
"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 Sashawna what makes me an amazing caregiver is that fact that im so passionate about what i do. You can always count on me im very reliable and always on time. I have respect for others. Im a very trustworthy person. im also attentive. Im organized and observant not to mention my amazing communication skills and extremely patient and i really love kids
Hi! I'm currently a college student majoring in psychology with aspirations for nursing school! At present, I have no idea exactly what I would like to specialize in, but I have a feeling it will ultimately be in pediatrics. I've spent most of my life working with children, be it as a general babysitter, a nanny, a peer mentor, a tutor, a lifeguard, or a camp counselor at a sleep away camp for several years. I love getting to know kids and helping them foster their interests and creativity, as well as teaching them to think out of the box! In my free time I love to go on hikes, play guitar, and most importantly I love to teach myself new things! I'm looking forward to working with you and your family.
“Very helpful and great attitude and pleasant demeanor”
Hello everyone! I will tell you a little about myself, My name is Yurany Estrada, I am Colombian currently living in Tarrytown, NY, I offer my services as a babysitter occasionally or on weekends since I am a student, so people who need something urgent or a way out unexpected or just go out for a weekend I can be available to help, I have been working with children for more than 7 years, I have experience from babies from 3 months to 6 years, I love children and I am sure that I have good and understanding communication and love is essential for their good development, I have a first aid and swimming course, I can take them to the park, play, prepare something to eat, I can even teach them Spanish, which is my mother tongue, in addition to this I offer my services as pet sitter, most of my life I have been surrounded by pets, I have 2 dogs and I know how to take care of them, I am available to take them for a walk or take care of them at home. Thank you very much and just write me when you need it.
I am a mother of two, wildly energetic toddlers under the age of 5! I have a Masters in Social Work, am passionate about the neurodivergent community and I'm a houseplant enthusiast! My love for pets is unmatched and unbiased (cats + dogs are equally adored). I have experience as a part-time nanny (10+ years) and continue to work with children presently. I welcome the opportunity to support any household needs families may have as well!
Hi my name is Angela and I am currently a stay at home wife. I am offering childcare in your home and household services. I love being a sitter to children of any age group. I enjoy singing lullabies to newborns as much as counting numbers and things to coloring and reading books with toddlers, the joy I get from reading to children 😊 I have cleaned many homes, from vacuuming to laundry to organizing and also run errands (walking distance) because I don’t drive. Most importantly I am very loving towards children and trustworthy and respectful to the children as well as their parents and household. Thank you, Angela
“We hired Angela to substitute for our regular nanny when she took six weeks leave. Angela stepped in and immediately made our kids feel comfortable and safe. They took to her right away and even after six weeks they are always glad to see her. She has a handle on them at all times - her guidance and nurturing of them has been impeccable. She did art projects with them, played on the floor with them, read with them, and was completely focused on them at all times. We feel so much respect and affection for Angela. We will miss her very much.”

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5.0 average star rating from total of 8,978 reviews in Dobbs Ferry, NY

"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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