Part-Time Child Care Provider Available in Oak Grove, MO: Stephanie C.

$20/hr

10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I have two grown kids, ages 25 and 30. I have worked in an array of positions over the years, mostly in accounting/business admin and childcare/education. I operated a home daycare/preschool from [phone number hidden] while our family was stationed in Virginia. I have always loved spending time with children, teaching them and observing their discoveries. Watching them learn something new is one of my favorite things in life!
I am originally from Missouri. I married my high school sweetheart just after I graduated and joined him in California where he was stationed. We lived in Florida for a short time as the next duty station, then 10 years in Virginia before returning to Missouri in 2003. I am a proud Navy wife to a retired (enlisted) sailor and a proud Navy mom to my son who is serving (officer) in Bahrain.
My personal hobbies are pretty much anything I can learn and do with my hands; most recently it’s been soap making, sewing and stained glass. Next will be wood burning.

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Availability

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Weekends 7:00AM - 6:00PM

Part-time

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Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License

CPR

First Aid

Other

Car

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Work Experience

10+ years 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 have two grown children, a 30 year old daughter and a 24 year old son. I also finally have a grand-baby! I owned and operated my own childcare business from [phone number hidden] (until we moved to Missouri). I have an Associates degree in Education and in Business Administration as well as a Bachelors in Accounting/Financial Management. I have childcare experience basically through my whole life beginning at age 8 when my sister was born, babysitting all through high school, my own kiddos, my preschool structured daycare business, and more. I’ve always had a ‘knack’ for childcare and enjoy spending time with children. Currently, the children in my life include my 2.5 year old grandson and my 6 year old great-nephew. I have another grandson on the way, due in June.. My Fridays are devoted to my grandson while his parents are at work. I also get visits from my great-nephew sporadically for up to 7-10 day visits

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

My back isn’t in as great of condition as it once was so I won’t be roller skating or sledding, but I would be happy to take children to participate in any activities requested. I’m happy to play in the sandbox, sprinklers, at the park, etc. Despite the back issues, I can do floor play, carry and hold the toddlers. My absolute favorite thing to do with children is to WATCH THEM LEARN! It’s such a fulfilling feeling when you visibly see the moment a child grasps a concept or idea.

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important thing for any child is love. Teach them love and kindness so they continue to spread it to others.
I also believe structure/routine is a good foundation for children as it teaches them consistency and allows them to feel safe in their expectations of what happens each day.

I can commit to 2 days per week for childcare. The days and hours are flexible except for Friday when I watch my grandson. If I were to be your consist childcare provider 2 days each week, I would prefer that they be the same 2 days each week as that helps me plan my appointments and activities outside of those hours.

My experience with special needs children...

I have experience with a child diagnosed with PTSD and ADHD. I have also have some experience with a child diagnosed with ODD. So, I have a bit of experience with psychological special needs. I also have a strong educational background in psychology. However, I have not had experience with children with physical special needs over age 2.

My rate is $15 per hour for one child on weekdays and $20 per hour on weekends. Each additional child is an additional $5 per hour.

The most important part about being a nanny...

I’ve never been a nanny. My favorite moments with childcare in general would have to be the greeting (once the child(ren) know me). It’s a good feeling to know they are excited and happy to spend time with me.