NastashaBooked by 4 repeat families
16 reviews$22 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 14 families in College Park, MD
Hi, I'm Nastasha. I am 37 years old. I was raised in Montgomery County Maryland. I am the oldest of 3 and I have over 10 years of experience in child care. I currently teach dance to all ages (babies to seniors), as well as mommy and me seasonal swim lessons. I am free most days unless I'm teaching. I own a car and can travel to you If needed. Among my classes I also teach physical fitness classes to pre-schoolers in the DMV area and have lots of random sports equipment and toys for children. I also love to make up games using music and props. Throughout the years I have gained extensive knowledge on baby massage, baby yoga, and effective physical therapy techniques that help babies reach developmental milestones. I have been entrusted to drive children in parent's cars to "caretaker and me" gym classes, swim classes, music classes and more. I enjoy running errands with the little one in tow. If you need groceries or dry cleaning, I would love to assist. I like to organize my week with activities relevant to your child's age. I can help keep your kitchen and child's room tidy. I enjoy taking the kids out for walks, playground fun, library visits and other field trips. Safety is my number one priority. I am nurturing and loving, and heavily focused on education and physical development. I look forward to assisting you soon!
“I honestly cannot say enough about Tasha and how much she has meant to our family. She started caring for my daughter when she was just 4 months old, so she was there for so many of her firsts and important stages of early development. Over time, she became so much more than our nanny. She became someone I completely trusted and someone who played a huge role in helping my daughter grow.
Tasha helped her reach so many important milestones, including taking her first steps and learning to walk. She also worked with her on eating with utensils, identifying objects, animals and their sounds, colors, language, and so many everyday skills. There were constantly moments when my daughter would surprise me by knowing something I didn’t even realize she knew, and I know so much of that came from Tasha.
She made sure her days were filled with learning and experiences. She took her to the library, weekly baby gym, nature centers, playgrounds, and swimming lessons, always giving her opportunities to explore, learn, socialize, and have fun. For about nine months, we also did a nanny share with a friend and her daughter, and Tasha seamlessly cared for both girls while keeping them safe, engaged, and learning.
When I returned to work and eventually went back into the office, I had complete peace of mind knowing my daughter was with Tasha. She sent me pictures throughout the day and regular updates, and I never worried about her safety or well-being.
Now that my daughter is in school, I can really see the foundation Tasha helped build. She already knows many of the things being taught, and her vocabulary and communication skills are very strong for her age. It makes me appreciate even more all the time, patience, and learning Tasha poured into her.
I am incredibly grateful that Tasha was part of my daughter’s early years. She was loving, dependable, patient, and genuinely invested in her development. She will always be a special part of my daughter’s story and our family’s story. Any family would be incredibly lucky to have her.”
