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Laura W.
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Sykesville, MD 21784

from $15 per hour

2 years of experience

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About Laura

Experience: 2 yrs

COVID-19 vaccinated

I have been an occasional babysitter since high school, typically working with younger children aged 7 and under. I have spent the most time babysitting one family with two boys, beginning when they were 2 and 4 and ending when they were 4 and 6. They were home schooled, and I also assisted with home school assignments/tutoring. I have the most experience with younger children, but am happy to work with older children as well. I have a B. A. in theater from Mary Baldwin College, and I find that theater games can help engage children. Other relevant courses I've taken include Child Psychology and Early Development (undergraduate), and Pedagogy (graduate; teaching methods).

Reviews

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Erika A.

Reviewed on 4/8/2015

Laura has cared for my two children, both with ADHD, for two years. She is an absolutely fantastic sitter, who is able to engage with children on their level while placing clear limits on behavior and motivating them to be interested in learning and exploring their world. She is extremely patient and highly intelligent and relates very well to children.

Services

Age groups

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Willing to care for up to 3 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$15/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$25/hr

2 children

$28/hr

3 children

$31/hr

Can help with

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Qualifications

Education

Mary Baldwin College

Currently attending

Bachelor degree

Languages

English

Spanish

Professional skills

Early child development knowledge

Other Qualifications & Credentials

I babysat two children with ADHD for two years

and I also have a sibling with autism spectrum disorder

so I have experience in those areas.

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker

Safety

CareCheck

Completed

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