Find an after school nanny in Maspeth, NY

Hi, I’m Kia! I’m a 27-year-old sitter with over a decade of experience caring for kids, pets, and homes and truly love what I do. Whether I’m building forts with little ones, cuddling with your pets, or making sure your home stays just the way you left it- I bring care, calm, and a personal touch to every job. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, a former lifeguard, and am available to teach swim lessons so you can count on me to keep things safe while still having fun. I’ve also worked in corporate finance, which taught me how to be dependable, detail-oriented, and respectful of people’s time and space. I’ve been a pet owner myself, and I know how important it is to find someone you trust. I’m the kind of sitter who sends updates, leaves things better than I found them, and treats every child or pet like they’re part of my own circle. When I’m not working, I’m usually outside staying active, reading a good book, baking a sweet treat, or hanging out with friends. If you're looking for someone warm, trustworthy, and easy to communicate with- I’d love to connect!

I grew up with a paintbrush in one hand and a bug jar in the other, and that's pretty much still true. As a recent Sarah Lawrence graduate steeped in art and culture, I'd love to share that curiosity with kids — turning a rainy afternoon into an art studio on the kitchen table, or a walk to the corner store into a scavenger hunt through history and nature. I believe kids learn best outside, hands dirty, following whatever's caught their attention — a beetle on the sidewalk, a cloud shaped like a dragon, the story behind a statue in the park. I've babysat for family and friends for years, bringing genuine curiosity rather than a checklist of activities. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, so safety's never an afterthought, but I leave room for spontaneity — fort-building, bedtime, and everything between. I show up present and invested, because the best part of this work is watching a kid's face when they've made or discovered something new.

I am an educated mother of two teenagers. Francesco 18 and Monzerrat 15. Both going to College this year. One for Nuclear Engineering and the other for Mechanical Engineering. I love to take care of babies, understand infants, their needs and guide them through their emotions teaching them that there are different ways to learn. I enjoy playing with them, reading and the whole process of taking care of a child that needs guidance. My traits: Patience, hospitality, and a bilingual educator both in English and Spanish (Ecuadorian) in 4 different Elementary Schools after school programs in Bellingham, Washington. Salsa teacher for middle school students, after school program in Bellingham, WA. Talents: I love to paint, writing a book about transition from childhood to Teenage and adult life. Caregiver Experience: Took care of my 2 children while taking care of my mother in law during her cancer stage. Took care of Grandma for about 6 years during her Alzheimer’s stage. Took care of my friend’s daughter every Summer (for 2 months) while staying with her, my kids and her daughter in New York City for about 5 years.

I'm a dedicated and reliable professional known for my strong work ethic, attention to detail, and willingness to go the extra mile to get the job done right. I take pride in showing up on time, staying organized, and always giving my best effort—whether I'm working independently or as part of a team. I'm not afraid to take on challenges and constantly look for ways to improve and grow.

I have worked with children and young people from ages 2-16. I have been a caretaker for numerous families since 2022. I also worked in the Family Programs department of the New-York Historical Society as a museum educator. At the museum, I specialized in early childhood education with ages 3-8. This past academic year I was a teaching assistant for the high school programs at the Clive Davis Institute at Tisch.