Montessori inspired, play based, child care

Hart, Beaverton OR

Description

Let me tell you about the best Nanny. She is my wife. She is more than a Nanny for the kids she cares for. She builds lasting relationships that continue even after children outgrow child care and start school. She's very experienced and has been working with children for the past 20 years. She has worked in all types of settings. From the most corporate care centers to the most "Portland" style, from Nanny in your home to Nanny share in ours and everything in between. I'm an elementary school teacher now, but I worked in child care in my undergrad years. We both learned firsthand that having too many kids all the same age in a cohort together can lead to a lack of attached care. Over 5 years ago when we were expecting our daughter, we decided that a stay-at-home mom Nannyshare was the way to go. We chose this for multiple reasons and think that you might be interested too. Our reasons are: -A home setting is where kids feel most comfortable, we strive for kids to feel like this is a second home for them. -A small cohort size is needed for children to feel attached and bonded to their caregiver. -Children need quality time with their caregiver at all times throughout the day. -A caregiver needs quality time with the children in their care to really get to know them and individualize their care to meet their needs developmentally, emotionally, and academically. We noticed in large corporate centers, small daycares, and even large in-home daycares that the kids just lack attention. It isn't that the workers are not doing their best, it is just that the job is too large. Kids under 4 years old need smaller groups, mixed developmental stages, and attentive care. That is exactly what my wife does. Over the past 4 years, her cohort has changed slightly a few times and it is ready to change again. She is looking for a new family to join our cohort. A child between 6 weeks and 6 years old would work out well for us. Our daughter is just about 5 years old. My wife also cares for a 4.5-year-old full-time and a 26-month-old and a 14-month-old part-time. She's apt at cloth diapering or using disposables. Breastmilk or formula bottles are cool. She serves mostly vegan and vegetarian foods that are local, organic, and home-cooked. Breakfast, lunch, and several snacks are provided, but you are welcome to supplement or provide your own. Our home is a non-smoking dog and mostly pet-free home. We have some aquatic pets like fish, frogs, snails, and shrimp. We have a 2 story house on a cul-de-sac with a back yard. They sing, dance, build, explore, create, make, design, and play every day. Children have their own rhythms and thrive on routine and structure. My wife follows the child's lead when it comes to naps and other body needs while providing a consistent and predictable structure. Don't take my word for it though because I'm biased. She's got plenty of references, families she has worked for years ago, families from not too long ago, and current families. She background checked, but you are welcome to do your own as well. If a small group setting/nanny share is what you have in mind, this sounds like a good fit, or you're interested in talking more please don't hesitate to reach out.