"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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Jovan $25 per hour for 1 child
Hi! My name is Jovan. Here's what you should know about me: I understand what it means to juggle multiple jobs, school and paternal responsibilities. I have experience with children ages 6wks to 18 yrs old. My previous education experience includes being a Paraprofessional/Ast. Teacher, RTI Lab Instructor (response to intervention), working with students that have 504 accommodations, Lead Infant &Toddler Preschool Teacher, and working with my own daughter prior to kindergarten. My most recent position was teaching 4th Grade ELA. In this role, I increased 4th grade Mastery LEAP scores by 6 percentage points. Other experience includes Supervisory, training development and management roles. This means, I'm a creative leader. I work well with kids because in all the seriousness and hustle and bustle, I never lost my imagination. I set standards and I use a holistic approach that will encourage your kids to be good people! All kids can learn and I challenge them to do so! Other things about me are: My name is Jovan and I'm a chocoholic! I love movies! My daughter and I have 80's movie nights. I love reading and learning new things. My friends don't Google, they Jovan! Lol. I'm a first generation college student and I love helping other first gens! I'm extremely close to my family and it's something I value. If selected for your position, I hope to be considered extended family!
Mary $16 per hour for 1 child
Mature experience sitter with over 4 decades of babysitting experience and four years as a professional nanny.
Courtney $15 per hour for 1 child
Hi, My name is Courtney and I’m offering childcare services. I am caring, loving, compassionate, bubbly, energetic, responsible, respectful, trustworthy, and patient. Not only do I have a passion for working with children but I also have a degree in early childhood education. I’m trained in special needs as well. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified. I’m a member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. I’m experienced with children of all ages from newborns and up. One of my favorite things to do with children is story time. I am always committed to providing children with a positive, welcoming, nurturing, safe, and supportive environment! If interested please contact me and I look forward to meeting you.
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"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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