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ana maria 1 review
Allentown
$18 per hour for 1 child

Hi there!! My name is Ana Maria, I’m from Colombia and I’ve been living in the USA for almost two years! I moved to Allentown 6 months ago, and I’m currently living with my husband and our cute dog called coda. I have 5 years of experience with kids between 0 to 15 years old, and I was an au pair in the US for 1.5 years. I’m a responsible, hard working, kind and easy going person, and I like to provide a fun and safe environment for the children I take care of

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Andrea Princeton Junction
$15 per hour for 1 child

I am a 25 year old woman who arrived to USA from Colombia two years ago. I have full time experience with two kids, one toddler and one 8 year old boy. In addition, I have occasionally taken care of babies and have worked in a school as a counselor. I love taking care of creative kids who like drawing, building, dancing, playing hide and seek or using their imagination to play. But I also enjoy going to the playground and having a good outdoor time. I like pets and do not have any type of allergies. I am a responsible caregiver, a good friend for the kids and I make sure to clean any mess that can exist as a result of our games. As a nanny, I make sure to communicate any questions and update the parents often to make sure they know everything is going well! In the same way, I appreciate clarity in the instructions parents can give me. Every child is different so I know I need time to get to know them and for them to get to know me. That's why I am patient with the process and open to learn quickly. I am ready to start mid February. First language Spanish but fluent in English.

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Michele Monroe Township
$35 per hour for 1 child

Academic Enrichment & Homework Support Caregiver Hello! My name is Michele, and I’m a warm, responsible caregiver who enjoys supporting children and busy families. I’m a semi-retired attorney and corporate executive who has spent much of my career mentoring young people, from elementary students to college athletes. I’m also the proud parent of three young adults, so I bring both professional experience and real-life parenting perspective. I enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel confident, and I’m happy to assist with homework, reading, creative activities, and maintaining routines. Families appreciate my calm, organized approach and the safe, supportive environment I create. Whether you need occasional childcare or after-school support, I aim to provide dependable care and a positive experience for your children. Highlights • Parent of three young adults • Experienced mentor to children and teens • Homework help and educational activities • Reliable, professional, and safety-focused

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Abigail
Booked by 1 repeat family
1 review
Morrisville
$20 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 1 family in Allentown, NJ

Hi Everyone! I am Abigail, 20 year old Au Pair from South Africa. I spent almost 2 years teaching at a daycare centre as well as tutoring and babysitting occasionally. I love spending time with kids and can do anything from cooking to helping with homework, etc. I am currently an Au Pair for a lovely family with three little boys from ages 2 years to 8 years old. I am also comfortable petsitting cats and dogs and house sitting.

Abigail is currently our superstar Au Pair and has been living with us for the last few months. She predominantly cares for our 2 year old son, but also helps with our older two boys when they return from school (ages 5 and 8). She is wonderful with the boys and she has built an incredible relationship with all 3 of them. She's also very patient and her teaching experience really helps them with their learning and homework needs. She creates a warm, welcoming and enriching environment that ensures the kids have an optimal opportunity to thrive. She's highly reliable and always goes above and beyond our needs. She has a lot of free time in the evenings and over weekends, so I'll highly recommend her as a babysitter for any family.

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Kathryn Bristol
$20 per hour for 1 child

Currently employed in Pharmaceutical research & development. Graduate of Rutgers University, class of 2018. Previously Basic Life Support Certified (renewable). Great with children of all ages! Past babysitting experience in NC/NJ, and elementary school tutoring in NJ. Able to cook and clean if needed. Experience in hospital pediatric department. Academic background in Biology & Psychology. Future Goals: Research (Neuroscience) Schedule is flexible, feel free to reach out.

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