Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Vail, AZ: Christie Sue T.

$20/hr

10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I've lived in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Arizona. I was born in California, Colorado is my hometown. I've lived in Arizona for about 2 decades now. Some say I'm too optimistic, but I don't see anything wrong with keeping a positive attitude even through the tough times. I except everyone for who they are and don't pass any judgment on anyone. I respect and trust everyone right off the bat until they prove otherwise. I'm just trying to make the best of my life since tomorrow is never promised. I like to spend my time helping out others. I think the world would be a better place if we all were to just pay it forward. I have a huge heart and wish everyone, nothing but the absolute best in life. I love the outdoors and getting to know new people. Dog person all the way, love all dogs (XL-sm). Have any questions, please, just ask and I'll tell you...

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Weekdays 5:00AM - 5:00PM

Full-time

Live-out

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

References

Feb 2022 - Feb 2025

Jordan Slavens

"Christie is always cheerful, patient and kind. She truly has made a personalized experience for my son and he still loves her till this day."

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Jan 2022 - Jan 2023

Stephanie

"Christie was amazing with my daughter, always patient with plenty of activities to keep her entertained. My daughter loved days with Christie."

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License

CPR

First Aid

Other

Car

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special needs

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

Adults (18+ years)

High-schoolers (13-17 years)

More About Me

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

Neighbor's Nanny from age 12-17yrs old, I watched their 2 kids ages 5 and 7, cleaned house, cooked, and helped with homework. I had to deal with a teenager I was not getting paid to watch. He was too irresponsible and made the job challenging at times.
Once I reached 17, I worked as a daycare provider at World Gym for a lil over 1yr. in Colorado Springs, CO. I watched over kids from 6m-12yrs old.
I have never met a baby that doesn't like me. Babies just take alot of patience and people don't realise how in tune they are with our own emotions.
I do have experience with special needs. For 1yr I worked with a client who had the body of an 18yr old and the mind of a 6m old baby.
I helped raise my lil sister for the 1st 10yrs of her life. Then again another 6yrs, of her being a teen and experiencing adolescents.
For a short period of time I worked at L.A. Fitness in their daycare department in Tucson, AZ
Recently have helped out family w/ 6kids ages range from newborns-12yrs old.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Homework before playtime is what I like to have as a routine. It's important that kids are able to be kids. I like all types of games; tag, hide and seek, board games, sports (tennis, soccer, football, baseball, basketball), play dress up, act silly, build forts, whatever the kids are into I'll adjust accordingly. Art and crafts are always fun with all ages except if they are an infant/toddler.

The most important part about being a nanny...

I get to experience all types of culture, beliefs, keeping an open mind to each and every person's world views.
Helping other families feel less stressed about home life. Leaving them with a sense of security, knowing that their kid(s) are well taken care of and also in the comfort and safety of their own home. Without having to stress about the kids or the house, families are able to focus more on their careers. Neither parent should have to sacrifice their dream. You are supposed to be working to live and not live to work. Having an extra hand helps tremendously when your plate is already full. I also think it's important to acknowledge that kids look up to the people they have around them so being a good role model is another important factor. Along with interacting with the kids and not just setting them in front of a TV.

My experience with special needs children...

Autism, blind, in a wheelchair, and where their minds are not quite up to speed with their growth.

The most important part about being a nanny...

While I was working at a daycare inside World Gym, I had an aerobics instructor put her class based upon my schedule in order for me specifically to care for her newborn baby, Caden. It was neat to watch him grow from being just a tiny newborn and transformed into a little man.