Hi mums, dads and kids,
I am a mother of 2 teenage daughters. I have had a lifetime of experience working with and being around children. I interact comfortably with children of all ages, making them feel at ease and happy. I just love kids!
I am the eldest of 4 children, so I spent many years looking after my younger siblings. When I wasn't minding my siblings, I was babysitting my younger cousins. I have spent the past 17 years looking after my own children, as well as plenty of their friends...whether it be for play-dates, sleep-overs or just simply driving them from "a to b". I also mind my 5-year-old niece quite regularly.
From the time my daughters commenced pre-school, I volunteered at their schools. In their younger school years, I spent each day assisting with guided reading and literacy groups, passive play at lunch times and gross motor skills. I assisted each year with all sporting events, including swimming, cross country and athletics carnivals, and managed teams on gala days. I volunteered in the canteen and with school fundraisers. Over the years, I have driven various children around, whether it be to zone carnivals or extracurricular activities. I have always been a mum that other parents can count on whenever help is needed!
I have also assisted over the years with my daughters' extracurricular activities, such as gymnastics and trampolining. Whether it be assisting the coaches, helping at competitions or simply helping to pack up the equipment after each session, I have been willing to help.
I was employed casually for 3.5 years child-minding for a market research company, which provided child-minding for mothers who were participating in market research groups. My employment ceased when the 2 owners of the company retired.
So, as you can see, I have spent my entire life around children. They have been such a huge part of my life. Not only have they learnt from me, I have learnt so much from them, including a whole lot of patience and tolerance!
I can't wait to meet you!
Reviews
27 families and businesses in your area recommended Karen...
"Karen is such a wonderful babysitter. Our sons love having her around. They warm up to her straight away on her first day (which is unusual for our 3yo who’s usually quite shy and takes forever to get to know stranger). She has shown so much care and love towards the children, spending time to get to know them and giving them the attentions that they need. My 3yo kept asking for her the very next day.
It’s a great pleasure to get to know Karen and we would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone who’s searching for a nanny/babysitter. We can’t wait to have her back again in the near future!"From April - Macquarie Park
"Karen is a miracle worker, on her first day as our nanny she managed to teach our 3 year old daughter (with the speech delay and diagnosed with mild autism) a few new words. Karen respects and understands children and they all love her back. We couldn't be happier and would recommend her to anyone searching for a nanny."From Tatiana - Summer Hill
"Karen is a beautiful ball of energy. She came with great ideas for my son and gave me so much confidence in caring for both children, even with Stella being only 3 months!! My toddler was super happy at the end of the day - really keen to have Karen back soon, thank you!"From Alex - Lane Cove North
"Lexi was amazing with the kids. Our 2yo and 5yo took an instant like to her and refused to let her leave at the end of the day. Lexi was very present and engaged with our 2yo in all sorts of games and helped guide and teach him along the way which was great to see."From Mikhail - Chatswood
"Karen was great with the kids! They were playing with her within seconds of her walking in the door. She is patient, respectful and kind to them and super easy to get along with. Would love to have her watch the kids again. "From Riffat - Lane Cove
"Karen did an excellent job caring for my 3 boys (ages 5, 3 and 1). She was very warm and capable of attending to their various needs (eg sleep, feeding, entertaining). We look forward to having Karen again 😊"From Renee - Lane Cove West
"This is the second time Karen has cared for our little ones. When she turned up, my 21 month old ran to her and wouldn’t let her go! He’s been asking for her ever since…I think that’s the best kind of review!"From Alex - Lane Cove North
"Karen was great with our 15 month old son. She was punctual and communicated well. She also looked after our dog very well. We will have her back again with pleasure 😊"From Joanne - Lane Cove
"Karen was excellent. She is very personable, communicates very well and was very prompt. Looking forward to having Karen look after our daughter in the near future "From James - Lane Cove West
"Karen was brilliant. Kids warmed up to her instantly and we felt very confident they are in good hands when we left. "From Agnieszka - Riverview
"Karen is our current permanent nanny. She is a wonderful person and we trust our children with her completely. "From Amy - Castlecrag
"Karen was lovely, lots of experience, kids have already asked when she'll visit again! Thanks :)"From Peter - Hunters Hill
"Karen has been with us for 1.5 years, she is amazing, caring , taking good care of my daughter. "From Sue - Ryde
"Karen was awesome! She was great with the kids. We hope we get to see Karen again soon!"From Matt - North Ryde
"Karen did a great job at looking after my son. Thank you, Karen. "From Melanie - Chatswood
"Karen is great. She is warm, caring and our kids love her!"From Gail - Lane Cove
Childcare Experience
I have been around children my entire life. I am the eldest of 4 children and have numerous younger cousins. I am the mother of 2 teenage daughters, I have 2 Goddaughters and am an Aunty. I have had many years' experience volunteering at my daughters' school and with extracurricular activities, assisting in various roles. I have looked after many of my daughters' friends over the years. I was employed on a casual basis for 3.5 years child-minding for a market research company.
I interact comfortably with children of all ages. To make a child laugh, or just simply smile, is my most rewarding child-care experience. I also enjoy teaching something new to a child each day. Learning from children is just as rewarding. They have taught me patience, tolerance, understanding and the power of compromise! We teach each other how to be better people.
