I’m Sanaz (I also go by Sabrina!). I’m a warm, patient, and energetic caregiver with over 6 years of experience caring for children from newborns to teens. I genuinely love being around children, and families usually notice right away that I am very present, gentle, and engaged. My childcare style is playful, calm, and attentive. I love reading stories, making up games, building blanket forts, doing crafts, going outside, helping with homework, and turning everyday moments into something fun or meaningful. I pay close attention to each child’s personality, because some children need extra time to warm up, some need movement and silliness, and some need a quieter, more reassuring presence. One of the highlights of my week is volunteering at the Ravensong child immunization clinic, where I work with babies and young children in a clinical setting. I help with measurements and support children who may be nervous or upset. I’m also hoping to build a future in healthcare, so safety, trust, and gentle care are very important to me. I have a strong academic background as well. I was valedictorian in high school, study microbiology and oceanography at UBC Vancouver (currently on a gap year), and have been involved in tutoring, research, youth innovation, and science fair mentorship. I love helping children feel curious, capable, and proud of themselves, whether we are working on homework, reading, science, or creative projects. I also have a personal understanding of neurodivergence, which makes me especially thoughtful about sensory needs, transitions, routines, communication differences, and big feelings. I try to create an environment where children feel accepted, respected, and understood. Outside of childcare, I love books, art, museums, science, animals, and exploring Vancouver. I speak English and Persian fluently, and I know some ASL, French, Arabic, and Norwegian. I come from a close-knit family that values kindness, education, creativity, and responsibility, and those are the qualities I naturally bring into my work with children. I would love to be a steady, caring, and joyful presence in a family’s life, someone children feel excited to see and parents can feel completely comfortable trusting!

Family friend and private childcare, 6+ years: Cared for 1 to 3 children at a time, from newborns to age 12. Experience includes feeding, diaper changes, naps, bedtime routines, creative play, reading, art activities, outdoor time, meal prep, homework help, light housekeeping, pet care, and supporting children of different ages at the same time. Ravensong child immunization clinic volunteer, current: Volunteer with babies and children up to age 6 in a clinical setting. I help with measurements such as weight, height/length, and head circumference, while using calm, gentle communication to help little ones feel safe and reassured during appointments. This has strengthened my confidence with infants, young children, nervous children, and families in healthcare settings. Private tutoring and youth mentorship, ongoing: Provide one-on-one academic support and mentorship, especially in science, research, and project development. I have worked closely with science fairs, GVRSF, Youth Innovation Showcase, and Canada-Wide Science Fair mentorship, including helping students win major CWSF awards. Relevant childcare strengths: Experienced with babies, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children, and preteens. Comfortable with multiple children, sibling dynamics, routines, creative activities, homework help, sensory needs, neurodivergent children, and calm support during transitions or big feelings. I bring a warm, attentive, organized, and safety-conscious approach to every family I work with.

BSc Microbiology and Oceanography at UBCV