From One Parent to Another:
the inspiration behind TINY TIDES
Founder, Shannon Haley, launched Tiny Tides in 2024. Most often you can find Shannon teaching, coaching or surrounded by children. With over 20 years of childcare experience, Shannon has a great love and understanding of children and has an extensive knowledge of child development and education. For years, Shannon has found joy in being a matchmaker for families and sitters.
Shannon has always recognized the high demand for reliable and trustworthy babysitters. After welcoming her first child, Matthew, in June of 2023, this demand became just that much more evident to Shannon. Her goal with Tiny Tides is to take the stress away for families looking for reliable childcare. Shannon’s experience as both an educator and recruiter has provided her with the essential understanding of the most important qualities in childcare providers.
Shannon graduated from Bates College with a degree in Sociology and Education and has a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Merrimack College. At Bates, Shannon was a member of the field hockey team and a captain her senior year.
Shannon lives in Newburyport with her husband Justin and their son, Matthew. Shannon is a 2nd grade teacher in Newburyport, as well as, the Varsity Field Hockey Coach at Newburyport High School, and she is one of the founders of Newburyport Youth Field Hockey. Through these roles, Shannon loves to create a nurturing and rewarding environment for the next generation!
Welcome to the Tiny Tides family, your go-to resource for dependable, trustworthy childcare throughout all the waves life throws at us!
