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Mon 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Tue, Wed, Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:00am - 12:00pm
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Age Groups
Infants
Toddlers
Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers
Qualifications
Certifications
Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified
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Own transportation
Light housekeeping
Meal prep
Special-needs experience
Work Experience
4 years of experience caring for:
Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
More About Me
Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...
I previously have babysat for local families in High school. I worked at a summer camp the last 2 summers as a cabin leader (ages 2-16), I also volunteer at my church with day care for infants and 2/3 year olds, and I have worked at Ames Community Preschool (ages infancy-5yrs) since January of 2025!
Activities I enjoy doing with children...
I love going on walks to local parks, baking, cooking for them, and playing fun games indoor/outdoor!
The most important part about being a nanny...
The most important part about being a nanny is creating a space where a child feels genuinely safe, seen, and supported. It’s less about managing a schedule and more about building trust—being the person who listens closely, celebrates small victories, and offers steady guidance on the harder days. To me, being a nanny means showing up with patience, empathy, and consistency, and helping children grow into confident, curious people who know they are cared for.
My experience with special needs children...
I have babysat a toddler with Down syndrome in high school and he was so loving and kind!
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