Find a wedding babysitter in Apache Junction, AZ

Hi! I live in Gilbert with my fiance after we both graduated college at GCU. I studied film, and still work on set most weeks, but I have a lot of free time on days off! I started childcare with babysitting in 2020 when many familes needed extra childcare, and ended up nannying all through college for a couple of different families, mostly for kids in the 2-7 year old range. I also spent two summers working at the YMCA summer camp for preschool-1st graders, which taught me a lot about early childhood education. Since graduating (and having a bit more of a varied schedule due to film work), I switched to just babysitting (and the occasional dog/house sitting) on my days and weekends off. I am happy to help with dogs, but I am unfortunately allergic to cats! As far as myself, I love to read, play cozy games, and have been really loving traveling around the US this year! My favorite place to be in the world is on a beach, and I've been getting really into making my own lattes at home.

Child Care: I’ve been a primary elementary school teacher for several years. As a result, I am very experienced with meeting the diverse needs of children. I can help your children with homework, as well as engage them in exciting activities. My best personal qualities are friendliness, patience, creativity, empathy and organization. Children are our future, and my lifetime goal has always been to be a positive and inspirational role model for children. Pet/Cat care: I've had and cared for pets my entire life, and can't imagine life without them! I specialize in cat care. I have nurtured cats of all ages. My cats own my home. I am the staff of them. There are cat castles, cat-friendly toys, and a lot of water bowls including a water fountain in my home. I currently own 2 cats, and have 3 litter boxes in the home for them to utilize.

Hello! As a teenager, I lifeguarded for a very busy water park, and I learned to govern a child's behavior to keep them safe as well as interact with them in a manner that keeps the tone playful, yet informative. I taught countless swim classes over the summers with young children to pre-teens, and I found that maintaining a relational bond with kids makes the learning process stronger. I grew up with siblings over ten years younger than me and have spent their early years managing their behavior, learning habits, and their fun. I have also babysat for neighbors, especially during high school and after high school. I would love to find a family to connect with and provide meaningful, engaging care for!

I am retired from Gilbert School district after 25 yrs as an Attendance Specialist. In the last few years I I have worked as both a Nanny and an elderly caregiver. I have also once worked as a dog trainer and am very comfortable around all animals . I have four children and two grandchildren, ages 14 and 7. I am very outgoing with a positive attitude. I am very excited to meet you and your children. I have excellent references upon request . Susan P.S. at this point in time, I am looking for occasional work, for instance , date nights .