Background: I have taught in preschool settings all around the LA area for about 9 years now with primarily the 2-5 age range. My background is in child development which I’ve studied in college. I got into the field when I interned at a local family resource center where I organized lesson plans and play groups for infants and toddlers. I consider myself a lifelong learner and study the Reggio Emilia approach and RIE philosophy with a passion as it tends to inspire my provocations. I am currently a part time teacher at a child development center in Ventura, California - that focuses on nature-based learning, also known as the outdoor classroom approach. I also have some previous full/part time nannying experience (with infants/toddlers). About Me: I enjoy going to coffee shops, hitting the gym, lap swimming, walking my dog, baking and traveling to tropical places! I speak fluent English and Spanish Fine Print: •4 hour minimum per booking •Short Notice Cancellation Fee: 50% of booking total if cancelled within 24hrs of start time. •If anyone in your household has been sick within 72 hours of booking, please cancel said booking. I do not consent to working with sick children. I work with multiple families, including infants, and I want to ensure the health and well-being of everyone involved. I will also be transparent about my own health status. •All hours booked are considered “guaranteed hours” in terms of pay, even if I am relieved early or for any other reason. •Cash, Zelle and Venmo preferred! 😊

Hello, My name is Silvia. I’m 30 years old and recently moved back to Santa Barbara after completing my graduate program in Elementary Education at San Francisco State University. I also hold a Bachelor’s degree in Child Development with a minor in Psychology, and I’m truly passionate about working with children. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I have several years of hands-on experience caring for children of various ages. I’ve worked in daycare settings during the summers and have extensive experience babysitting, which has helped me develop patience, creativity, and strong communication skills. In my free time, I enjoy drawing, painting, playing soccer, reading, and playing the guitar—activities I love to share with kids to keep them engaged, creative, and active. I would love the opportunity to support your family and provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for your children!

As an aunt of 10 nieces and nephews, I am very comfortable with taking care of multiple children at once. I have experience taking care of infants as young as 1 month. After graduating college with a degree in early childhood education, I became an ABA therapist and have been working with children with special needs for the past four years. I am CPR certified for adult, child, and infant.

{((My rates are totally negotiable))} ——————————————————- Hello , my name is MaryJo but kids call me “JoJo”. I’m a proud mother of 3 wonderful young men. I’ve been a childcare provider for 25+years. I love working with children. They are just little people who want to be happy all the time, getting and giving love. I don’t mind working with pets. I love them all as well. I am a certified swimming instructor for the La Crescenta- La Cañada YMCA (as a hobby) I love to swim, play at the park, ride bicycles, read books, arts and crafts, coloring, take walks, play sports, play with toys, play music and dance, etc. I am fully vaccinated (COVID & Flu) and I can show you. My car and my driving record are impeccable. I am kind, loving, patient, nurturing, funny, reliable, punctual, and very responsible. I have great organizational and time management skills, and the ability to multi-task. I am a great self-starter and Bi-lingual. (English/Spanish) I am a great candidate for this position. I really care about what I do. I love my job!! I invite you to please consider checking my reviews. Hope to hear from you soon. Thank you!