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Andrew
Booked by 114 repeat families
117 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 195 families in Forest Hills, NY

**fully vaccinated, immune as of March 20** Hey, everyone, Andrew here. As we enter the new normal, I'd love to discuss your specific childcare needs. In addition to my usual balance of comedy and care, I'm invested in the crucially important health of your family. An actor by trade, I'm also looking at a summer and fall without work or auditions, so I have more availability than usual. Don't hesitate to reach out. I have 6 years of NYC babysitting experience, and I live off the ABCD at 145th. Express trains for the win! I am background-checked and trained in CPR and First Aid, and you can get a great sense of my work from the reviews here on my profile. I'm an actor by trade and lover of yoga, animals, plants, and I'll always pay extra for guac. My goal is to have a positive impact on a family's day--and maybe a child's outlook--and I love to encourage creativity and cooperation in kids of all ages. I'm sensitive to sibling dynamics thanks to my two siblings (also searchable on here--Laura and Tommy), and I'm engaging, patient, and eager to get out to a playground, park, or library. Please note that I also request 36 hours' notice of a cancellation or shortening of a booking. After the 36 hours, I request payment in full for--at minimum--the hours originally booked. Thanks very much for your understanding! For bookings ending 10pm or later, I request a car home or money to book a car myself--since the trains get so strange late at night. Thanks immensely for considering me--I look forward to hearing from you!

Andrew was so good with my (sometimes fussy) 5-month old! Andrew helped out for a week and was a lifesaver. He has great energy, is comfortable with infants and is a joy to be around. Highly recommend Andrew!

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Andrea
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 5 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi dear families! I am looking for one-time or part-time nanny jobs. I am a creative, patient, responsible, and reliable nanny with 7+ years of experience caring for and teaching children from 4 months to 12 years old. I am flexible and able to handle unexpected changes in schedules or situations with ease, grace, and confidence. ________________ Education Bachelor’s Degree in Language teaching. 2013 - 2019 La salle University Bogota, Colombia ______________ Skills CPR training Meal preparation homework help Bilingual (Spanish and English ) Non smoker Pet friendly vaccinated ________________ Experience: Live-out Nanny 2[removed] Private Residence/Manhattan NY Provided daily care for a 4-month-old baby from 8:30 AM - 5/6 PM. •Prepared bottles, fed the baby, and followed a nap schedule. •Read books and organize outdoor activities, including walks and playdates. •Supported developmental activities as the baby grew. •Performed light housekeeping (child’s laundry, tidying up the nursery and play area Live-out Nanny 2021/2023 private residence/Manhattan NY Provided daily care for a 2-year-old child. •Prepared lunch and assisted with mealtime. •Took the child to after-school activities. •Taught Spanish through engaging activities. •Organized outdoor activities such as biking, park visits, and playdates. •Created fun, educational activities for after school. Live- in Nanny (Au pair) 2019/2020 Massaia family/Watertown, MA Cared for two children (8 & 5 years old). •Picked them up from school and assisted with homework. •Prepared lunch, breakfast, and snacks. •Planned outdoor activities such as biking, swimming, and playdates. •Performed light housekeeping (kids’ laundry, tidying up rooms and play areas, cleaning up after meals). •Organized bedtime routines. •Designed fun, educational activities to support their development. English Teacher (practicum) 2017-2018 Cundinamarca Elementary School/Bogotá, Colombia Designed dynamic English classes using the Montessori method. Developed creative strategies to facilitate second-language learning.

Andrea did very well with our 21-month-old son. He took to her immediately and she was attentive to the schedule we keep for him. Clear and quick communication, as well

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Giovana
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$30 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Forest Hills, NY

Hi families! My name is Gio, but kids call me Gigi. I have over three years of childcare experience. Recently, I worked with a family in the East Village, caring for two 12-year-old and two 10-year-old girls. I helped with school pick-ups, after-school activities, playdates, homework support, meal preparation, and even stayed late sometimes. I also helped with laundry, errands, and maintaining routines to keep the household running smoothly. Before that, I worked as an au pair in both Connecticut and Italy, caring for young children (around 2 years old) and supporting families with daily routines, outdoor activities, meals, and age-appropriate play. I’m reliable, organized, patient, and enjoy building strong relationships with both children and parents. I believe in creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment while also helping families feel supported. I’m currently a student in New York City and have a flexible schedule. I’m available for after-school care most weekdays, but I can also accommodate longer daytime schedules on certain days each week. I’d be happy to discuss availability and find a schedule that works well for your family.

Gigi has been an extraordinary babysitter, very reliable, very flexible, very nice and easy to deal with.

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Annie
Booked by 1 repeat family
2 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hi! My name is Annie and I just graduated from the University of Virginia with my degree in nursing. I work in the city and I love to babysit in my free time!! I have lots of experience with a wide age range.

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Megan
Booked by 2 repeat families
2 reviews
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Forest Hills, NY

Hello! My name is Megan. I have a Bachelor's in Musical Theatre with a Communication minor. I have a vast experience working with children--I have helped with many theatre camps and productions that cast children and have been in charge of watching/ entertaining/ organizing a large group. I have a more intimate experience nannying my (almost 2!) niece from the time she was about 3 months old. I love being around kids--I love stories and music (hence my major!) and I feel at ease around children and want to make them happier and learn as much as they can!

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