Laura Larimer - Hiring in Portland

Part-Time Nanny Available in Portland, OR: Laura L.

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$20/hr
4 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I’m a part-time nanny as well as a mom to a toddler. I like to keep things lighthearted when I work with kids. I’ll often offer to play a silly song so that little ones can dance and get their energy out in a positive way. I also offer both hugs and space, both talking time and cool down time, depending on what kids seem to be communicating that they need in the moment. I typically try to speak to young children without too much “baby talk,” so that they can grow their vocabulary and become competent communicators.

My approach to childcare is informed in part by the ~3 years that I worked in daycare settings. In those environments, I learned a lot about child safety and typical child development. In nannying settings, I’m able to adapt that knowledge to the needs of the specific home that I’m working in.

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Weekdays 6:30pm - 4:30am Weekdays 8:00am - 12:00pm
Live-out

Age Groups

Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

Other

Own transportation
Meal prep

Work Experience

4 years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Infants (0-11 months)

More About Me

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

After school volunteer tutoring through a nonprofit in Manteca, California [minimal hours]

Assistant Teacher at Kings Way Learning Center (Vancouver, WA) [full time]

Assistant Teacher then Lead Teacher at Small World Learning Center (Gresham, OR) [full time]

Note: My CPR/First Aid certifications were obtained during my time working at daycares, and are currently expired. I’m happy to update them upon request.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Indoors, I love doing puzzles or building train sets with kids. I also enjoy setting up sensory play opportunities, if the equipment/materials are available. Reading books in a calm moment is also always enjoyable, as is setting up a short, kid-friendly yoga session.

Outdoors, I love helping kids explore the natural world through leaf collecting and similar simple activities. I try to share as many fun nature facts as I can recall, especially if we’re on a walk. I also love helping kids learn basic sports skills, learning games like tag and "Simon Says", etc. Anything that gets kids active is a win, in my book!

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important part of being a nanny is simply to be engaged with children and to model emotional regulation for them so that they can learn through your consistent example.

My experience with special needs children...

I have limited experience with special needs children. However, I am open to working with special needs children if the family and I both feel that I am the right fit for the job!
I do already have a basic understanding of ADHD and some types of sensory sensitivities as well as sensory-seeking. I’m happy to be educated on other special needs topics that may come up, if needed.

The most important part about being a nanny...

One of my favorite nanny moments is seeing my son and the child that I nanny greet each other in the morning when my son and I arrive at the nanny client’s home. It always amazes me how quickly toddlers build friendships with one another. They can be rowdy at times, but they are also so sweet and naturally affectionate.

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