Meet Marissa H!

Name: Marissa Hunter        

Hometown: Rockford, OH

Age: 20

Major: Animal Biosciences

Favorite Color: Turquoise

Favorite Candy: Butterfinger

One interesting fact about yourself:

I am the only left-handed person in my family.

If you could have dinner with one person, alive or dead, who

would it be and why?

Singer/Songwriter Jimmy Buffett- he has the best outlook on loving life and living it to the fullest, and my dad would be so jealous.

It is a lazy Sunday, how would you spend your day?

Laying out in the sun with my mom until I get too hot after five minutes and jump in the pool.

What is the funniest comment you have heard from a child

while working for SMS?

Once I had a child ask me how old I was and I told her I was 20, then she responded very sternly with, “Well why aren’t you married and have your own kids?”

When you were a kid growing up, what did you want to be?

I always wanted to be an elementary teacher because I love little kids.

If you were stranded on a desert island, and could pick three

items, what would they be?

A dog, a volleyball, and a lifetime supply of ice cream…that stayed frozen of course!

What is the funniest memory from your childhood babysitter?

My childhood babysitter was always my grandma and whenever my brother and I would fight, she would make us sit on the couch and hold hands until we very reluctantly said nice things to each other.

What has been your most memorable experience while

working with SMS?

My most memorable experience was taking care of a very fussy baby and staying up with her all evening, then getting feedback from the mother saying how much she appreciated my work and how well I did with her child.

Meet Maria A!

Name: Maria Albino

Hometown: Cincinnati, Oh

Age: 22

Major: Animal Science

Favorite Color: Purple

Favorite Candy: Kit Kat

One interesting fact about yourself:

         I have played the violin since 1^st grade

If you could have dinner with one person, alive or dead, who

would it be and why?

         J.K. Rowling because I am crazy obsessed with Harry Potter

It is a lazy Sunday, how would you spend your day?

         Sleeping in, catching up with friends, and watching Netflix.

What is the funniest comment you have heard from a child

while working for SMS?

         “Are you 30 years old?”

When you were a kid growing up, what did you want to be?

         A veterinarian

If you were stranded on a desert island, and could pick three

items, what would they be?

         A bathing suit, my kindle, and sunscreen

What is the funniest memory from your childhood babysitter?

         When we cut off all the hair on my barbies.

 What has been your most memorable experience while

working with SMS?

My most memorable experience with SMS was walking in the New Albany parade in support of Victoria.

Meet Danielle J!

Name: Danielle Jennings             

Hometown: Parma Heights, OH

Age: 20

Major: Early/middle childhood studies

Favorite Color: red

Favorite Candy: sour gummy worms

One interesting fact about yourself:

I hate ketchup.

If you could have dinner with one person, alive or dead, who

would it be and why?

Mila Kunis because I think she is a perfect human.

It is a lazy Sunday, how would you spend your day?

Watching Netflix and doing homework.

When you were a kid growing up, what did you want to be?

An actress

If you were stranded on a desert island, and could pick three

items, what would they be?

Sweet tea, potato chips, and a cellphone with service.

What is the funniest memory from your childhood babysitter?

I did not have a babysitter, my mom was a stay at home mom.

What has been your most memorable experience while

working with SMS?

 Just seeing the kids and hearing them say crazy things.

Meet Kim S!

Name: Kim Smith

Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio

Age: 22

Major: Speech Language Pathology

Favorite Color: blue

Favorite Candy: M&Ms

One interesting fact about yourself:

I can mirror write (writing backwards and reversed). Not sure what use this skill set is, but I can do it!

If you could have dinner with one person, alive or dead, who

would it be and why?

Channing Tatum, so I could tell people I went to dinner with Channing Tatum.

It is a lazy Sunday, how would you spend your day?

Watching greys anatomy reruns avoiding homework

What is the funniest comment you have heard from a child

while working for SMS?

“We have lots of snacks!” – On why I should move in (“live with her”)

When you were a kid growing up, what did you want to be?

A teacher.

If you were stranded on a desert island, and could pick three

items, what would they be?

My best friend (sorry Jess), music and water

What is the funniest memory from your childhood babysitter?

My babysitter had to drop me off at softball practice and as soon as I got to the field we both realized I was not wearing shoes (oops!).

What has been your most memorable experience while working with SMS?

I have been with the service for a long time now, so it is hard to pick one!! One of the most rewarding experiences has been having the opportunity to see the kids reach new milestones and grow up. I have been able to form close relationships with families, which is wonderful.

Meet Nicole C!

Name: Nicole Carr

Hometown: Yorktown, Indiana

Age: 21

Major: Biology/Pre-Health Professions

Favorite Color: Purple

Favorite Candy: Sour Patch Kids

One interesting fact about yourself:

I did gymnastics for 8 years and cheerleading for 9.

If you could have dinner with one person, alive or dead, who

would it be and why?

Taylor Swift – I have been an obsessive fan since day 1. She is my role model and meeting her would be the highlight of my life.

It is a lazy Sunday, how would you spend your day?

Watching Netflix and lying in bed or on the couch

What is the funniest comment you have heard from a child

while working for SMS?

I have really bad joints and my ankles/knees/feet pop when I walk. One little boy asked me, “Why are your socks making that funny noise?”

When you were a kid growing up, what did you want to be?

I always wanted to be a doctor. My mom worked in doctors offices growing up, and when she had to work after hours my sister and I would go in and play doctor while we waited for her.

If you were stranded on a desert island, and could pick three

items, what would they be?

1.    Music

2.    My mom

3.    Sunscreen

What is the funniest memory from your childhood babysitter?

I never had a babysitter as a child – my grandma and great uncle both lived with us so there was always an adult around.

What has been your most memorable experience while

working with SMS?

I really love babies so any time I get to be with a newborn or infant is a great time for me.