
"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 Alexandra. I am 27 years old and originally from Colombia. I have over 5 years of childcare and caregiving experience, including working as an Au Pair in both the Netherlands and the United States, as well as caring for children and individuals with special needs. I have experience with infants, toddlers, and school-age children. I currently work as a caregiver for a young adult with cerebral palsy, providing attentive and compassionate support with daily activities. This experience has strengthened my patience, responsibility, and ability to provide personalized care. I am a caring, patient, responsible, and trustworthy caregiver who enjoys creating a safe, loving, and engaging environment where children can learn and grow. I am a Spanish speaker and have basic English skills. I am also a licensed driver, comfortable with pets. Services • Infant and toddler care • Diaper changing and bottle feeding • Meal and snack preparation for children • Educational and age-appropriate activities • Reading, arts and crafts, and outdoor play • Children's laundry and organization • Light housekeeping related to the children • Care for children with special needs • Pet-friendly care I also have experience supporting individuals with disabilities through my current caregiver role, which has helped me develop strong caregiving, communication, and problem-solving skills. Activities I Enjoy With Children* I enjoy reading books, arts and crafts, music, dancing, outdoor activities, educational games, and helping children develop language and social skills through play and daily routines. Special Skills • Native Spanish speaker • Experience with infants and toddlers • Experience as an Au Pair in Europe and the United States • Experience caring for individuals with special needs • Licensed driver • Comfortable with pets Certifications & Training • CPR Certified • Childcare and infant care experience through Au Pair and nanny positions
Hi! My name is Juliette, and I’m a Psychology major at Boston College. I am originally from California. I’ve always loved working with children. I grew up babysitting for my neighbors. In high school, I ran an afterschool art program for 1st–4th graders, helping students express themselves and build confidence through creativity was a truly rewarding experience. I’m patient, dependable, and active, and I enjoy engaging kids through play, crafts, and reading. My goal is to create a fun, safe, and positive environment where children can thrive. I also love to cook and bake, am happy to help with homework and household tasks, and I’m comfortable caring for pets as well.
I have years of experience babysitting kids, from babies through 12 years old, and I raised two puppies until their old age, so I’m comfortable with dogs. I feel my greatest strengths are love for children, being trustworthy, reliable, and safety-minded, which includes CPR training. I can also do overnight babysitting or housesitting.
My name is Xenia. I believe in catering to a child's emotional and intellectual needs. I believe in explaining the reason for things versus telling a child "No". Instead, I will tell a child, "That's not something we put in our mouth because it's not food. We only put food and medicine in our mouth." In that way, the child is able to make the connection in its brain in a healthy and productive manner instead of bringing fear and rejection to the child. I love cats and dogs. I am open to babysit children, your fur babies, and perform light domestic work.
Experienced, Nurturing Sitter | PhD Student | 25+ Years in Early Childhood | First Aid Certified Hi families! I'm a PhD student with over 25 years of experience working with children in preschool and early childhood education settings. I’m First Aid certified and passionate about providing safe, reliable, and enriching care. I bring a calm, thoughtful presence and love supporting children's growth through play, learning, and routine. Whether you're looking for part-time help, occasional babysitting, or last-minute coverage, I’m here to support your family's unique needs with flexibility and professionalism. I look forward to meeting you and your little ones!

As of October 2026
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5.0 average star rating from total of 6,688 reviews in Winnetka, 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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