
"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! I am a responsible, compassionate, and experienced sitter who genuinely enjoys spending time with children and creating a safe environment for learning and fun. I understand every child is unique, and it is important to learn their routines, needs, and interests. I am a recent graduate with a Master of Science in Geography, and have had experience teaching (and caring for) kids from elementary school age to freshman year of college. I am passionate about childhood education and helping kids develop their interpersonal skills. I find it almost magical watching children discover, learn, and apply new things to their everyday life! Although my experience hasn’t followed one continuous timeline, children have been ever-present in my life through a variety of professional and familial settings. I am able to provide tutoring, care, and driving services with a very flexible schedule. I prioritize safety, enrichment, and fun to give parents peace of mind while they’re away. I’d love the opportunity to get to know your family!
Hi! My name is Sofia, and I am currently offering my services for childcare, senior care, and animal care. I have worked with children in some capacity or another for over 10 years, including as a social worker, higher education professional, horseback riding teacher, and camp counselor. I have extensive experience in caretaking for children ages 4 and up and lots of animals, too! I enjoy crafting, spending time outdoors, and being a supportive and positive presence for children of all ages. I am happy to help with homework if needed and light household chores. I am also comfortable with some degree of senior care and have experience caring for those with Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. I hold my bachelor's degree from the University of San Francisco, am currently earning a professional coaching certification, and happy to provide my resume and references if needed.
“Sofia is kind, prompt, and responsible. She always goes above and beyond. She is also very communicative.”
Professional Graduate Student & Former Educator Hi! I’m a high-energy professional and current Juris Doctor (JD) student with a passion for childcare. I’ve spent my career balancing professional excellence with a deep love for working with children. I currently work full-time in tech and hold an MBA from SCU, which means I bring a high level of responsibility, organization, and clear communication to every family I work with. Experience My foundation in childcare is formal and extensive I served as a preschool teacher for 3+ years, working hands-on with children ranging from 6 months to 5 years old. I am deeply familiar with developmental milestones, bottle feeding, potty training, and early childhood education. Beyond my professional teaching background, I am the go-to "Auntie" for my 7+ siblings, regularly caring for my many nieces and nephews. Whether it's managing a busy household of kids or a quiet night of homework help, I’ve seen and handled it all. What I Offer - Educational Support: As a law student, I’m happy to help with reading, writing, or school projects. -Health and Emotional Support: I enjoy making simple healthy meals for others to enjoy, and supporting healthy happy lifestyles through music, dance, outdoor movement, and games. - Safety & Reliability: I am a licensed professional with a focus on safety and punctuality. I am CPR/AED/First Aid certified by the Red Cross for adult & pediatric. - Animal Friendly: I’m a huge animal lover and am very comfortable with dogs and cats (I have two pups and a cat of my own! - Flexible & Discreet: I understand the needs of busy, professional households. Location: Based in San Jose | Open to Peninsula & SF
I would love to work with kids. I am very patient and friendly. Love to spend time with children. I am very focused and passionate at my work. I worked as baby sitter for a year and worked as a preschool teacher for 3 years. Currently working in Santa Clara unified school district in special education department.
Hi my name is Mikayla and I am currently a student at San Jose State studying child development. I have a passion for working with kids and I have a lot of experience working with all ages. I am super outgoing and a very organized person. With my major I have been able to learn a lot about children and how to be a good care giver at the best of my ability. I enjoy being outdoors and spending quality time with my niece who is 10 who I have babysat on multiple occasions since she was an infant. I am super flexible and excited to work with new families!

As of October 2026
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4.9 average star rating from total of 1,375 reviews in Aptos, CA

"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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