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Berkeley, CA 94702
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Experience: 10 yrs
I am a certified lead teacher with my MA in early childhood education and am excited to be working with local families & preschools in Berkeley. Before I recently moved here, I started my own nature-based preschool in Denver, CO. I have been a lead preschool teacher with public sand private schools for several years. I am infant CPR certified & have a Wilderness First Aid certification. I have cared for several families' young children over the past 20+years, & watched several adorable babies become beautiful high school graduates. I love spending time outdoors, learning through hands-on experience, singing through activities & inventing games. I can't wait to play!
We had the incredible privilege of having Kat care for our family for three years, starting when my children were just 2 months old and 3 years old, through ages 3 and 6. I can honestly say she is the best childcare professional we have ever worked with. She is exceptionally reliable, trustworthy, and communicative. We always knew our children were safe, loved, and engaged, and she kept us well informed about their days, milestones, and anything we needed to know. What truly sets her apart is her thoughtful, child-centered approach. She intentionally plans developmentally appropriate activities that encourage learning, creativity, independence, and confidence. She has a wonderful ability to meet children where they are while gently helping them build new skills. She also fosters meaningful connections—with nature, with others, and within our family—and helped nurture the close bond our children share today. Beyond caring for our children, she brought an incredible sense of calm organization to our home. She naturally managed the day-to-day household routines related to the kids, always leaving things running more smoothly than she found them. Her calm, positive, and playful energy made our home feel peaceful and joyful. She became a true partner in raising our children, and we trusted her completely. We will always be grateful for the love, care, and dedication she gave our family during such important years. If you have the opportunity to hire her, you have truly hit the jackpot. I give her my highest possible recommendation without hesitation.
7/12/2026
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$38-50/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$38/hr
2 children
$40/hr
3 children
$42/hr
Can help with
Child care
Craft assistance
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Swimming supervision
Travel
Education
Arizona State University - Tempe
Graduate degree
Arizona State University - Tempe
Bachelor degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Certified teacher
Early childhood eductation
Special needs care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
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