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Tal 6 reviews
$15 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Union City, NJ

Hi! I am 21 years old and attend Oberlin College in Ohio where I'm studying psychology. I grew up in Brooklyn Heights and have lived here my whole life, so I am comfortable with public transportation, going to park, and other fun attractions for kids.When home on breaks, I live with my two parents, older brother, younger sister and dog. I have experience sitting for kids ages 1-9; this includes playing with them and getting them dinner together, bathing them and putting them in pjs, and reading books to put them to sleep. Sometimes I would bring my dog because one girl loved to play with him. I am allergic to dogs and cats, but I am able to work with families who have dogs that do not shed. In my free time I love to bake, paint, sew, play frisbee, and take my dog to the park. While my certification has lapsed, I have taken courses in CPR and first aid.

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Chrisalyn
Booked by 2 repeat families
1 review
$26 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Union City, NJ

Hello there busy parents, my name is Chrisalyn. I am bilingual Spanish & English. I am a college graduate, currently building a startup business and working side gigs in all my free time; such as pet/house sitting, babysitting and other tech remote work! and my goals include continuing my studies in marine biology, owning a house & building a family. Because of my love for animals and overall philosophy/morality of kindness & love first, I am cautious, attentive and above all have the utmost patience for kiddos. I love carrying for infants in their early learning stages and being there to encourage growth and learning. I’m very creative & ingenuitive so I am well rounded. I Can cook, clean, and keep organized. Whether you’re an overwhelmed mommy/daddy or just need that extra set of hands, I’m your girl 🫶🏻 I've grown up taking care of my 3 younger siblings most of my life, 2 toddlers, and 1 pre teen, as well as babysitting friends and family toddlers as well as seniors (I have experience as an in-home caregiver as well). I am always cautious, prepared, vigilant and responsible when having young children around, because all children are precious! Please take a look at my profile and email me with any questions. My most recent references outside of this app, include my verified repeat/past clients for house/pet sitting (can share a link to this platform) I look forward to becoming an important part of your child’s development and care 🥰

She's great with my daughter and very helpful.

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Mashiyat
Booked by 2 repeat families
6 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 8 families in Union City, NJ

Hi, my name is Mashiyat and I have been working with kids since I was 16 and have always enjoyed it. I worked my summers in high school at a science and engineering camp where I was a counselor for ages 5-7. I became early education and care certified in college when I was a teaching assistant for the on campus daycare primarily as an infant/toddler daycare teacher. In addition to providing direct care for the babies in my classroom, I also have experience working with infants as a medical assistant for a pediatrician’s office and worked directly with families at a children’s hospital to enroll them into clinical trials. Although I have mostly worked with infants and toddlers, I also have experience with kids of all age groups from summer camp or other previous babysitting positions.

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Lois
Booked by 3 repeat families
6 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 6 families in Union City, NJ

Hi! My name is Lois. I am nanny/babysitter with 10+ years of experience. I have worked with a wide range of families and age ranges from infants to pre-teens. This has equipped me with a quick mind and adaptability for any situation. I love to combine my love of theater and knowledge to create engaging activities for kids that allow them to not only learn but expand their sense of self expression . I have some prior experience working with kids with on the spectrum, and I am CPR and First Aid Certified. Excited to meet you!

Our family was so lucky to find Lois! During a 6 month project Lois came in and provided my two children (6 and 9) with after school care. Lois is prompt, kind and efficient. She was flexible with my evolving schedule and able to accommodate us during the random days off during the school year. Lois is incredibly fun, energetic and full of fantastic imaginative ideas. Always ready to run in the sunshine with both kids at the park, she was equally adept at making a rainy day fun. She played with both my creative story loving younger child, and could effortlessly flip over to a fun competitive game of pokemon or chess with my older child. There was always music and laughter. They never wanted her to leave.

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Annie
Booked by 26 repeat families
38 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 53 families in Union City, NJ

I started working as a mother's helper at the age of 10, and have been babysitting ever since! In high school I worked as a nanny 20 hours a week for a wonderful family with two infants, and also volunteered at Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital to ensure children separated from their parents for long periods of time were receiving the critical attention needed to develop their gross and fine motor skills. During college I worked as an occasional sitter for many different families in the D.C. area. I have been living in New York for about 5 years now and work full-time as a Copywriter at a creative agency, so I just take a few babysitting jobs each month on nights and weekend :) For five summers when I was 18-23, I worked as a counselor at Camp Onaway, a sleep-away camp for girls ages 8-15 in New Hampshire. After graduating from the University of Maryland in December 2016, I worked at a Swiss boarding school as a dorm counselor, Spanish Instructor, and as a ski instructor. In short, I LOVE hanging out with kids both younger and older! I have ample experience with newborns, infants, and toddlers, and I love kids of all ages and needs. I have babysat for children with special needs and behavioral differences, and I am always happy to accommodate any communication/behavioral/educational methods that your family prefers (though I do not have any specific certifications or training for different needs). I speak Russian and Spanish and I am happy to help children learning either language by simply speaking to them or working on certain vocabulary. I am happy to tidy the house or help out in the kitchen when babysitting, help with homework, run errands, etc. Thanks for your consideration!

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Can I find babysitters for evenings, weekends, or extended hours in Union City?

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