Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Somerville, MA: Jill T.

$25/hr

6 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

As a theatrical professional, I've worked with kids of all ages and backgrounds for 6 years. From infants to teenagers, I have had the privilege to work with each age group. Because of my artistic background and my knack for keeping a home, I am ready to lend my skills to a family who needs help (and some fun)! I also come in handy as a personal chef; specializing in healthy and delicious meals for the whole family. Skilled in music, literature, outdoor sports, and languages, I offer extra curricular activities and tutoring upon request!

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Weekdays 6:00am - 6:00pm

Full-time

Live-out

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License

CPR

First Aid

Other

Car

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special needs

Work Experience

6 years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

High-schoolers (13-17 years)

Adults (18+ years)

More About Me

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

I work as a choreographer, director, teaching artist, and camp counselor for kids as well! A lot of my child care experience comes from the theatre, and I have received fantastic training from some of Boston's top theatrical professionals.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

INDOOR:
- music lessons! piano, bass guitar, drum kit, voice
- baking! cookies, cakes, an occasional soufflé (if I can get it to rise)
- reading! teaching them to read OR re-reading their favorite books
- acting/comedy! I love teaching the kids all of my favorite theatre games

OUTDOOR:
- soccer! I played for 5 years, and would love to scrimmage (safely, of course)
- baseball/t-ball/softball! I also played for 5 years and can teach the kids the rules of the game
- fairy houses! this is super popular for kids who love imaginative outdoor games

The most important part about being a nanny...

I think it's fostering open and honest communication with the family, and truly caring for one another. A nanny is an extension of the family, and I think overall respect and care for each other as well as the kids are really important.

My experience with special needs children...

I have cared for kids with:
- ADHD/Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Anxiety Disorders, Social Anxiety included
- Eating Disorders
- Depression, Bipolar Disorder and Mood Disorders

Every year, I make sure to continue to educate myself on each of these disorders so that I can not only accommodate the kids I care for, but make the job a little bit easier on the parent. By being empathetic, understanding, and patient, I have been able to successfully care for kids with any of the disorders listed above. Through continued education and accountability, I do my best to provide safe and trauma-informed care.