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Sonya B.
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Santa Barbara, CA 93101

from $20 per hour

(2)

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About Sonya

Experience: 10 yrs

COVID-19 vaccinated

I've had 20 years of experience in nannying and babysitting kids from infants to young teens well as many years of being an older sister. I've taken Child Development, Arts and Environmental Studies courses and am certified in child CPR and First Aid. I love babies and toddlers and I am more than happy to get kids exploring outdoors, eating healthfully and using all of their senses to learn about the world. Your little one will always be encouraged to be independent and communicate thoughtfully and compassionately. As far as parenting type goes I'd like to find a family that shares my child-rearing philosophies: encourage adventure and inquisitiveness; allow freedom and creativity; foster respect for elders and others; involvement in a range of activities like dancing, rock climbing, finding edible plants, reading, and creating music. In my free time I'm hiking, at the beach, doing yoga and/or brainstorming ways to help the planet. I am currently open to date nights and weekends!

Reviews

5.0
based on 2 reviews
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Lindsay B.

Reviewed on 11/30/2015

We hired Sonya a little over 2 months ago to care for my 10 month old daughter, and we couldn't be happier. She is a perfect fit for my daughter and our family. Sonya immediately had a connection with my daughter from the beginning, and the two of them have a really awesome mutual adoration for each other. Sonya is very observant and clued-in, and comes up with fun and creative ways to play and facilitate learning. She's very much a natural when it comes to childcare, we feel very lucky to have found her.

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Willing to care for up to 3 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$20-30/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$20/hr

2 children

$23/hr

3 children

$26/hr

Can help with

Child care

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Swimming supervision

Travel

Qualifications

Education

Carroll Community College - 2012

Associate degree - Visual Arts

Santa Barbara City College

Currently attending

College degree

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early childhood eductation

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker

Safety

CareCheck

Completed