
"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

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Hi, my name is Mayra, and I am a 25-year-old bilingual (Spanish and English) speaker with a passion for working with children. I do have experience working as a CNA and a Medical Assistant. I also have about 6 years of experience with working with children of many ages. Starting from infant care to grade school. I have work with about 5-6 families that have multiple children and have been caring for. I’ve also been a summer counselor assistant. I am CPR certified and have basic first aid knowledge, ensuring I can handle any emergency situations that might arise while babysitting. As a reliable driver, I can also help with transportation needs. I have experience caring for children of various ages, providing a safe, fun, and nurturing environment. With my commitment to safety, I am excited to offer my services as a trusted babysitter. While I may not have ratings on here, I usually get my jobs through word of mouth. I hoe you can consider me working with you and your family. Thank you!
I’m a caring, patient, and responsible mother of two with hands-on experience caring for children. I also volunteer in children’s ministry at my church, for where I enjoy interacting with kids and helping create a safe, positive, and supportive environment. I have nanny experience as well as additional experience working with families and children. As a parent myself, I understand how important it is to have someone who is dependable, attentive, trustworthy, patient, and genuinely caring. I’m comfortable caring for children of different ages and helping with playtime, meals, homework, school routines, and age-appropriate activities. I can also assist with light household tasks related to the children, such as tidying play areas, preparing simple meals, and keeping things organized. I’m calm, organized, punctual, and respectful of each family’s routines and parenting preferences. I enjoy creating a safe, positive, and comfortable environment where children feel cared for and parents can feel confident leaving their children with me. I’m looking for a part-time nanny or childcare position where I can build a consistent and trusting relationship with a family.
Hello! My name is Juliana, and I am 18 years old. I was born and raised in Oakland, California, and I am currently pursuing a degree in Education with a minor in Child Development. Working with children is something I am truly passionate about, and I have over four years of experience caring for and mentoring kids of different ages. I am energetic, responsible, and dependable, with a fun and goofy personality that helps me build positive connections with children. I enjoy creating engaging activities, supporting learning and development, and making sure children feel safe, happy, and cared for. I also have quick reflexes and stay attentive at all times, allowing me to respond quickly in any situation. My goal is to provide a nurturing, supportive, and enjoyable environment where children can learn, grow, and have fun. I look forward to bringing my experience, enthusiasm, and dedication to your family.
Hi! I have a lot of babysitting experience, paid and unpaid, from babysitting younger siblings and cousins to neighbors and family friends. I used to tutor kids at the Mathnasium and can defintely help with homework. I’ve also been a court appointed special advocate for a foster child, so kids with challenges do not scare me. I’ve also house-sat and taken care of all types of pets (friendly pets, haha). I graduated from UC Berkeley 2 years ago and am now working as a legal assistant and saving up while I apply to law school. And I looove arts and crafts🎨🧵🧶 I think that about covers it, but let me know if you have any more questions (:
Hi, my name is Rose. I’m a trusted caregiver with a lifelong passion for supporting families. Over the past several years, I’ve provided care for children of all ages, including newborns, infants, toddlers, and school-aged kids (yes, even twins!). I also have deep experience supporting children with special needs from assisting my daughter-in-law with her childcare facility and supporting a family with 2 neurodivergent children. Beyond that, I’ve spent many years caring for the children of family and friends, so nurturing and supporting little ones has always been a natural part of my life. I enjoy engaging kids in creative activities, helping with homework, and ensuring they feel safe, supported, and cared for. Recently, I spent the past three years as the primary caregiver for my mother, which deepened my experience and compassion for senior care. I understand the importance of patience, dignity, and dependable support. I’m happy to assist with meal preparation, companionship, and day-to-day tasks. In addition to caregiving, I also offer household support, including doing laundry, light and deep cleaning, and running errands to help out. I’m known by family and friends as the one they call when they need help achieving a clean and organized space. I truly enjoy creating clean, tidy, and functional spaces. This stems from a childhood of supporting my father's janitorial service and owning my own home staging business. Looking forward to supporting you and your loved ones!

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"Amina came and helped us out when our babysitter canceled last minute. She was great with our kids. Even our 11 month old son who has stranger anxiety warmed up to her."
Marie C., parent

"She was so flexible and came last minute to help out. The house was really neat when I got home and both kids were asleep. Two thumbs up!"
Jenny S., parent

"Thrisa was amazing! Came over last minute and took amazing care of our 11 month old - including bedtime - she's coming back tomorrow :)"
Jesse D., parent

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