About me

I am the oldest of three children and the oldest cousin in my generation, so very early on I became the family babysitter-by-default. I love learning from the children I spend time with and sharing with them my love of songs, games, and pretend play. I am particularly interested in working with children with special needs. In Seattle, I worked as a peer tutor for an Autism Program and a camp counselor for children with behavioral health challenges. During my time in these positions, I learned much about positive reinforcement, handling tantrums, and curbing homesickness. As a vegan, I am well versed and comfortable handling allergies and different dietary needs. Since working with children with special needs in Seattle, I have been a morning nanny (breakfast and school drop off), an after-school nanny (school pick-up and dinner time), an occasional weekend babysitter, a date night babysitter and everything in between. I have experience working with infants through preteens, but especially loved my time working with toddlers!

I am an actor/singer/poet originally from Seattle who moved to the east coast to pursue theatre. I attended the Hartt School at the University of Hartford where I graduated with a BFA in Acting. I am now Brooklyn-based and eager to encourage East Coasters to recycle and wear Birkenstocks! As a writer and performer, imaginary worlds and playing pretend are an integral part of my artistry. I love working with children who remind me the importance of curiosity and imagination. I enjoy vegan cooking, trying to make friends on the subway, being outside, and supporting my friends' art. Creating meaningful, lasting relationships with families is rewarding on a personal level because I am so far away from home, and an artistic level as I learn more about humanity.