Live-In Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Muskegon, MI: Kiesha R.

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Muskegon

$12.48/hr

1 year of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi my name is Kiesha

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Everyday 5:00am - 12:30pm

Full-time

Live-in

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Other

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

1 year 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 worked as a part-time nanny for a family with two children, ages 3 and 5. My responsibilities included preparing meals, organizing educational activities, and ensuring a safe and engaging environment. I developed daily schedules that incorporated playtime, learning activities, and outdoor adventures, fostering both creativity and physical activity. I also managed light household tasks, such as laundry and tidying up after playtime, to help the family maintain a clean and organized home. Additionally, I volunteered at a local community center, where I assisted in a program for children aged 6 to 10. I helped facilitate arts and crafts sessions, organized group games, and supported children in their homework. This experience allowed me to develop strong communication skills and learn how to manage diverse groups of children, catering to their different needs and interests.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

1. Arts and Crafts: Engaging in creative projects like painting, drawing, or making crafts helps children express their creativity.
2. Reading Together: Sharing stories and reading books aloud fosters a love for reading. You can have themed reading sessions or even act out characters to make it more interactive.
3. Music and Dance: Singing songs, playing musical instruments, or having a dance party can be a great way to engage children and promote physical activity while having fun.
4. Games and Puzzles: Board games, card games, or puzzles can be a fun way to develop critical thinking and teamwork skills.
5. Building and Construction: Using building blocks, or Legos You can set challenges, like building a specific structure or creating a themed design.
6. Role-Playing and Imaginative Play: Engaging in role-playing games, such as playing house, superheroes, or other scenarios, allows children to use their imagination and develop social skills.

My experience with special needs children...

In my experience working with special needs children, I have had the opportunity to support and engage with children who have a range of developmental and physical challenges. This experience has allowed me to develop a deeper understanding of individual needs and effective strategies for providing care and support. One of my roles was as a volunteer in an inclusive classroom setting where I assisted a teacher with children who had varying needs, including autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, and learning disabilities. My responsibilities included helping to implement individualized education plans (IEPs), providing one-on-one support during lessons, and facilitating social interactions among peers. I learned to adapt activities to ensure that every child could participate meaningfully, whether that meant modifying tasks or providing additional resources.