About Arika

I love working in childcare because I am a naturally loving, energetic, and silly person who finds it easy to get along with children. I am extremely reliable, punctual, responsible, and loyal; I always make an effort to form a bond with the child and parents that I work with, proven by the fact that almost all of my babysitting jobs in my 20-year career have been long-term. I have been babysitting, or been a mother's helper, since the age of 12 and have gained an extreme comfort-ability in the role. Additionally, I have worked with a large range of ages (baby-18), making me more than able to adjust to the specific needs of the child and the situation. I have a basic understanding of Spanish and hold a valid New Jersey driver's license, which helps in those situations where driving a car is needed. I have also taken a child development class, where I learned the psychological and physical development of the child, as well as how to plan lessons/activities that pertain to a certain age.