Ms. Kaila
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Birthday: August 18th
Hometown: Destin, FL
Favorite Crayola color: Bluetiful
Background: My whole life I've felt that I have a calling to help other people and decided at 14 that the best way to pursue this was through babysitting. I've been babysitting children ranging from ages 1 - 10 since 2019 and have absolutely loved every minute of it. I believe that it is so important to connect with the kids through doing activities that they enjoy and making sure that they always feel listened to and well taken care of because nothing is more rewarding than knowing that you've made that child's day. In addition to babysitting, I have also coached tennis to children in elementary and middle school so I have learned how to effectively communicate to kids in a way that they can understand and learn from what I'm saying. I have found babysitting and coaching so fulfilling and am looking forward to spending more time working with children through Seminole Sitters.
I have received training on how to support children and teens with ASD from the FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD).
On her own, she’s cared for children as young as: 1 year old
Future plans: I am a student at Florida State University majoring in biochemistry on a pre-pharmacy track. My goal with this major is to do pharmaceutical research that can hopefully help many different people and families all over the world. After graduation I hope to stay in Florida and want to acquire a career working in a lab researching and developing new medicines.
When she’s not babysitting: I love spending time with my friends and family, especially if it's in the sun at the beach or by the pool and enjoy working out in the mornings before class.
Defining quote: “You change the world by being yourself.” — Yoko Ono
“Kaila is probably one of my most engaging babysitters I’ve had. My sons always request that she comes back. She’s very detailed-oriented.”
“Kaila was extremely patient and kind while caring for my 2 girls. She was always willing to play with them, entertain them and made them feel very comfortable. My kids would often ask me to leave so that Kaila could come over to watch them! Kaila is also very responsible. She showed up on time for every job and always had a great attitude. I always felt I could trust Kaila and felt comfortable enough with her to take my kids on outings to the park and movies on many occasions. Kaila is one of my kids favorite babysitters and they still ask to see her when she comes home for visits! ”