Ember Gonzalez
Bellingham, WA
Activity summary
Experienced and Caring Babysitter & Cat Sitter Ready to Provide Loving Care for Your Family!
Hello! My name is Ember Gonzalez, and I am a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with extensive experience in both babysitting and cat sitting. With a background in anthropology and a proven track record as a long-term nanny, I bring a unique blend of empathy, creativity, and reliability to every family I work with. I have a genuine love for children and animals, and I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for your little ones and furry friends.
For babysitting, I offer personalized care tailored to your child's needs, including age-appropriate activities, educational support, and a warm, friendly atmosphere that promotes learning and fun. As a cat sitter, I provide attentive and loving care, ensuring your feline companions feel comfortable and happy while you're away. Whether it's playtime, feeding, or simply keeping them company, I am here to make sure your pets receive the attention they deserve.
I understand the importance of trust and communication, and I strive to build strong, positive relationships with both children and parents, as well as with pet owners. Let me bring my skills, experience, and heartfelt dedication to your family, ensuring peace of mind and happiness for everyone involved. Looking forward to meeting you and providing the exceptional care your family deserves!
Pet sitting $17 / hour
Pets I'm comfortable caring for:
- Cats
- Fish
- Reptiles
- Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)
Other pet duties I can do:
- Administering medications
- Feeding
- Pet playtime
- Daily exercise for your pet
Dog walking $17 / hour
- Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
- Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
Other pet services I can provide
- Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)
Household duties I can do:
- Housekeeping
- Laundry / washing
- Grocery shopping
- Running errands
Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $18/hour
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
- Babies (3 - 12 months)
- Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
- Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
- Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
- Tweens (9 - 12 years)
- Teenagers (13+ years)
- Up to 4 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
- Light meals
- Full meals
- Bottle feeding
- Transporting kids
- Taking kids on outings
- Toilet training
- Changing diapers
- Bathing kids
- Help with homework
- Care for twins/multiples
I'm available for events
- Special event babysitting
I can provide special needs care
- Care for special needs kids
I can do tutoring
- Tutoring
I can do house sitting
- House sitting
Other services I can provide
- Yard work
- Cleaning
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.
I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Bellingham for work.
Here's my weekly availability:
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- Last minute bookings
- School holidays
- Public holidays
- Overnight jobs
- Full weekends
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
- 4 months experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- Pet owner references
- 6 years experience working with children
- CPR training
- First aid training
- General credentials:
- Email verified
- 24 years old
- Driver's license
- I have a car
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Permanent resident
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English and Spanish
I am a recent graduate from Western Washington University with a Bachelor's degree in Anthropology. My education has provided me with a deep understanding of cultural diversity, child development, and effective communication skills.
I have extensive experience as a long-term nanny, caring for children aged 2 to 14, where I provided personalized care, engaged in educational activities, and fostered a nurturing environment. My role included managing daily schedules, assisting with homework, and creating fun and stimulating activities.
I am certified in CPR and First Aid, ensuring that I am prepared to handle emergencies with confidence and care. My training and experience make me a reliable and compassionate caregiver, dedicated to providing the best possible care for your children and pets.
My skills and interests:
- Music
- Singing
- Dance
- Comedy
- Reading / storytelling
- Drawing / painting
- Arts / crafts
- Swimming
- Nature
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Computers
- Writing
- Foreign languages