Find nannies in Granite City, IL

I’m an experienced cat owner who understands feline behavior and daily needs. I’m patient, observant, and skilled in feeding, litter cleaning, and comfort care.

I have several years of childcare experience with children of all ages, including infants through school-age. I’ve worked in schools, ran my own Pre-K–3rd grade classroom, and supported children with special needs. I do not smoke or drink, have open availability, and am currently on track to attend college for early childhood education, making me a reliable option for both short-term and long-term childcare needs.

I am a friendly, dedicated child care provider and a current Graduate Student at Washington University in St. Louis, where I am pursuing my Master of Social Work (MSW). I bring nearly two years of professional experience from a child development center, where I spent my days caring for sweet infants and young children ranging from 6 weeks to 5 years old. This time taught me so much about infant care routines, early childhood milestones, and how to create a safe, stimulating space where little ones can thrive. Right now, I also work as a Therapist Intern at a local developmental trauma center, providing play therapy for wonderful children and youth aged 4 to 18. This clinical training allows me to bring a deeply supportive set of skills into my babysitting roles. I love using child-centered play techniques to build genuine rapport and help kids express their creativity. I am also highly skilled at co-regulation, which means I excel at helping children navigate big emotions or anxiety with a calm, gentle, and patient presence. My approach centers on strengths-based guidance, relying on warm connection and clear boundaries rather than reactive discipline.Whether it is soothing a newborn, engaging a toddler in fun sensory play, or connecting authentically with pre-teens, I easily adapt to exactly what your child needs to feel safe and happy. I am truly passionate about creating a nurturing, joyful environment where your kids feel completely seen, protected, and cared for. I would love the chance to support your family and look forward to connecting with you soon!

I love being a sitter because I genuinely enjoy connecting with children and fostering their creativity. It’s rewarding to provide peace of mind to parents, knowing their children are safe, happy, and well-cared for. I have a year of experience working in ABC Child care. I have been babysitting for 8+years having 4 siblings I used to look after. I am skilled at Diapering, bathing, support potty training, feeding, and comforting upset children. I do not run errands as I don’t have drive yet. I do not mind, light cleaning, doing dishes, cooking, and taking out the trash. I’ve had plenty of cats and dogs so I know a lot that comes with taking care of them. I am a respectful, patient, empathetic, and energetic person who is very passionate about creating a safe nurturing environment. I am also CPR/AED/First Aid certified.

If you need tutoring, special education support, or behavior support — let me help! If you need a calm adult who can support the entire family, from behavior plans, to deescalating arguments with children, transitions, and general emotional support- I'm here! I have a Bachelor's degree in Special Education and hold a Special Education K-12 license, with over 10 years of experience working with children and young adults from 6 weeks to 21 years old. I started working with children in high school through early childhood education classes and built my career from there — working in Montessori and Waldorf school settings, as a Special Education teacher, and most recently as a behavior specialist working across school, family, and clinical settings with children, teens, and adults. Working with children is my passion, and I have a particular love for supporting kids who are navigating behavior challenges. I've worked extensively with ADHD, ASD, SPD, and a wide range of cognitive and learning differences. I believe deeply in positive behavior supports and lead with social-emotional learning in everything I do — helping kids not just manage their behavior, but actually understand themselves better. I also bring over 13 years of experience supporting families directly in their homes, so I understand the full picture — not just the child, but the whole family system. Feel free to reach out with any questions, and I'm happy to connect you with references right away!