
"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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Hi, I'm Emily :) I'm 29 years old, and I work from home full time. I’ve babysat for 8+ years on and off and volunteered at VBS for 5+ years. I love working with kids and have experience with various ages.
“Emily was on time and very professional. She was a blast for the kids, who were literally chanting, "Emily is the best!" We will definitely be using her in the future! Mom tested and kid approved. ”
I have over 13 years of experience with ages from newborn up until 14 years of age. I have babysat for families in the DFW area and I am currently completing my fieldwork rotation at an outpatient pediatric clinic for my occupational therapy doctorate program.
Hi, I'm Catherine! I'm currently pursuing a Biology degree with the goal of becoming a pharmacist. I'm passionate about healthcare and bringing that same dedication into everything I do. - Fluent in English and Vietnamese - Volunteering experience at a hospital, nursing home, elementary schools and middle schools - Tutored middle schoolers - Experienced with diaper changes, feedings and nap schedules - Experienced working with special needs children I'm responsible, easy to communicate with, and take the safety and wellbeing of your child seriously. Feel free to message me with any questions!
Hi! I’m Alyssa, and I’ve worked with children for several years in both professional and caregiving settings. I’ve been a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) for the past two years and have a total of six years of experience supporting children with special needs. I have also worked at a local summer camp for specials needs children in Richardson. I’m CPR certified and Safety Care trained, and creating a safe, calm, nurturing and fun environment is always my top priority. I genuinely love connecting with kids, learning their personalities, and helping them feel comfortable and cared for. I am looking to connect with a few families for babysitting in the afternoons after 3pm and on weekends, and I’d love to be a reliable, trusted support for your family 🤍
“Alyssa was amazing with our 4 year old son - he had so much fun with her! She was on time, professional, and did a great job of keeping him entertained. We’re still working on potty training him, and Alyssa was more than willing to help with that as well. Her RTB background is an added bonus since our son is on the spectrum. We will definitely hire her again.”
Hi I’m Zainab, a Public Health major at UTD with a strong background in childcare and child development. I provide attentive, high-quality care along with light household support. I have years of hands-on experience caring for children, from helping family friends to my current role as a behavior technician working with children with autism. I also tutor middle school students, so I’m skilled in balancing fun with structure, learning, and positive routines. I’m known for being patient, dependable, and easy to connect with. I prioritize creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment whether that’s through educational activities, creative play, or helping children stay on track with their daily routines. I’m also happy to assist with light housekeeping and meal prep to support busy families. I do have a mild cat allergy but can still comfortably be around them if needed.

As of October 2026
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106 sitters background checked in Melissa, TX
4.9 average star rating from total of 127 reviews in Melissa, TX

"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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