My field of study in higher education was Sociology, with a concentration in Criminal Justice, and a minor in Psychology. During the last year of my study, Law and English courses became the pursuits of my elective options. I obtained a BA, with the cum laude honor from the William Paterson University of New Jersey. I am a member of Alpha Kappa Delta: Gamma Chapter (National Sociological Honor Society) and was listed on the National Dean's List for several years.
From the age of 10 on, I have been in child care. I have taken several courses regarding child care, from the Red Cross certification I received in elementary school, to the child development classes in high school, to the teaching and child psychology courses in University. My life has always been one which has involved children on some level.
Past employments include working as a Substitute Teacher; as Nursery Coordinator; as Assistant Volunteer Donation Organizer and Collector for Toys for Tots (via a third-party group, the SCA); as long-term child care provider to
several West Milford and Ringwood families;
as a First Grade Teacher’s Aide, and as a CCD Teacher.
My most beloved achievement is being the proud mother of a wonderful eight-year-old son.
(This award, however, also makes me proud.)
I started this business because there was nowhere for me to turn to at the last-minute with my own Special Needs son. The rising costs of child care have been simply astronomical. I wanted to provide the community with a solid service that had heart at its core, and really considered the human factor of what today's families are faced with. I couldn't find it elsewhere, so I had to start it myself! I offer my services with utter transparency (who has time for games?), as a parent like you, and as an equal to the Associates I work with. The day I lose these qualities in my business is the day I close up shop.
Testimonials:
"You were definitely the best babysitter I'd ever had." - Jade, West Milford, former babysit-ee (now an adult!)
"It's easier to pay you in advance. I don't have to worry about having cash on me that day. The last thing I need to worry about is where my checkbook is." - R.R., West Milford, Client.
"You're the best money I've ever spent!" - A.G., Ringwood, Client.
"We loved her. She's great!" - S.L., Ringwood, Client (in response to working with Lead Associate Serena.)
"I like you playing with me!" - Matthew, Ringwood,
babysit-ee