Hello Urban Mamas (and Urban Papas)!
I am looking for a nanny position and would love to meet you and your child!
My name is Stephanie and I just graduated from Portland State University with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Women’s Studies and have also completed nursing prerequisites for a future midwifery program. I am an independent parent of a wonderful 5 year old girl. I would ideally like to nanny for a child (or two) near her age, but am open to all ages, older or younger. We live in the NE Hollywood neighborhood and she attends preschool Tuesdays -Thursdays from 9am-3pm, so it would just be your kid(s) and I during those times. Ideally, the childcare would happen at my home, but I am willing to go to your house if needed. I do have my own transportation and can drive when needed, but prefer to walk or take the max when going on adventures with the kids (save the environment and get exercise!). Here are a few things about my parenting/childcare style:
We live in a no-television home, except for the occasional movie, perhaps once or twice a month. I believe children should play, draw, read, and use their imaginations rather than sit in front of a television set!
We eat mostly organic foods (as much as we can afford to) and I enjoy searching for new recipes to try and new ways to sneak in healthy foods in ways that are appealing to children. I most recently made brownies that had spinach and carrot puree in them and they were quite tasty! We also have a mostly vegetarian diet, with the occasional fish or poultry, but I only purchase those organic. I am completely willing to work with any food restrictions or allergies that your child may have.
We love books! My daughter and I are regulars at the Hollywood library and have a bookshelf brimming with children’s books at home. I think that reading to your children is essential in their development and we read every day. It’s also a good excuse to get out and take a walk down to the library!
My daughter is in a bilingual Spanish/English preschool and while I am in no way fluent (far from it!), I try to speak Spanish with her often. Whether your child has no Spanish knowledge or is a native Spanish speaker, I would be happy to share what I do know with him/her. Childhood is the best time to learn another language!
Weather permitting, I would love to take the kids out on walks and/or to the park, zoo, etc. I currently have a membership to the zoo and would be glad to make some “field trips” there. I also have a 2 seater wagon that I can use for longer walks or trips. If you have suggestions of activities or somewhere you would like me to take your child(ren), I would be happy to discuss that, and would also be willing to take them to any lessons they may have.
At our house we like to cook & bake, do art projects, sing and play instruments, have living room dance parties, and all around act silly. I believe that fun is very important for children, but so is discipline and stability. I am happy to discuss your parenting rules and uphold them while you are away.
I am available all weekdays except for Wednesdays (when I do volunteer work), but if Wednesdays are needed, I can make arrangements to make that work. We can also discuss if you need weekend help. I would love to start working with your family at the beginning of January, but can also start earlier if you need me right away. We can discuss payment based on hours, number of children, etc, but I am looking in the area of $12-13/hour for one child, $14 for two, etc. This would include providing food for your child(ren) while in my care.
I have nannied for a couple families, babysat for others, plus of course I have plenty of experience with my own child! I am happy to provide references upon request.
Please contact me at stephanie7284@gmail.com or (503) 927-3052. I look forward to hearing from you and hopefully getting the chance to meet you and your little one(s)!
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