Jo Ann G.
Me💫I live a grounded, holistic lifestyle, and I bring that same steady energy into my work. I believe in simple, healthy routines... gentle movement, balanced meals, and staying connected to my body in a way that keeps me clear, calm, and well. Nothing extreme... just a lifestyle that supports steadiness and presence. I’m a calm, heart‑led person who’s very attuned to people’s energy, pace, and comfort level. Whether I’m supporting adults, seniors, or children, I show up in a way that helps people feel safe, understood, and never rushed. I’m also someone who learns continuously... always adding new tools, new understanding, and new ways of supporting people. My background gives me strong foundations in communication, emotional support, and person‑centred care, and my holistic studies keep me growing in a steady, grounded way. I value kindness, consistency, and creating peaceful environments. I live what I teach: balanced, healthy, and aligned. ✨
👋I’m a grounded, steady caregiver with real‑life experience supporting children in both home and community settings. When my child was young, I provided in‑home babysitting for multiple families and supported neighbourhood kids on weekends. More recently, I’ve helped with school‑walk routines and morning transitions, offering a calm, reliable presence kids can trust. I’ve recently completed my Community Service Worker (CSW) training, adding fresh skills in communication, emotional regulation, and child‑centred support. This updated learning helps me understand routines, sensory needs, and emotional cues in a deeper, more attuned way — especially for sensitive, shy, or anxious children. I also bring transferable strengths from my work with adults and seniors that naturally support children’s wellbeing: Emotional regulation support 💚 helping kids settle, transition, and feel safe in their bodies Sensory‑aware care 💚noticing overwhelm early and adjusting the environment or pace Grounding and calming tools 💚simple breathwork, grounding games, and gentle mindfulness for kids Routine building 💚 creating predictable rhythms that help children feel secure Confidence‑building 💚encouraging independence, self‑trust, and small wins Movement and balance activities 💚 light stretching, playful strength‑building, and body‑awareness games Creative expression 💚crafts, sensory play, and imaginative activities that support emotional growth I focus on creating a safe, predictable environment where children feel understood, supported, and able to move at their own pace. 🧒👶👧My approach is warm, patient, and attuned ... the kind of presence kids naturally relax into. 🦋I also keep a small professional portfolio with my certifications, training, and references, available anytime if you’d like to see it.
Desired salary $30/hour





Education
Non-smoker
Have a valid driver's license
Comfortable with pets
Can swim
Able to travel with the family
Can work in homes with video surveillance
