Sitter in West Chester, Pennsylvania

Hello! My name is Dexter Stratton, I was born and raised in Lansdale, and find myself always returning. I enjoy the many outdoor activities living here provides including skiing, mountain bike riding and hiking.I am also an active person, so exercise has great outlet and passion. This led me to attend West Chester University as a Nutrition and Exercise Science major, with a Human Development minor. I have babysat my neighbor's kids for 4 years as a before and after school but would like to expand my propensity for child care as I move into West Chester I enjoy sharing my love of the outdoors and creativity/art with kidsI think it's important to provide children with a fun, fulfilling and enriched environment.Kids are simply my favorite to be around never a dull moment. I am an enthusiastic and responsible person and look forward to meeting you and your kids! Dependable and dedicated Babysitter with four years in daycare and babysitting. Flexible and adaptable with extensive knowledge of child psychology and development. Devoted to helping children think creatively, solve problems independently, and respect themselves and others. Answer wide range of childcare needs for parents leaving on business or personal trips, in need of after school care, or evening. Prepare meals for children and keep house clean and picked up. Bathe and groom younger children when needed, and assist older children with bedtime preparations. Read to children and engage in a range of educational and fun activities. Maintain child-friendly, safe environments. Supervise children at extra-curricular activities and transport to and from sites. Occasionally handle sick children who must stay home from or leave school early. Administer first aid and daily medications as required.Utilized games, videos, and age-appropriate activities to spark childrens’ creative and intellectual development. Lead children between room, lunch, and activity areas. Addressed inappropriate and disciplinary issues promptly. Modeled and encouraged positive behaviors. Met with parents one-on-one to discuss issues and make developmental plans. SKILLS Positive reinforcement methods Charting and recordkeeping Understands developmental disorders Active listener Basic clerical knowledge Trained nanny Organized and proactive Follows schedule well Light housekeeping Egnaging People-oriented Creative Knowledgeable for school help Able to work weekends/nights Reliable and punctual Cheerful and energe