
"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! I am a recent CSUF graduate with my B.S. in Marine Biology and was on full scholarship for cross country and track. I was involved in both athletic leadership and I am in the process of publishing my first research paper. I have been babysitting for toddlers and up ever since I was 12. I have also had dogs my whole life and I currently have cats and also had bearded dragons for several years so I can offer all the pet care! I also LOVE cleaning and organizing and have been doing yard work my whole life. I take playing outside and in creative ways with the children. I can also help tutor or sit down and read with them for a while. I do have my own car if any form of transportation is needed for grocery shopping, park time, etc. I am an open book and excited to meet you and your family!
I've worked at boys and girls club as a staff member and I was a school bus driver at HB boys and girls club. I also was a school bus driver for Durham school services for 3 yrs . I am in process of having my PSS. Which a peer support specialist where I help people. I'm really good with kids I always respect them and treat them as an equal and I do not talk down to them I speak to them I've also have taken ROP child development courses.
Hello! My name is Ashely and I have over 5 years of experience caring for children, especially from helping raise my own younger siblings. I am a responsible, patient, and caring person who truly enjoys spending time with kids and making sure they feel safe, supported, and happy. I am bilingual I speak both English and Spanish and I love doing fun activities such as playing games, outdoor play, and helping with homework. I can also cook simple foods, assist with daily routines, and I’m available part-time. I’m also able to help with light cleaning to keep the home organized. I am respectful of each family’s rules and always focused on children’s safety and well-being. I would be happy to support your family and provide reliable, positive, and loving care for your little ones. Thank you for considering me I look forward to the opportunity to work with you!
I've studied child development in highschool and currently interested in studying more in my college years. Worked at community service for 35 hours at Rio Vista elementary school. I like to do activities such as reading, activity solving, trivia, and all around someone fun to be with. I've just been interested in cooperating with children and improving the better quality of children's entertainment. I'm realibly available for the thease days so any day can work.
Hi! My name is Deena and I'm a first-year college student at UC Urvine with a genuine love for working with children. I've been helping out with my younger brother since I was 7, which taught me patience, responsibility, and how to connect with kids of all ages. I enjoy creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment where children feel comfortable and cared for. I plan to become a child therapist in the future, so working with kids is something I'm truly passionate about. Families can count on me to be attentive, nurturing, and dependable.

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5.0 average star rating from total of 2,084 reviews in Santa Ana, 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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