
"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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I’m Sabriyah, a dependable, nurturing, and patient caregiver with years of hands-on experience raising my two children from infancy through their pre-teen years, as well as supporting children and families within my community. I’m experienced in providing safe and attentive supervision, maintaining routines, preparing meals and snacks, supporting homework and age-appropriate activities, and creating a positive environment where children feel comfortable, respected, and encouraged. My healthcare background has also strengthened my focus on safety, cleanliness, observation, and responding to individual needs. I’m trustworthy, organized, compassionate, and adaptable, and I take pride in giving families peace of mind knowing their children are in caring and responsible hands.
Dedicated and compassionate child care provider seeking parents that need some time away. Whether it is date night, weekend day out, occasional babysitting or anything in between. I am here to make your life easier. With my 9 years experience stretching from 6 months to 12 years old, I am a perfect fit for your family. Creating a fun, nurturing environment for your kids to feel safe and happy in is my job. Can't wait to speak with you!
Hi I am Giada. I am a Senior at UNCC majoring in Social Work and minoring in Public Health. I have always loved kids and been able to form bonds with them. I started babysitting outside of my family when I was 13 and when I was 15 got a job at a country club taking care of kids ages 6 months - 10 years old while their parents were engaging in fitness classes and various club sports. Babies are my absolute favorite and I love taking them for walks to get fresh air and enjoy their new world. I enjoy reading and playing with them. I also have 4 years experience as a camp counselor, including overnight summer camp. I am fun, bubbly, and love kids. I have fill in Nanny experience and love engaging with kids and getting them to play/explore.
“Really sweet with our son ”
Hi! My name is Maame & I’m offering childcare and house sitting services. I’m a reliable, kind, and responsible sitter who enjoys spending time with children and helping families when needed. I have experience with school routines, meal prep, homework help, after-school pickup, playtime, outdoor activities, and creating a safe, fun environment where kids can feel comfortable and cared for. While I don’t have much experience caring for pets, I’m comfortable around them and happy to learn.
Hi! I’m a recent biology graduate currently working in healthcare, with plans to pursue medical school in the future. Caring for others has always been important to me, which is one of the reasons I genuinely enjoy babysitting and spending time with kids. I have several years of experience caring for children through both paid babysitting and helping family and friends, and I’m comfortable working with kids of different ages. I love creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment where kids can have fun and feel supported. Whether that’s playing games, doing creative activities, reading, helping with homework, or getting ready for bedtime, I enjoy keeping children active and entertained while making sure they feel comfortable. My background in healthcare also means I’m very attentive, responsible, and focused on safety when caring for children. Families often describe me as dependable, patient, and easy to communicate with. I’m currently looking for occasional or weekend babysitting opportunities such as date nights or part-time help. I’d love to connect with families and provide reliable care you can feel confident about! Feel free to reach out if you’d like to chat or schedule a time to meet.
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"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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