Lee R.

A Part-Time, 61 yr old babysitter from Washington, DC with 10 or more years of experience and a background check on file
Last signed in 05/09/2013
About Lee
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Experience
Smokes
Education
Languages
$15-$25
Washington, DC
Female
61 years old
10 years
No
Claremont Graduate University, 1991
English, French
First Aid Training
CPR Certified
TrustLine Certified
Doula
Has Transportation
Will travel 5 mi
Special Needs Care
Comfortable with pets
Certified Nursing Assistant
Live-in nanny
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Child Care Experience
Age Groups - Up to 6 months,  7 months-3 years,  4-6 years,  7-11 years,  12+ years
  • 10 years of experience
  • Comfortable babysitting for 3 children
  • Willing to care for sick children
  • Experienced babysitting twins/multiples
Services I Provide
Cooking/Meal Preparation Light Housekeeping
Laundry Travel
Grocery Shopping Crafts
Errands Swimming Supervision
Carpooling

Lee's Bio

Are you seeking a sitter whose care and companionship will enrich your family? Someone whose presence is a source of comfort and fun, not a cause for worry?

I'm a self-employed writer and tutor in the Adams Morgan neighborhood of DC. I've been caring for infants and children for more than 40 years, as a big sister, as an au pair during a writing stint in Paris, and as a nanny during graduate school. In the...
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Availability

As of 09/24/12 to 06/03/13
Available
  Mon Tues Wed Thurs Fri Sat Sun
6am - 9am
 
 
         
9am - 12pm
 
 
     
 
 
12pm - 3pm
 
 
     
 
 
3pm - 6pm
 
 
     
 
 
6pm - 9pm
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
9pm - 12am
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
12am - 6am
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lee is available for: Part-Time
Lee is available on short notice (Back-up Care)

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Reviews
Average User Rating: Out of 10 Reviews
Bobbi D. says:
We had never worked with a babysitter before and weren't really sure how we or our then 7-month-old son would react, but we all liked Lee the first time we met her, so we thought we would give it a shot. Amazingly, even though it was the first time we were leaving our son with someone other than my mother, I felt very comfortable and knew that he was in good hands. He took to her right away! She has taken care... More
Posted: 11:51 PM, Dec 02, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Bobbi
Lee R. responds:
Bobbi, thanks so much for this generous review. I'm very touched -- especially since I know you have many things to do that are more important than promoting me! I assure you that I like your little one every bit as much as he likes me, and I too look forward to working with you all for a long time to come.
Susan C. says:
Lee has babysat for my 9 month old daughter 3 times over the last few months. She's fantastic! She's dependable, caring and trustworthy. We plan to work with her for a long time to come :)
Posted: 12:52 PM, Oct 29, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Susan
Lee R. responds:
Susan, Whew! You deserve a medal for all your hard work in getting this lovely review posted! Thank you so much! I hope I don't have to tell you that I enjoy your family very much. I look forward to the next opportunity to help out. Take care.
Jacquelyn E. says:
Our one-year-old son never had a babysitter before Lee and we were extremely nervous about how he would react, especially since he often gets clingy around strangers. Lee was extremely flexible about coming over to meet our baby and working with me and my own anxieties over an extended period in order to ensure both our son and I were ready to separate so Dad and I could have some adult time.

On the actual...
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Posted: 12:16 PM, Oct 29, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Jacquelyn
Lee R. responds:
Jacquelyn, Thanks so much for this wonderful review! I especially appreciate that you took pains to share your personal experience of me; I want clients to know that I take my assignments seriously and approach each as a unique situation. I was delighted to help you amd the little one over this particular threshold, and I look forward to seeing all three of you again very soon!
Shannon R. says:
Lee was a godsend! I had a project come up at the last minute and all of the sitters I've been working with recently moved out of town. Lee responded to my posting within minutes, and was available the next day and very flexible with her time. I couldn't believe it.

She did a great job with my 3.5 year old, and was even able to keep him entertained enough that I was able to be at home and get some work done...
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Posted: 03:07 PM, Aug 07, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Shannon
Lee R. responds:
Shannon, thanks so much for your kinds words. I was delighted to spend time with your little guy, and I look forward to the next opportunity. Warm regards to all three of you.
Etta M. says:
Lee watched my three year old son for me when I came to town for an event. She was a real life saver as I did not know anyone in the area. She met me at the event's venue and walked and entertained my son until I came out. Lee did a wonderful job as it was the first time my son stayed with a sitter and he was not a crying mess as I feared he would be. :)
Posted: 10:51 AM, Jul 25, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Etta
Lee R. responds:
Etta, thanks so much for your kind words. Lloyd was easy to care for and a lot of fun -- a real charmer. It was my pleasure to help your family during your visit to DC. Warm regards to all!
Cynthia T. says:
I was new to town on a work assignment and in a pinch for finding care the first week, but Lee came to the rescue! I appreciated her quick response to my inquiry and follow up to arrange the days and times that worked for our schedules. She was great with my seven and nine year old boys, keeping them busy all day and well fed. Overall, I was very satisfied and thankful to find someone responsive and reliable,... More
Posted: 10:26 PM, Jul 22, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Cynthia
Lee R. responds:
I see you got it to work, Cynthia -- and I'm so grateful! I enjoyed caring for your children, and I hope I'll have another opportunity. Tell the boys I said "hi" and, again, please accept my thanks.
Mark U. says:
Lee took my 8-year-old son to the Smithsonian while I was at meeting in Washington. She was extremely reliable, arriving to meet us with plenty of time, and took great care of my son as they walked through the city to the museum. He had a great time with her at the museum as well, showing that, in addition to being safe and reliable, Lee was also very engaging. I would certainly recommend her without reservation. More
Posted: 11:23 PM, Jul 05, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Mark
Lee R. responds:
Thanks for the kind words, Mark. The museum visit was a treat for me as well. I hope you two will call on me the next time you're in D. C.
Alexandra T. says:
Lee did a wonderful job with my 6 year old twins. They're at the age where they want to read and learn and Lee provided such a lovely teaching/learning experience that the twins asked me for her to come back! Also, they were in bed at 9 pm - an achievement I haven't accomplished in ages! For that alone, I was extremely grateful. Thank you, Lee :)
Posted: 05:11 PM, May 21, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Alexandra
Lee R. responds:
Alexandra, Thanks so much for your generous review! I'm delighted the twins liked me; they were very good company for me as well. I look forward to seeing you all again soon. Kindest regards. LMcAR
Maddie G. says:
Lee took care of my kids for several full days during spring break. She has a lot of energy and humor. She engages children in ball games or puzzles on the floor without losing a moment. Her verbal skills are excellent. She knows how to ask questions that children will want to answer immediately. She was able to take care of two children of different ages (9 and 6) efficiently. She is fun, but also strict,... More
Posted: 02:50 PM, May 11, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Maddie
Lee R. responds:
Thanks so much for your positive review, Maddie! Let's talk soon about your June-July assignment. Lee
Raphaelle L. says:
Lee did a great job with my 11 month baby who, by the way, was not really used to being babysat. When I came back, my daughter was all smiles and I have nothing to say but praise!
Posted: 06:58 PM, May 10, 2012 | Relationship: Lee worked for Raphaelle
Lee R. responds:
Thanks so much for your positive review, Raphaelle! Your daughter was a delight to care for. Kind regards. Lee
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