Introduction

Hello everyone!
My name is Samuel, I am French and have been living in Japan for over 8 years. As you can see in my photos, I am a very smiley person, and I sure love my critters! At home, I have two bunnies, two lizards, and two fish tanks. In my free time, I love to watch movies, listen to music, collect figurines, and engage in artistic activities such as painting, sculpting, collaging, embroidery, sewing, and more -- which I hope to share with your children!
I am a babysitter and tutor based in Sangenjaya (available to travel all over Tokyo and not top far in nearby prefectures) with over 6 years of experience keeping and teaching children 5-18. I am available for regular or sporadic baby-sitting, or school tutoring / language teaching. I can stay until whatever time you need so long that I can get on the last train or if you pay for the taxi.
My skills:
- bilingual English and French (a bit of Japanese spoken, and I studied German for 7 years, as well as Latin for 6 which helps me understand Spanish)
- trained in CPR and AED on toddlers and children
- get along very well with kids of all ages and can always find something to do!
- experience in teaching languages, good writer, good speaker, love crafting.
I hope to have the chance to meet and take care of your children soon!
Note: I have dyed hair, tattoos, and ear piercings.
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Bonjour à tous !
Je m'appelle Samuel, je suis français et je vis au Japon depuis plus de 8 ans. Comme vous pouvez le voir sur mes photos, je suis quelqu'un de très souriant et j'adore les animaux ! Chez moi, j'ai deux lapins, deux lézards et deux aquariums. Pendant mon temps libre, j'aime regarder des films, écouter de la musique, collectionner des figurines et pratiquer des activités artistiques comme la peinture, la sculpture, le collage, la broderie, la couture, etc. – activités que j'espère partager avec vos enfants !
Je suis nounou et professeur particulier basé à Sangenjaya (je peux me déplacer dans tout Tokyo et dans les préfectures voisines) et j'ai plus de 6 ans d'expérience auprès d'enfants de 5 à 18 ans. Je suis disponible pour du baby-sitting régulier ou ponctuel, ou pour du soutien scolaire / des cours de langues. Je peux rester jusqu'à l'heure qui vous convient, dans la limite du temps nécessaire pour prendre le dernier train ou un taxi si vous prenez en charge les frais.
Mes compétences :
- Bilingue anglais-français (je parle un peu japonais, et j'ai étudié l'allemand pendant 7 ans, ainsi que le latin pendant 6 ans, ce qui me permet de comprendre l'espagnol)
- Formé aux premiers secours et à l'utilisation d'un défibrillateur pour les tout-petits et les enfants
- Je m'entends très bien avec les enfants de tous âges et je sais toujours les occuper !
- Expérience dans l'enseignement des langues, bonne communication écrite et orale, j'adore les activités manuelles.
J'espère avoir bientôt le plaisir de rencontrer vos enfants et de m'en occuper !
Note : J'ai les cheveux teints, des tatouages ​​et des piercings aux oreilles.
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CANCELLATION POLICY (all timing is calculated based on the start time of the scheduled
sitting)
48+ hours before the scheduled sitting: No cancellation fee
Between 48-24 hours: 50% of sitting fee
Within 24 hours: 100% of sitting fee (+ transportation cost if on the way)

Experience

I have over 6 years of experience keeping and teaching children 1-18.
It started with teaching English and helping with homework to French kids every week, and I had up to 7 students at a time. They all unfortunately left Japan at the same time, so I picked up babysitting, and I have been keeping an 8-year-old child after school three days a week since September 2023.
In November 2023, I was tasked to travel around Tokyo and find activities for another 8-year-old child to do while his parents were working during a business trip to Japan. Very fun, the kid loved it and the parents were very satisfied!
I've worked with CareFinder for about a year, took a break for a year, and now I am back!
I alao now teach half-time at a Montessori preschool, so I have experience with Montessori and younger children.

Can Babysit

Children

  • 4 - 6 years old
  • 7+ years old
4 Children

Skills & Services

Languages

  • Japanese
  • English
  • French
Little bit of Japanese spoken, studied German, understand Spanish roughly.

