Ella gilchrist
Simpsonville, SC
Activity summary
Welcome message:
I’m a reliable and caring childcare provider with experience working with kids from infants up to age 10. I’ve worked as a summer camp teacher, lifeguard (CPR and First Aid certified), swim instructor, and nanny, so keeping kids safe while still having fun is always my priority. I love creating a positive, engaging environment with activities that are both fun and educational, and I’m comfortable handling everything from meals and routines to teaching new skills. I’m patient, responsible, and genuinely enjoy building strong, trusting relationships with both kids and their families.
Valentine's Day Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny
Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:
- Newborns (0 - 2 months)
- Babies (3 - 12 months)
- Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
- Up to 2 children at once
Childcare duties I can do:
- Light meals
- Full meals
- Cooking with kids
- Bottle feeding
- Transporting kids
- Taking kids on outings
- Toilet training
- Changing diapers
- Bathing kids
- Supervising swimming / water play
- Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
- Before school care
- Preparing school lunches
- After school care
- Care for sick children
- Administering medications
- Care for twins/multiples
Household duties I can do:
- Housekeeping
- Laundry / washing
- Grocery shopping
- Running errands
Dog walking
- Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
- Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
- Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
Other dog walking tasks I can do:
- Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)
My availability
I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.
I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Simpsonville for work.
I'm available for:
- Valentine's Day
- Full weekends
- Vacations with the family
My credentials
I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:
- 4 years experience working with children
- CPR training
- First aid training
- First aid training for babies
- Asthma training
- Water safety training
- Swim coach
- 1 year experience working with pets
- I'm comfortable with pets
- I have pets
- General credentials:
- Email verified
- 16 years old
- Driver's license
- Emergency car access
- I have a car
- Non-smoker / non-vaper
- Covid vaccinated
- Languages I can speak: English
I have several years of hands-on experience working with children in a variety of settings, ranging from structured programs to in-home care. As a summer camp teacher for children ages 3–10, I was responsible for planning and leading age-appropriate activities that were both engaging and creative. I ensured children’s safety and well-being by managing snack times with careful attention to allergies, as well as assisting with daily routines such as restroom breaks.
In addition, I worked as a certified lifeguard, where I maintained a safe aquatic environment and was trained in CPR and First Aid, demonstrating my ability to respond quickly and effectively in emergency situations. As a swim instructor, I managed groups of children by maintaining structure and discipline while teaching essential swimming skills. I also incorporated basic educational elements, such as colors, timing, and simple questions, to create a well-rounded learning experience.
My experience as a nanny further strengthened my caregiving skills. I provided attentive care for an infant and a young child, including preparing meals and snacks, organizing educational and engaging activities, and managing daily routines such as diaper changes, bathing, and bedtime. Across all roles, I have consistently prioritized safety, creativity, and positive development, while building strong, trusting relationships with children and their families.
My skills and interests:
- Music
- Singing
- Dance
- Reading / storytelling
- Drawing / painting
- Arts / crafts
- Games
- Sports
- Fitness
- Swimming
- Nature
- Animals
- Cooking
- Design
