
"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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Hello! My name is Katy . I have my Bachelors of Arts Degree in Sociology and a Minor in Child Development! I have always had love and patience for children growing up as I was raised in a big family! I chose to work with children as my career path because I know it is what I am passionate about. I have been working for the city as a Recreational Assistant for about 6 years now which includes caring for children 5-15 years old. I have worked for a summer camps every summer which allowed me to care for large groups of children. My responsibilities consist of tutoring, crafts and sports! I have been trained on keeping kids busy by creating fun activities and playing actively with them through recreational fun! While of course keeping them safe at all times. I have been a soccer coach for 5 and 6 year olds for about 4 years now. I have also been a youth fitness coach for girls 5-12 years old. I have worked with my mom in housekeeping and have experience cleaning and organizing! I also knowing how to cook various meals and enjoy doing it! I am also an animal lover š¾ I have 2 Huskies and one terrier who I care for as well. I have a strong worth ethic and take my jobs seriously!
18 years childcare experience ⢠newborn & toddler specialist ⢠reliable household support Hello families! My name is Lorena. I have 18 years of experience caring for children of all ages, with the last 10 years focused on newborns, infants, and toddlers. Iām calm, patient, and attentive, and I love creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive. Iām experienced with newborn care, feeding routines, sleep support, diapering, and age-appropriate play and development. Iām also happy to help with light household tasks related to the children, such as simple meal prep, tidying play areas, and childrenās laundry. Families describe me as reliable, loving, and trustworthy, and I truly enjoy supporting parents and their little ones. Rates:⢠1 child: $32/hour⢠2 children: $35/hour⢠Newborn/infant care: $35ā$38/hour
Hi! My name is Daisy, and I have several years of experience caring for children of different ages. I strive to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children can learn, play, and feel supported. I enjoy planning age-appropriate activities, helping with homework, and keeping daily routines organized. Iām patient, dependable, and bilingual in English and Spanish, which allows me to communicate with a wide range of families. Iām currently a college student studying Political Science, and I bring strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills to every family I work with. I understand how important it is to find someone you can trust with your children, and I take that responsibility seriously. My goal is to give parents peace of mind while ensuring their children feel happy, cared for, and encouraged every day. I look forward to becoming a positive and reliable part of your familyās routine!
Hello families, *ABOUT ME* My name is Angie and I'm from Colombia, I'm in the United States because I want to improve my English. Here, I worked as an Au Pair and in my country I have also taken care of children of different ages, so I have experience in childcare. I am cheerful, patient, organized, energetic, I like to cook and clean. I like to do different activities, so that the children stay busy and learn through play. By profession, in my country I studied Communications, which makes me a strategic person and a good listener and I love dogs! *SKILLS* Good listening Love to help Communication Proactive Organized Efficient *LANGUAGES* English - Intermediate Spanish - Native *STUDIES* Los Angeles Valley College Mariana University - Colombia 2022 - 2023 | English 2016 - 2019 | Communications *EXPERIENCE* As an au pair in la 2021 - now I prepare meals I wash, fold and organize clothes I create different activities and games Experience driving with children I put them to sleep I can do everything related to the personal hygiene of children I can teach Spanish I can do other activities at home, if necessary. Thank you for your attention, thank you for trusting me and thank you for the opportunity.
Iām a responsible and dependable caregiver who enjoys creating a safe and positive environment. Iām happy to help with crafts, reading, games and bedtime routines while keeping things calm and structured. Iām also comfortable preparing simple meals and helping keep things tidy. Iām comfortable with pets and have several years of experience with both dogs and cats. Iām happy to help with pet care as well. My personality is calm, attentive and reliable. I prioritize safety and clear communication with parents.

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5.0 average star rating from total of 6,702 reviewsĀ in Northridge, 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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