Michelle A.

“ I am the oldest of 4 kids and the oldest of all the grand kids, so I grew up participating in family child care. Neighbors and friends of the family began calling me for child care. I began baby-sitting at 11 years old, usually for a short time and I would often help out while the parents were there and on trips to run errands. Not long after, I was in demand for date nights and day long jobs, most often with...

I am the oldest of 4 kids and the oldest of all the grand kids, so I grew up participating in family child care. Neighbors and friends of the family began calling me for child care. I began baby-sitting at 11 years old, usually for a short time and I would often help out while the parents were there and on trips to run errands. Not long after, I was in demand for date nights and day long jobs, most often with multiple children. I usually assisted with dinner time, bath time, story time, clean up and pet care since I always have pets and adore animals. I always try to make chores fun by having a game or playing fun music. I believe positive reinforcement, consistency and clear communication are some of the keys to successful child care. I also believe that the parents should return to find the house at least as clean as it was if not nicer!
My son is now 13 and I am very proud of the relationship we have built. He has taught me so much about how to effectively connect with kids on an even deeper level and I strongly believe that my own experiences as a mom make me a valuable baby sitter.
I like to be an active person and enjoy trips to the park and other places like libraries and museums. I am also fond of craft projects, dress up, baking, gardening, music and reading and I encourage kids to make their own games as well.
I have taken CPR classes, so I am familiar with the differences in techniques between adults and children and would be happy to refresh my memory. I am also calm in a crisis. I subscribe to "better safe than sorry" but I know we can't prevent every boo boo though we try.
I can promise that I will not spend my time on the phone or the computer, I will not let your children play with unsafe things, feed them tons of sugar or let them trash the house!
I always try to prepare the healthiest meals and I know little ones can be picky so I try to make new things fun.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I am open to meeting up for coffee etc to have a little interview if that would make you comfortable. Look forward to hearing from you, Michelle

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