Find nannies in Cologne, MN

Hello! I'm a mother of two adult children with over 20 years of experience in education, after school programs and child care. I love being active and planning enriching days filled with the outdoors, music, art, science, books and more. I'm also an animal lover and very comfortable with all varieties of pets. I've tutored in most subjects and age groups and have many years of experience with neuro-divergent youth. I'm a flexible and playful, but can set clear boundaries. Safety is always the priority. I'm open to occasional and regular jobs. I look forward to getting to know your unique family!

My name is Joanie Merriman. People would describe me as kind, compassionate, loving, caring and lots of fun! I am very responsible with a high level of integrity. I love people, children, animals and nature above all things. My passions have led me to pursue caregiving, for both humans and animals, as a fulfilling path. As a youth, I went through a childcare program and began babysitting when I was just 12. When I was in my twenties I worked at the San Diego Opera. While there I acted as the in house nanny for all the opera singers that would come through. In addition, I was part time nanny to the General Director’s two boys for six years. I have tons of experience in childcare. Most recently, I’ve cared for my great-niece for the last year since she was just three weeks old. After the Opera, I moved to Los Angeles where I primarily worked in business administration while also doing childcare part time. Babies and children are a passion of mine. They bring me so much joy! I am very playful and attentive; children take to me naturally. In 2007 my big sister was diagnosed with brain cancer. In 2008 I stopped working to be her full time caregiver. I was her primary caregiver for ten years. Over this time, her illness took on many forms. She developed dementia that became so severe I was bathing, changing her diapers and feeding her. I also have cared for my brother who has traumatic brain injury for over fifteen years. He is now in a care home but I still serve as his primary outside of the facility. In addition, I have my 89 year old mother that I am privileged to be able to care for when she is in need of assistance. All of this to say, I am very experienced in the care of children and adults of all ages with both physical and intellectual/neurological disabilities. Since my sister’s passing, I have been self employed doing home organization and resale. However, this has not been fulfilling for me; not enriching of my life. My desire to do more meaningful work has led me to pursue caregiving professionally; that and the urgings of many who site how caring I am and how natural it is for me. Caring for children, adults and animals comes natural for me. I am excited about this move in my life. I look forward to meeting you and learning how I can help care for a loved one(s) in your life. I am certified in infant, child and adult CPR and advanced first aid.

Hi, my name is Liliyanna I’m offering services in children care and pet care, ranging from all ages. I grew up with many siblings ( a total of 10) so taking care of the younger ones comes natural. I also am an animal lover as I have both a cat and a dog. I’m currently a student at the University of Minnesota and work in retail. In previous years I’ve been apart of AVID tutoring for high schoolers, transitional helper for younger classmen, and volunteering at elementary schools.

Hi! My name is Latifa and I currently work as a mental health coordinator with inpatient adolescents. I’m offering child care and household services. As one of the eldest cousins with a very large extended family, I was a built-in baby sitter for my younger cousins since I was about 13 (can’t believe that was over 10 years ago!) I have much more first hand experience with toddlers and kids. And in my day to day, I see patients anywhere from 4-18 years old.

My background includes being an active tutor for students ages 4-14. I was highly involved in helping take care of my little brother when he was an infant until about 12 years old so I’ve developed child care skills in those ages. I’ve also subbed at schools working with preschoolers, kindergartners, and first graders. I have experience in nannying before as well. My personality traits include being patient, fun, calm & playful. These are the talents that make me an amazing caregiver!