About me

When I was 11, I took a CPR class because I wanted to become a babysitter. Growing up my mom's friends children were all younger than me, and I loved getting the chance to play with, read to, and make up games with them. It was getting to spend time with those children that made me decide being a babysitter would just be about the coolest thing an 11 year old could do. Since then, I have been working with kids as a babysitter, nanny, teacher, and find it one of the most fulfilling and rewarding things I have done.

As I have worked in various positions: preschool aid, nanny, and teacher, my love for working with children has only grown. Each of these positions offered me experience that I bring with me everyday when I work with children. From patience and a sense of humor, to the ability to create curriculums, fun learning experiences, diffuse situations, and accommodate different learning styles, every job I have worked, and every child I have had the privilege of caring for has taught me something of value.

I feel that it is an honor to be part of children's lives, and watch them learn and grow. I have worked with children in all stages of development, from 6 months old to teens, and I enjoy what each age group has to offer. I was raised a vegetarian, and am comfortable cooking for various diets. Working in a preschool where many children had severe food allergies, and growing up in a house where my younger brother had his own very severe food allergies, has made me in to a very conscious caregiver and cook.

As a dance, teacher, care giver, and former homeschooler, I am an advocate for child led learning and play. The excitement and curiosity that children approach the world with inspires me, and I love to support and encourage them to explore and try new things. One of my favorite activities to do with kids is (age appropriate) cooking. I see cooking as a way for children to learn about collaboration, math, science, health, and creativity. Not to mention it broadens their dietary horizons and makes them feel accomplished and proud. While I love coming up with fun actives and outings to take kids on, I also believe that is important to give kids space to create their own games and means of entertainment, so they can use their creativity and begin to find their independence.