Part-Time Child Care Provider Available in Alexandria, VA: Mikaila W.

$20/hr

4 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Mikaila, and I love taking care of kids. I have about five years of experience caring for children, including watching my nieces, nephews, and cousins since I was eleven and working as a part-time nanny for the past two summers. I’m very comfortable and experienced with young children and genuinely enjoy caring for them . 💗

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Everyday 3:30pm - 11:00pm

Part-time

Live-out

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

References

Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

Challee

"Mikaila was an amazing nanny for my baby girl. She would play lots of games with my daughter and took her and my dog on daily walks. My daughter loved her so much. She would get the biggest smile when Mikaila came every day. As a mom it made me feel so good knowing that my daughter felt happy and safe with her. Mikaila also helped out with the laundry, dishes, and some light cleaning which is a huge help. She also took such good care of my two dogs. I highly recommend her!"

*Contact information available upon request

Qualifications

Other

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Work Experience

4 years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

More About Me

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

Swim instructor for more than 300 children. Redcross Certified LifeGaurd/CPR. Was a nanny for a family that contacted me through here, you can check my references!

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I absolutely adore hanging out with kids and having a blast with them. Some of my top picks for activities to do with them are board games, park visits, baking yummy cookies, crafting up a storm, and reading awesome stories. Seeing their faces light up with happiness and joy when we're having fun together and creating happy memories is just priceless! I truly believe that spending quality time with children is essential for their growth and development, and I always make it a priority whenever I can.

The most important part about being a nanny...

In my experience, the most important part of being a nanny is building a strong and trusting relationship with the children in your care. It's essential to take the time to get to know them as individuals, understand their unique needs and personalities, and provide a safe and nurturing environment where they can thrive. As a nanny, you also play an important role in supporting the parents and helping to maintain a happy and healthy household. It's a challenging but rewarding job that requires patience, empathy, and a genuine love for children.

The most important part about being a nanny...

My favorite nanny moment was when I took the kids to the park and we had a picnic under a big oak tree. The sun was shining, the birds were chirping, and the kids were laughing and playing. We had sandwiches, fruit, and juice boxes, and we even brought a frisbee to toss around. It was a simple, but perfect day. I loved seeing the kids so happy and carefree.