Babysitter Available in Sandusky, OH: Taylor G.

$22/hr

8 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Taylor and I have been working with kids since one of my first jobs as an Assistant Daycare Teacher at Child’s Creative Development Center. I instantly fell in love with working with kids. Inspiring them, imagining with them and watching them grow and develop throughout our time together. I hold a BFA in Theatre Performance from Niagara University with minors in English, Education and ASL & Deaf Studies. I was on the path to my Masters in Theatre Education when I got an offer to be the Company Manager and Seasonal Performer at Hersheypark. Since, I have been working in this field. I would love to continue working with kids as a side hustle when I’m in the area/not on contract. I was CPR & First Aid trained in the past and can get recertified. My ASL is intermediate but I am trying to brush up again, I was very good before! I love playing, going on adventures, and giving them a safe space to express themselves, have fun and be kids! Let’s connect :)

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BUFF, NY Open/flex thru Aug 30. Occasional avail Tues, Wed through Oct. Open avail Nov. SAN, OH Mon-Wed: open/flex Sep 22 thru Oct 30. 6am-6pm pref, can flex! Some thu/Fri/sat evenings w prior notice!

Occasional work

Live-out

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a babysitter?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

Other

Own transportation

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

8 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)

More About Me

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

Assistant Teacher/Supervisor/Lead Summer Camp Counselor at Child’s Creative Development Center in Tonawanda, NY for 3 years. Summer Camp Counselor and Main Actor in Repertory Theatre for Young Audiences at Niagara University. Substitute Teacher at Lewiston-Porter CSD, K-[phone number hidden]. I am a Teaching Artist teaching tools of theatre and performance at various professional Buffalo theatres including Theatre of Youth and Second Generation. I create lesson plans and bring ideas and nuance to each workshop/session/class. I want every kid to get something out of it, even if it’s just having a good time. I have occasionally babysat for close friends, relatives and some people who I have connected with through mutuals. I have always found myself gravitating toward teaching and working with kids.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Pretend/imaginative play
Going to the park, aquarium, zoo, museum, farmers market, etc! Even just going on a walk if it’s nice out to get out of the house and stay somewhat active!
Watching a movie (actively!), I like to discuss what’s happening in the movie as it’s happening in order to help them process and understand what’s going on (age dependent of course). I find it’s good to make commentary and ensure the kids stay engaged through the movie. It helps activate your brain instead of just turning it off. Although sometimes, you need to do that too. Balance is key.
Make new recipes together (age dependent)
Color, crafts, new skills, etc.
I love being active and engaged and will keep up with their energy rather well. I usually can match the energy of the kids and meet them where they’re at on a given day. If we need to just chill, we can! If we want an adventure, let’s go! I’m down to fit the needs of your kid(s), family and lifestyle as much as I can :)

My experience with special needs children...

I have cared for a wide range of children with varying special needs. I have had the most experience with the children on the autism spectrum. From children who are nonverbal to kids who talk your ear off! Because I worked with such young kids, I am now able to pick up on early signs of children who may need extra services/intervention/testing, etc. I think early intervention is very important and so it meeting children where they are at. Especially those with special needs. The way they see the world may be a little different than neurotypical folks, but they are still growing individuals who need love, care, patience, kindness as well as the space and courage to make their own decisions and discernments about the world around them.