1 of 8 siblings, with 4 nephews and 1 niece on the way. I have helped, if not, been the biggest piece of raising them. Also worked for the city of San Jose for 5 years with kiddos with disabilities before moving to Colorado. Currently reside in far north Dallas as an advocate for Dallas CASA. I enjoy working with kiddos in respect to the parents agendas. I am an open book, please ask any questions I have left unanswered.

Specialized Care: ADHD, Allergies, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Visual Impairment

Hi my name is Samantha. I have always been verypassionate about Early Childhood Development and Intervention, as well as special education and children's wellness overall. I am currently studying at Chabot College to earn my AS-T in Early Childhood Development and Certifications as a Teacher, Infant/Toddler Specialist and Early Childhood Intervention Assistant (I've already earned my Associate Teacher Certificate). I have been in love with the childcare field since my mother opened her own daycare in our home when I was 11 years old and have beenworking with kids ever since. I truly enjoy every minute of it and strive to have even close to as positive of an impact on the children I care for, and their families, as they certainly have on me. I especially enjoy working with infants and toddlers and understand how important quality and responsive caregiving is to their cognitive development at this crucial stage that it sets the foundation for the rest of their lives. I have experience working with children from 6 weeks into the early elementary years and caring for multiples in both a single family home setting and a daycare setting. I am a firm believer that every child deserves respect and I take care to never invalidate a child's emotions. I love creatingdevelopmentally appropriate activities that challenge children, taking advantage of the learning opportunities that pop up during everyday routines to scaffold their learning and fostering an early love of learning by utilizing their unique interests. It brings me indescribable joy and fulfillment to see them grow and eagerly explore the world around them. Additionally I am CPR and first aid certified for infants, children and adults; fully vaccinated for COVID, Flu, MMR/Measles and TDAP; and have a recent negative TB test. Feel free to contact me if you have any other questions and I would love the opportunity to work with your family.

Specialized Care: ADHD, Autism, Developmental Challenges, Down Syndrome

I grew up in a household full of joyful laughter, always around children since I was the oldest of my entire family, caring for others comes naturally to me. I love storytelling, scrapbooking, arts and crafts, and learning new hobbies. I was an after-school instructor for about 4 years and moved into the healthcare industry but quickly discovered I loved working with the youth, it inspired me to become even more compassionate. I am currently a senior at CSU East Bay pursuing my bachelor's degree in business admin/management and my expected graduation date is May 2024.

24 year old obsessed with anything Disney 🫶🏼 I love being outdoors and exploring new places