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MariaKathia
Booked by 10 repeat families
8 reviews
$27 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 11 families in East Elmhurst, NY

Hi dear families, my name is Maria Kathia, I am from Peru. I speak English and Spanish. I worked in Peru droppings off kids to school and picking them up from school to take them home some of them kindergarten and other elementary and high school. In USA I have been working with new born, toddler and kids different ages for 19 years in Bergen County NJ. I’m 57 years old and my daughters are adults. I like to have good communication with the parents. I consider myself kind, respectful, punctual, discrete, responsible, and loving with kids. I like to work with kids, play with them and take them to their activities or school. Prepare easy meals. Be cautious of food allergies. Organize their toys. I’m active with good energy. I prioritize keep the kids safe and pay attention to them. I can drive to their appointments, school. I’m fine working with families with small or medium dogs. I have a French bulldog. I love cockatiels and mine lived for 20 years with me. I’m fully vaccinated and booster. I don’t smoke. I have CPR Certification 2024. I’m willing to work anywhere in NJ and NYC. Thank you for reading my introduction!

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Stephanni
Booked by 13 repeat families
20 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 27 families in East Elmhurst, NY

Hello! My name is Stephanni and I have been babysitting/working in daycare centers for over a decade, beginning at my church nursery when I turned 14. I worked there for two years, taking care of children from 3 months-12 years old. When I turned 16, I began working at the daycare center at Lifetime Fitness (a gym in Texas) until I graduated high school. In college, I nannied for 3 children ages 11-15, and drove them to and from their after school activities. I moved to NY from Texas 10 years ago and have no plans to move anywhere else! My favorite thing to do in the city is to walk around and explore different neighborhoods and try different restaurants. In my spare time, I also love going to concerts and traveling! Please don't hesitate to reach out if you need more information!

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Sara
Booked by 24 repeat families
20 reviews
$35 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 49 families in East Elmhurst, NY

Hello, parents! My name is Sara. I am a nanny and early childhood educator with nearly 20 years of experience in private childcare. I live near Prospect Park in Brooklyn and work full time with a family on the UWS. I’ve been their nanny for the past 10 years. I studied music therapy at Berklee College of Music with an emphasis on early childhood development and child psychology. While working towards my degree, I taught in the two year old and three year old programs in a local preschool, and served as the music director at a Boston Gymboree. I am a huge believer in child-led play, respectful discipline, and nourishing the imagination. I have availability for babysitting on weekends, late nights, and occasionally when my nanny family travels. I try to keep my calendar up to date to reflect open availability. If you have any questions, please feel free to message!

Sara was great; she communicated well, solved problems proactively, and had an ease and confidence with our 15-month-old that made for a stress-free night out. Her years of experience are evident. Would definitely rehire.

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Mel
Booked by 54 repeat families
52 reviews
$40 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 86 families in East Elmhurst, NY

*NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING BOOKINGS* Hi! I’m Mel, your child’s future best friend ☺️ I’m a dedicated and nurturing childcare provider, household manager, home organizer, and personal chef with over a decade of experience caring for all ages, from infants to teens, and everything in-between. I prioritize creating a safe, stimulating, and supportive environment that promotes growth, curiosity, and confidence. My background includes expertise in child development and I have a strong interest in child psychology and learning how to best support their emotional needs. I have extensive experience with neurodivergent children and those with differing needs and I tailor my care to support each child individually. There is no one-size-fits-all method with children and I genuinely enjoy learning with each child in my care. In addition to my childcare credentials, I have a medical background, I’m CPR/BLS certified, an experienced personal chef, and a passionate home (and life!) organizer. I'd love to bring these skills to your household to help your lives run more seamlessly. I pride myself on having an individual approach for each family's unique needs and I look forward to hearing more about your family and what you’re looking for!

She was truly wonderful with my children! My five and eight year old loved her immediately. She was also very communicative and timely. I trusted her to take excellent care of my little ones-- can't recommend highly enough.

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Yudelkys
Booked by 6 repeat families
6 reviews
$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 12 families in East Elmhurst, NY

I currently work for a family taking care of two young girls. My responsibilities include picking them up from school, preparing them for bed, and cleaning/cooking. I love my job as each day I learn something new and relearn to view the world though a child's point of view. Previously, I worked transporting kids of special needs in the yellow school bus. I as well have experience working as a home attendant with children and senior citizens for four years. I am also a single mom of two daughters. One is a nurse and the other one is studying in college. In addition, I ,myself, am studying in college working to get my GED and associates degree for medical assistant. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, and sewing. I am a friendly and patient person and love taking care of others.

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"We were incredibly grateful that Maya was able to help us out with a last-minute childcare emergency. She matched our 9-year-old's energy with arts & crafts, some quiet reading, and a walk around the neighborhood. We'd have Maya back in a heartbeat!"

Hillary S., parent

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"We used Tania for a last minute emergency. She responded very quickly. My daughter seemed to enjoy herself. My son napped most of the time. I enjoyed how she kept me updated by text."

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"Hannah was awesome. Went above & beyond to help me with a last minute emergency. She was really sweet & great with my 16mo old. Highly recommend!!"

Lauren D., parent

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Can I find a babysitter in East Elmhurst for today or tonight?

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