Background, Qualifications & Experience I bring over 30 years of experience in education and childcare, supported by Early Childhood Education (ECE) coursework and a lifelong commitment to supporting children’s growth and development. My professional background has centered on working with children and families in diverse educational settings, where I have supported academic, social, and emotional development across a wide range of ages and needs. In addition to my professional experience, I am a single parent who raised three children and have been actively involved in helping raise seven grandchildren. These lived experiences have strengthened my understanding of children’s developmental stages, daily care routines, and the importance of consistency, patience, and nurturing support in a home environment. I am also a trained birth and postpartum doula, which has further deepened my ability to support families during sensitive and important transitions. This work has strengthened my skills in newborn care, infant soothing techniques, maternal support, and family-centered communication. Personality Traits I am calm, nurturing, and dependable, with a natural ability to connect with children of all ages. I bring a warm, steady presence into the home and focus on creating a safe, structured, and loving environment. I am patient and attentive, able to respond thoughtfully to children’s emotional and physical needs while maintaining clear and consistent boundaries. Families describe me as trustworthy, responsible, and easy to communicate with. I value collaboration with parents and prioritize alignment with family routines, expectations, and parenting styles. Skills & Strengths Strong understanding of child development from infancy through adolescence Experienced in newborn and infant care, including feeding, soothing, and sleep routines Skilled in creating structured daily routines and age-appropriate activities Ability to support emotional regulation and positive behavior guidance Strong safety awareness and ability to respond calmly in emergencies Highly organized, dependable, and attentive to detail Excellent communication with parents and caregivers Experienced in supporting multiple children and managing busy households

🌸 Loving Babysitter • Mother’s Helper • Housekeeper • After-School Care 🌸 Hi Families! My name is Artejah, and I’m a nurturing, dependable, and experienced caregiver offering babysitting, housekeeping, mother’s helper support, school/activity pick-ups and drop-offs, newborn care, and after-school care. I’m passionate about creating safe, clean, and joyful spaces where children can learn, laugh, and feel loved. I hold an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education and bring a wealth of experience as both a professional and a mom. 👶 Professional Experience: • Newborn Specialist: Hands-on experience caring for newborns as a mother and babysitter for families with infants. • 6 Years in the Orinda Union School District: Supported children from preschool to middle school, including those with special education needs, in both classroom and after-school settings. • 1 Year Montessori Experience working in a preschool environment. • 5-Month Preschool Residency completed during my AA degree. 🏡 Care Options: I’m happy to care for children from my home (where a nutritious meal will be provided) or in the comfort of your family’s home—whichever works best for you! ✨ Extra Help Available: • Housekeeping & organizing • Meal prep and laundry assistance • School pick-ups and activity drop-offs • Homework help and structured after-school time 💛 A Little About Me: I’m a single mom, so please note that I may bring along my sweet baby boy for some duties. He is calm, gentle, and loves being around other children! You can trust that I will care for and keep your children safe as I do my own. I look forward to meeting wonderful families and providing dependable, loving care that gives parents peace of mind.

Hi! I’m Kaiya, and childcare has always been a big part of my life. As the oldest of five, I’ve had experience caring for kids of all ages and genuinely love being around them. I’m Red Cross certified in Advanced Child Care Training and Infant/Child CPR & First Aid. I’m reliable, patient, and caring, and I’m happy to help with playtime, homework, meals, bedtime, and light household tasks.

Hi families! My name is Diana, and I’m a Latina junior college student at CCSF with over 4 years of experience working with children ages 3–6 through the YMCA after-school program and BACR. I have also been babysitting for family and friends since I was 17, I am CPR certified and trained in child abuse prevention, aquatics safety, and TK–Kindergarten teaching strategies. I am currently working toward my Special Education certification. I love engaging children in arts and crafts, creative play, reading, outdoor activities, and homework help. I can also assist with light cooking, tidying up, running errands, and driving to appointments or activities. I’m fluent in Spanish and happy to support bilingual families. I’m outgoing, patient, dependable, and truly enjoy creating a safe, nurturing , and fun environment. I’m comfortable with dogs and cats and love including pets in daily routines.

My name is Stephany! I have great experience working with children! I have developed a deep understanding of early childhood development and have provided hands on support tailored to each child’s individual needs! My responsibilities have included feeding, diapering, sleep training, and creating age appropriate activities that promoted cognitive and motor skill growth! This experience has deepened my passion for working with young children and strengthened my skills in patience, attentiveness, adaptability! I look forward to continuing my love for this !