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Experience: 6 yrs
I like working with kids because every day is a new adventure! I love playing with kids of all ages and finding ways to understand them and their needs while having a good time is always a fun challenge for me, and why I like working with kids so much! I started working with kids when my niece was young, helping her with diapers up until her high school years when she is in town! She inspired me to want to work with kids in the first place :) In my spare time, I like to play video games or go on walks by the lake and around town! I love socializing with friends over a good game or food & getting my steps in when I can!
Sara was our family's babysitter for three years, and we truly cannot say enough good things about her. She cared for both of our daughters: our oldest, who is autistic and has significant support needs, and our youngest, starting from infancy. What set Sara apart was her ability to build real, trusting relationships with both girls despite their very different needs. She was endlessly patient, attentive, and genuinely engaged. She wasn't just "watching" the kids; she was connecting with them. Our oldest can be particular about who she feels comfortable with, and Sara earned that trust completely. When our youngest was born, Sara stepped up to full-time care for our oldest daughter so we could focus on the newborn. She also provided full-time care when we had to travel to Miami, handling the full daily routine on her own with confidence. In both cases, we felt completely at ease leaving our daughters in her care, and any parent of a child with special needs knows that level of trust is rare and hard-won. Sara is reliable, warm, adaptable, and genuinely kind. She handled everything from sensory meltdowns to toddler chaos with grace and good humor. We are so grateful for the three years she spent with our family, and any family would be lucky to have her. We recommend her without a single reservation.
2/20/2026
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$18/hr
One time jobs
2 children
$18/hr
Can help with
Child care
Craft assistance
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Packing/moving
Swimming supervision
Education
University of Phoenix
Graduate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
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