Catherine Petrillo - Hiring in Alva

Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Alva, FL: Catherine P.

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$25/hr
10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hello, wonderful families!

The search for the perfect nanny stops here because I bring a unique blend of skills, passion, and heart to every family I work with. As a certified teacher with special education experience, I'm not just a nanny-I'm an educator, mentor, and cheerleader rolled into one! I specialize in creating engaging learning experiences tailored to each child's needs, and I offer help with homework, boost confidence, and make schoolwork a breeze.

But that's not all! As a certified yoga teacher, I can sprinkle a little mindfulness and movement into our days. Whether it's calming yoga stretches, breathing exercises, or playful movement activities, I ensure the kiddos feel happy and ready for whatever comes their way.

I'm all about fostering a safe and exciting environment where kids can grow and thrive. From creative crafts to tutoring sessions I make every day as special as the children in my care.

I can't wait to be the person who helps your little ones shine!

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Weekdays 8:00am - 6:00pm
Full-time
Live-out

Age Groups

Infants
Toddlers
Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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References

Aug 2018 - May 2020

Kelly Green
"We feel so lucky to have had Mrs. Cathy as part of our family. She cared for and taught our three kids with so much love, patience, and creativity. From fun, hands-on learning activities to creating a safe and happy environment, she helped our kids grow in confidence, curiosity, and academic skills. Mrs. Cathy was reliable, organized, and always had remarkable insight into stages of development. She became such a positive influence in their lives, and we’re incredibly grateful for everything she’s done for our family. We can’t recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for a wonderful nanny."
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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation
Light housekeeping
Meal prep
Special-needs experience

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
Infants (0-11 months)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

I have public school and nanny experience.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I like to taylor activities to each family. But I love outdoor time, crafts, and educational games that kids don’t even realize they are learning.

The most important part about being a nanny...

Safety is always my number one concern.

My experience with special needs children...

I’m a Florida Certified Special Education Teacher.

The most important part about being a nanny...

The best moments I have are when the children I nanny for learn something new. To see the “aha” moments is priceless. It’s the teacher in me.

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