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Iryna
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 repeat families
4 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Menlo Park, CA
Paula 2 reviews
$38 per hour for 1 child
$38 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Menlo Park, CA
Hello! My name is Paula (children call me Lala/Yaga) and I’m a fun and caring 30-year-old with over 10 years of experience working with children. Throughout the years, I’ve worked as an au pair, live-in nanny, full-time nanny, co-teacher at a Reggio Emilia inspired school in Brazil, and most recently as a teacher at a nonprofit organization supporting families at risk and children with diverse medical needs. I also spent four years as a family consultant/caregiver for an amazing family in San Francisco, supporting them through infancy and toddlerhood while helping create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally supportive environment. I’m currently a master’s student at SF State for Early Childhood Education with concentration in Special Needs. Caring for children has always been my passion. I love seeing their excitement as they learn something new and the way they view the world with such imagination. I’m proactive, responsible, and have wonderful references from my past positions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions. I’d love the chance to share my experience and work with your family! Warmly, Paula
“I can't recommend Paula enough! Her background in Early Childhood Education truly makes her exceptional. She isn't just a caregiver—she's an active teacher who cares both about the child and the family as a whole. She brings so much intentionality to our days. She plans fun, age-appropriate activities that make learning feel natural. Her knowledge of child development is clear in how well our child has developed into a thoughtful and curious young man. She's calm, professional, and I completely trust her. I also consider her language skills with Spanish and Portuguese to be an huge plus. Any family would be incredibly lucky to have her as a partner!”
Gissell 2 reviews
$28 per hour for 1 child
$28 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Menlo Park, CA
Hi families! My name is Gissell, I am 24 yrs old & I am a bilingual (English & Spanish) nanny. I am CPR, first aid certified,& currently working on getting my CDA which I will complete in October .I have many years of experience in child care through helping care for younger family members from a very young age.This has given me hands on experience in managing routines, ensuring safety, and supporting children's emotional and developmental needs. It wasn’t until 2020 that I started working for families & have been a nanny ever since! I am skilled in providing childcare for a wide age range, from infants to pre-teens & some of many experiences have included diaper changing, bottle feeding,transitioning to solids, engaging in fine & gross motor skills activities, age appropriate stimulation, basic newborn sign language, nap routines ,driving to activities, prepping & cooking breakfast/lunch, light housekeeping,traveling with families,& the list goes on! I pride myself on having a strong work ethic,being reliable,patient, nurturing,responsible,& my ability to connect with children.You can always count on me for an extra pair of helping hands. Looking forward to getting to know you & your family!
Jazmin
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 3 families in Menlo Park, CA
Hi there! My name is Jaz and I’m a Bay Area native living in San Mateo and looking to support local families with childcare needs. I am experienced in working with children of all ages through my experience in the education sector and extensive nannying/babysitting. I am truly passionate about caring for kids and understand the importance of being a nurturing, patient, and dedicated caretaker. In my free time, I spend time with my two silly, loving, wonderful French Bulldogs and love to bake cakes.
Suparat $25 per hour for 1 child
I am an experienced preschool teacher with 11 years of experience caring for children from infancy to age 5. I’m CPR and first aid certified, patient, reliable, and committed to providing safe, nurturing, and engaging care. I am currently seeking a part time babysitting position.
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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Menlo Park?
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