Hello! I am a 20 year old college student with about 4-5 years of experience, looking for some one-time or occasional babysitting jobs. I have worked one-on-one with kids as a full-time nanny and with over 20 kids in a daycare setting as a childcare worker. I am currently studying at Kalamazoo College to get degrees in both Studio Art and Psychology. I wish to be an art therapist for kids one day, so babysitting is closely related to my passion! I like to encourage the kids I spend time with to work creatively and expand their imaginations with projects, reading, play, and time in nature. My style of discipline coincides with gentle parenting, and I often focus on helping the child regulate their emotions when conflict arises. Kids have big feelings, and they need a sitter who validates them. I also have experience with watching neurodivergent children who may need extra or more unique support.

If you resonate with my bio, I believe I will be a great sitter for your child!