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Elizabeth
Booked by 1 repeat family
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$25 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 2 families in Washington, DC

My name is Elizabeth Guzman I’m 26 years old. I have over 3 years of experience with kids one year and older. I follow a screen-free, play-based approach that encourages creativity, learning, and emotional growth. I love supporting language learning, especially Spanish, through songs, stories, and conversation. I'm organized, punctual, and flexible. I love animals so I’m happy to work with your furry one around.

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Nevaeh $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Nevaeh, and I’m currently a third-year senior at Howard University. I’m offering childcare, pet care, and household services. I have hands-on experience caring for a child since birth who is now 20 months old. My responsibilities have included preparing meals, maintaining daily routines, keeping him entertained and engaged, and taking him to activities such as gymnastics. I’m comfortable providing attentive, reliable care while creating a safe, nurturing, and positive environment. I also have experience with household responsibilities, including cooking, cleaning, tidying up, and caring for family pets, including cats and dogs. I’m patient, dependable, responsible, organized, and compassionate. I genuinely enjoy caring for children and pets and helping families with their everyday needs.

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Taylor $27 per hour for 1 child

Hi my name is Taylor and I’m a 20 year old junior bioethics major at Howard University from Brooklyn Ny. On Long Island I worked for pierce country day camp in Roslyn ny. I was the counselor for mainly 4-5 year old girls amongst toddlers and the 1 year olds as we worked side by side. From 8am-4pm we would guide them and oversee their daily activities which ranged from arts and crafts, gymnastics, zipling, dance, tennis, basketball, lunch, snack, and outfit changes. I would often have to console them and make them laugh to distract them. I love kids especially the toddlers I have a baby sister myself and would tend to her as a child. Because of the connections I made at camp parents reached out to me to babysit even after camp had ended in high school. I hope u would consider having me. As I mentioned before I’m a student so babysitting allows flexibility to do school work.

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Jordan $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Jordan, and I’m 19 years old and currently a student at Howard University. I am offering babysitting, pet care, and household services. I love working with children and have experience caring for children of all ages. In high school, I established a child and pet care service for families in my neighborhood. I enjoy keeping children engaged with fun and interactive activities such as arts and crafts, reading, playing games, and outdoor activities. I also have experience tutoring and am happy to help with homework and schoolwork. I am CPR certified and prioritize creating a safe, comfortable, and positive environment for the children in my care. I also have experience caring for both small and large pets. My pet care responsibilities can include feeding, walking, cleaning, and providing general care and attention. In addition to childcare and pet care, I offer household services such as cleaning, laundry, and cooking. I’m happy to help families with everyday tasks and make things a little easier for them!

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Bibiana $18 per hour for 1 child

I recently graduated from college with a degree in Political Science and plan to attend law school in the future. I’m responsible, patient, caring, and dependable. I’m fluent in both English and Spanish and would love the opportunity to introduce children to Spanish or help them practice their language skills! While I don’t have formal babysitting experience yet, I have cared for my younger cousin on occasion and really enjoy spending time with children. I’m also comfortable helping with homework, preparing simple meals, keeping things organized, and caring for pets. I’m excited to connect with a family and provide a safe, positive, and fun environment for their children!

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"We absolutely LOVE Isa — our family was so fortunate to have found her through UrbanSitter. I'm a first-time mom, and it took me a long time to find a full-time nanny I could trust to care for our sweet infant boy. Our boy connected with her immediately, and we couldn't have asked for anyone else to care for him. Her calming presence was also perfect for parents like us who work from home. We feel so lucky UrbanSitter helped us find someone who has truly become a part of our family."

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"I was so stressed about finding a part-time nanny for my 14-month-old son, who has moderate separation anxiety and hadn't been left with anyone but family before, but we were both immediately at ease in Buhay's presence. Her empathy and commitment to understanding child development are apparent in every interaction I've witnessed between her and my toddler. I feel very lucky to have found her."

Kamilah W., mom of one

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"Erna watched our now 5 year old daughter and 3 year old son for a few years. She is punctual, responsible, honest, and playful. What we appreciated most was that she was thoughtful in ensuring that we had a little break; for example, when the kids were clingy, she was able to divert their attention with games or songs or walks to the park. We felt very comfortable leaving our kids with Erna because of her caring nature and experience that spans a decade (including being a live-in nanny)."

Eric D., dad of two

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