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Grand Rapids, MI 49534
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Experience: 5 yrs
COVID-19 vaccinated
Hi! I'm Christa, and I absolutely love working with children. I enjoy doing crafts, playing sports, assisting with homework, and engaging in activities that help kids grow and learn. I'm passionate about creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment for children. I started working with kids of all ages when I was 15 assisting my next door neighbor with her childcare service. I later became a nanny for a family while attending community college at GRCC. After graduating from GVSU with a degree in Psychology, I became a Paraprofessional working with kids with autism and down syndrome. As someone who is responsible, reliable, and committed, you can trust that I'll take great care of your little ones while making sure they have a great time!
Courtney K.
Reviewed on 3/16/2025
I have had a unique opportunity to work with Christa both in a professional and personal setting. As a coworker in a special education classroom, Christa shows an immense amount of patience and calmness with students. She has a special way of relating to them at a level they respond to, always ensuring they feel heard and understood. Beyond the classroom, in a personal setting, Christa has babysat for my three boys multiple times, and she does an outstanding job every time. My kids are 12, 10, and 6, my youngest has ADHD, which can make managing his behavior and impulses a challenge. Christa handles these behaviors flawlessly, always finding creative and engaging ways to keep him focused and entertained. She has a great way of juggling the age gap between my kids, keeping them all happy and involved without resorting to video games or iPads. Christa is an amazing babysitter, and I feel completely at ease knowing my kids are in her care. I can't recommend her enough!
Age groups
0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs
Willing to care for up to 5 children
Rates
Recurring jobs
$20-22/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$22/hr
2 children
$25/hr
3 children
$28/hr
4 children
$31/hr
5 children
$34/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Child care
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Travel
Education
Grand Valley State University - 2024
College degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
Early child development knowledge
Special needs care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM
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