My favorite thing about working with children is when they are able to simply have fun. I had a great babysitter growing up who would always play board games with me, encourage me to go outside and play, and just watch TV, so I would definitely put these activities to use to entertain children. My babysitter always made it very easy to be away from my parents by keeping me busy!

I enjoy meeting children from all different backgrounds. I enjoy arts and crafts and exploring outdoors.

I grew up around children. I have three younger sisters and my mother is a teacher. When I was younger, I would tutor with my mother in a math summer camp at her school. As I got older, I started to tutor in both math and piano individually. I have always had a love for being with children and especially being able to teach them.

I have been babysitting since the age of 14. I have worked will all ages. I have babysat up to 4 children at a time. I absolutely adore children and look forward to starting a family of my own down the line. I consider myself to be very responsible and respectful. I want the children to be excited for me to come spend time with them and aim to develop relationships with them, instead of just being "the sitter". A common go to is playing outdoors, I bring a colouring and sticker kit with me. Will participate in dress up. Also like to try and plan fun things weekly for the children whether that be a safe science experiment or maybe decorating cookies, etc.

My favorite thing about working with kids is knowing that I can have an immediate positive impact on their growth. As an occupational therapist major, I am hoping to one day work with kids, so this would be a great opportunity to gain experience. Being an equestrian, I enjoy being outside, so if your kids enjoy the outdoors as much as I do, you're in luck! If the weather is bad, I like to play card or board games or play hide-and-seek. I love doing arts and crafts as well. If you're comfortable with your children driving in my car, I can take them to the Turtle Back Zoo, parks, and pools! During the school year, I can help not only with drop-offs, but also help with homework after school or evening.

Children have this spark of life within their eyes as they see the world full of color and joy. They have such optimism that brings happiness to my life as they remind of the all the good in the world that we forget at times. Working with kids is rewarding not only for them but myself, as I can watch the children grow and allow them to feel secure and safe within my presence. It is so important to be a Childs best friend and caretaker. I love being the one who brings them a bandage when they have wound but also the person they go to when they miss their parent or are having troubles in school or etc. I love being part of their messy but amazing experience of failures and success.

I love getting to know the children and becoming someone they can look up to. I would play any board games, or watching movies with them. If they like to play any sports outside I would love to play with them. I can also help them with their homework!