans impact my level of joy more than they will ever know. I love teaching kids as well as watching them learn and make connections from their own observations.

What qualities are important in a Nanny or Babysitter?Open communication, reliable, patient, follows parents directions, loving and nurturing are just a few.

Additional comments:I don't over-react, or stress about disruptions. Above all, I feel the most important traits in joining a family are communication, honesty and transparency.