Services

  • Online Lessons
  • Pick up children from
  • Light Housekeeping
  • Cooking/Meal Preparation
  • Care with foreign language
  • Homework help
  • Events
  • Overnight
  • Travel
  • Pet care

Certificates

  • Youchien teacher
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Not Completed Government Approved Babysitter Training

Availability

 
6am - 9am
9am - 12pm
12pm - 3pm
3pm - 6pm
6pm - 9pm
9pm - 12am
12am - 6am
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
This schedule may not be up-to-date.

Reviews

5
Your rating: 5

Got along with my sons

Aki
5
Your rating: 5

Communication was very smooth, and he quickly built a great connection with my son and spent time with him in a fun and engaging way.
He has a calm and kind personality, which made me feel very comfortable leaving my child in his care.

Yuko
5
Your rating: 5

We absolutely loved Samuel! He's punctual, super responsive with messages and a lovely human being :)) Will definitely be booking again if we're ever back in Tokyo!!

Ali
5
Your rating: 5

Very flexible, reasonable offer and very patient with kids! Super nice and
sweet!

Aya
5
Your rating: 5

子供がとても懐いており、楽しく過ごせたようです。
またよろしくお願いします。

deokjoo
4
Your rating: 4

Overall a good experience with Samuel.
Samuel is a young baby sitter but she is trying very hard to be good at his job. That is for sure. She has always been on time despite very early shift and tight schedules which is a relief and a great help. She has always proposed new things to do and offered solutions which also appreciated, even small initiatives which he has.

He is young so I could tell that maturity wise there were some situation she could face she was not prepared and on the spot lacked maybe experience to handle them but he learns fast and come back stronger the next day. That is a very good point he is not a quitter.
The job did not need a follow up in terms of cleaning and housekeeping, she kept it to the bare minimum and that is fine. Cooking skills wise I can tell though she was not really someone we could lean on to cook or handle that part but I did not expect much neither from the job offer on that aspect.
Beginning was hard due to also my son coming in a state of mind not being very cooperative and with resentment on the back of his current situation and his parents divorced so Samuel lacked some behavioral management skills but I'm sure this experience thought him and he would know better next time facing those moments. My son appreciated Samuel..they had good days and days less good as life is..he did not miss her but sometimes mentioned nice things he did with her or fun they had which is positive. Now Samuel has gender orientation which I respect and accept totally but he should refrain from discussing this with the kids.
Only red card was the day Samuel showed up to my place with newly made insects tattoos and a short that allowed them to be seen as they were above the knees. As she had to bring my son to work in a Conservative business Japanese environment it made me feel uncomfortable and I made her the remark. Samuel totally understood and next day onwards adopted a more appropriate wear when brining my son to work. I like tattoos but not in that way. His corrected behavior the next day and willingness to adapt clothing style shows his resilience and professionalism afterwards.
So I would recommend her yes..he has a lot of ideas, he is very smart, knowledgeable, can discuss many topics. Maybe more for girls as boys ages of my son would be more physical and sports oriented than he is but everything else he can definitely help, be a good baby sitter and help the child be safe..she always kept my son safe. He had hard time making him..but his parents as well so no hard feelings there...
Good Luck Samuel and thanks so much for your help as discussed. You have allowed a difficult situation to go smoothly and my son and I are very thankful and wish you all the best. I Insist he has helped in many ways and has been available even with last minutes changes. He is very reliable which is raree nowadays so thank you.

Yena Robert Apithy
5
Your rating: 5

Samuel is great with my 8year old daughter. We enjoyed cooking a lot.
We would highly recommend.

Atsuko
5
Your rating: 5

Samuel was an excellent sitter who made our kiddo feel safe and comfortable while we went out on a date night. Every step of the process was easygoing and considerate and we are so grateful to have found someone who was a great fit for our family!

Robert
5
Your rating: 5

Samuel is a very friendly and responsible sitter.

貴大
5
Your rating: 5

Samuel has a friendly and energetic personality, coupled with a strong sense of responsibility, making them a reliable babysitter. Their background in tutoring, babysitting, and caring for children with special needs equips them to provide nurturing care to children. Samuel's experience and enthusiasm enable them to create a positive and engaging environment. We believe Samuel will make a great fit for any family!

Claire @ CareFinder Support
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