BABYSITTER - Samantha S. from Baltimore, MD 21231 - Care.com
full-time babysitter

Samantha S.

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$10 – 20/hr Baltimore, MD
31 yrs old
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Meet Samantha

While I am an only child, I have experience babysitting the children of my friends. During the summer, I babysat my friend's son for a few hours each morning. He was 6 months to a year during that time, which meant I fed, changed his diapers, all while cleaning the house and taking care of her three dogs. I have also watched my former roommate's nephew (age 12), with whom I played games, took out to bingo and food, and watched movies.

While my experience may be limited as an actual babysitter/nanny, I spent the last year as a special educator, teaching students from third grade through eighth grade. During this time, I dealt with many different behaviors and experienced a lot of challenges which help qualify me to work with children of all ages.

Teaching did not turn out to be the career for me, but it affirmed to me my desire to work with children, so I will be applying for a master's program in school psychology. In the meantime, this job would be a great step toward my goal.
Comfortable with pets
Non smoker
Has transportation
Willing to travel 15 mi

Most recent review

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Jeremy R.
Sep 10, 2016
Samantha loves kids and it shows with how she provides for them. My nephew was coming to visit me during a "Sibs Weekend" at my college where several youth-oriented activities took place. I was in a bind because I had to work one of the nights of Sibs Weekend. When I asked her to watch him, I didn't even have to convince her. She was so excited to hang out with him and already had plans for what they were going to do! During that night, Samantha took my nephew to a kid's bingo night (since I was unable to do so during Sibs Weekend) where they had a lot of fun together. They also managed to find time to play board games and watch movies while I was at work. When I got home, my nephew couldn't stop talking about all of the fun they had together. The next day, I took my nephew to a carnival-themed event with a giant inflatable obstacle course. Samantha tagged along and with very little convincing from my nephew, she competed in the obstacle course with him. Additionally, Samantha also made sure my nephew got fed and consistently made sure his shoes were tied so he wouldn't trip. This is what makes Samantha such a great child care provider. She makes sure kids have fun but also makes sure they get the best possible care! She has my highest recommendation.
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Education
Rowan University
2014

Bachelor's in Journalism

Other qualifications, Certifications, and Credentials

I was a special educator in Baltimore City for the 2015-16 school year. I worked with students from age 8 through 15.

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