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Looking for work as a babysitter.

  • 15 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Springfield, MO 65802

Meet Joanie

  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

I have 15+ Years of Childcare Experience. I have been sitting on and off since I was a teenager. I have babysat through agencies in Atlanta, Ridgefield CT and now in Springfield MO. I love kids and have strong maternal instincts. I have good common sense, am an active listener and strive to follow your guidelines and family routines. I can prepare simple, nutritious Mom & Kid approved meals. I can do your children's Laundry and run Errands as needed. I am a soft spoken sensitive person, who relates well to shy or reticent children. I've sat for some children in the Autism Spectrum. I enjoy doing creative projects with kids and encourage story telling, singing and dramatics. I am semi-retired and during my business career worked for two schools (a travel career training company and a Macintosh Computer school) and I worked for 15 years at a graphic design Read more firm as the Office Manager. I waited on tables, was involved in community theatre and did some tv commercial work. In 2011, I joined Sittercity as a Caregiver in CT (my home state). I worked from 2011 to 2013 when I moved to Springfield, MO. I am hoping to work part-time (with a 3-hour minimum). You can rest assured that your children will be safe with me. I am a trustworthy, gentle, detail-oriented person, who will pay absolute attention to your needs and requirements. Please call me if you'd like to interview me, as I feel this is beneficial for both of us. References: See the great reviews I received from these Sittercity members: Charles A., Megan L., Janell S  Ilisa N. The following Babysitting Agencies in Atlanta can only confirm I worked for them from 1991-1992. • A Friend of the Family • TLC Sitters of Atlanta  

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Availability

  • Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
  • Daytime care availability during summer months
  • After school care availability

Ratings & reviews

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Korinna L.

4/24/2024

Crystal P.

11/6/2018

Joanie is very polite and organized. My son loves her and she was ready and willing to take care of all his needs. She is timely and very professional.

Courtney Z.

7/11/2012

Joanie has babysat for my 4yo son and 2 yo daughter for about six months and she is wonderful! Everytime she arrives at our house she brings stickers or tattoos or balloons and unlike some babysitters, she really interacts with my children. She is very responsible and professional, always leaves the house immaculate and my children adore her!

Ilisa N.

3/16/2012

You will not find a better babysitter than Joanie. She is reliable, responsible, kind and FUN. My kids loved being with her, and I loved feeling confident that they were well cared for in her trustworthy hands. A five star rating for sure.

Jenelle S.

3/14/2012

Joanie was wonderful. This was the first time someone other than family watched our kids and she made the transition seamless. She was great with them and they enjoyed her. We will certainly use her again and would highly recommend her.

Megan L.

2/7/2012

Joan is an excellent caretaker. She was great with my kids and I will definitely feel confident having her sit for us again.

Jola A.

12/31/2011

Excellent! Early arrival, very mild mannered and very considerate. Outstanding with the kids. Looking FWD to have her over again and again!

Experience

Willing to care for 3 children per sitting

$15-$20/hr for the first child, $1 for each additional child

  • Infants (age 0-11 months) expand

    • Assist with setting a routine
    • Overnight care
    • Occasional care
  • Toddlers (age 1-3)
  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)
  • Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
  • Special needs expand

    • Cognitive Disabilities
    • Social/Emotional
    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
    • Delayed Speech
    • Mental Illness
    • Bathing
    • Bed Baths
    • Blood Glucose Testing
    • Dressing Assistance
    • Grooming and Hygiene
    • Insulin Injections
    • Positive Behavioral Support

Education

General

Graduated Livingston College, Rutgers University

References

Additional services

  • Meal Preparation
  • Laundry
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Crafts
  • Potty Training
  • Willing to run errands as needed
  • Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
  • Homework expand

    • Finishing homework
    • Checking answers
    • Proofreading

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