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Maria 2 reviews
$23 per hour for 1 child
Booked by 4 families in Elk River, MN

Hii my name is Maria, I've been working with children for about two years, primarily caring for toddlers through older kids. My experience has included everything from engaging little ones in play and helping with routines, to planning fun activities for older children. Growing up with a younger sibling helped me get a sense of responsibility and patience early on, and it's a big part of what sparked my interest in childcare. I love getting creative with kids whether it's making crafts, doing simple science experiments, or putting together themed activity days. I'm also happy to take children out for a change of scenery, whether that's to a local park, museum, or an after-school activity. I'm comfortable driving and enjoy helping kids explore the world around them in fun and safe ways. I am also starting college in the fall.

Maria was fantastic with our 2.5 year old twins. She was energetic, kind, and the girls loved her. We will absolutely be having her back!!!

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Gloria $20 per hour for 1 child

Hi, my name is Gloria, and I am currently in my third year in college studying biology. I started taking care of my siblings at the age of 12, from a newborn stage. I loved taking care of kids so much that I started volunteering at my church's nursery, where I watched children aged 0–5 years during Sunday services. Furthermore, I worked as a tutor during my first year of college, tutoring kindergarteners and first-graders. Additionally, I worked as an Adventure Plus staff member, working with kindergartners to 6th graders. Currently, I still babysit children of family members who are within the 2–12-year-old range.

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Lello $17 per hour for 1 child

Hi! My name is Lello, I'm 20, and I'm a rising junior at Northwestern University but I'm originally from Champlin, MN. I'm offering mainly child care, but I am also open to pet care (cat-sitting specifically), senior care (cooking and driving to appointments primarily), and household services. I have a lot of caretaking experience for people of all ages :) I currently work as a Home Health Aide for 4 senior citizens with behavioral issues and have also been a caretaker for my grandmother who lives with me. Since I was around 12, I have been relied on by aunts and uncles to be the primary babysitter to all the kids in my extended family. I love my little cousins, I love kids in general, and they tend to love me! My responsibilities for them have included watching, cooking, and homework help for infants, toddlers, and kids. I have had a license for 4 years and I can drive clients to and from appointments, school, activities, practice, etc.

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Destiny $10 per hour for 1 child

I've had experience babysitting with all of my siblings and also the neighborhood kids when I was a teenager, I worked at a daycare for about 2 years when I was 18. I know CPR, I am very extroverted and love to play with kids.

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Eliana $19 per hour for 1 child

I’m Eliana, and I’m super excited to help take care of your kids! While I’m new to formal babysitting, I have a lot of experience from being a certified lifeguard. For over a year, I was responsible for making sure everyone stayed safe around water, and that involved CPR, first aid, and handling emergency situations. I’m confident these skills will help keep your kids safe and give you peace of mind when I’m watching them. I also love finding fun and creative ways to keep kids entertained. Whether it’s reading stories, playing games, or spending time outside, I’m always looking for activities that are fun and can also help kids learn. I’m patient, reliable, and take time to get to know each child to make sure they feel comfortable with me. If you’re looking for someone who’s not only responsible but also loves working with kids, I’d love to chat and see how I can help out!

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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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