Laura O. - Seeking Work in Cathedral City

Babysitter Available in Cathedral City, CA: Laura O.

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Laura O. was verified on Dec 30 2025
$20/hr
10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I am a dedicated educator, program leader, and mother of four with over 20 years of teaching experience in Palm Springs Unified School District. My professional background includes extensive work with diverse learners, informed by both my classroom experience and my role as a parent to an adult child with Autism. In addition to my work in education, I founded and operated a private, year-round swim team in Palm Springs for seven years, overseeing program development, instruction, and athlete growth. My career reflects a strong commitment to youth development, inclusion, and building programs that support students both academically and personally.

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Weekdays 9:00am - 1:00pm
Part-time
Occasional work
Live-out

Age Groups

Infants
Toddlers
Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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References

Oct 2024 - Aug 2025

Janeska
"I have had the privilege of working with Laura for the past year and a half through my daughter’s swim team, and I can confidently say she would make an exceptional nanny. Laura is patient, attentive, and incredibly nurturing with the athletes she coaches. She creates an environment where children feel safe, supported, and encouraged to do their best. I’ve personally seen how she connects with my daughter — balancing structure and discipline with kindness and genuine care. She is dependable, responsible, and communicates clearly with both children and parents. Laura consistently demonstrates strong leadership, sound judgment, and a natural ability to guide young people in a positive direction. My daughter not only improved in her swimming skills under her guidance, but also grew in confidence and character. Any family would be fortunate to have Laura caring for their children. I highly recommend her without hesitation."
*Contact information available upon request

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation
Special-needs experience

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)

More About Me

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

I was the owner and head coach for Elite Otters Swim Team in Palm Springs from 2018 until last summer (June 2025). During this time, I taught stroke technique, building endurance and sportsmanship skills.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

reading
swimming
playing games
completing homework
exercising

The most important part about being a nanny...

is being flexible and building relationships with the family.

My experience with special needs children...

My adult son (age 21) has Autism and lives at home.

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