Speaks English

I am a loving, dedicated mom to three children, ages elementary through high school. So while I listed only 2 years of experience, I have many years of practical, hands-on, common sense care giving. My philosophy in raising my own children is to help them explore the world around them through books, nature, the arts and fun outings. I would treat your precious kids as my own. I have been in your position - as a working mom or dad. Leaving my kids while I worked a 50+ hour professional job was a constant worry for me - wondering if the sitter would actually show up, how much time my kids were left in their crib eating crackers with their shoes on (that really happened!), and if the house would be in worse shape than when I left it. I would hope to bring balance to your life so you can work while at work and enjoy your kids while you are at home. I have taught reading and math at the local elementary school. Things I like: reading to children, sewing (need any alterations, mending, or hemming?), powerwalking (with and stroller and dogs, arts and crafts, baking, outings to the library, Kalamazoo Valley Museum, etc. I love dogs, too! Will transport kids to necessary after school events