Hello! Thank you for viewing my profile! I have worked with children and people of all ages and backgrounds and am interested in becoming a professional nanny, an occasional or regular babysitter, pet-sitter, and support-person for elders. I am glad to answer your questions and look forward to meeting you and learning more about your current needs for your loved ones in an interview. I grew up babysitting, volunteering in a church nursery, was a Reggio Emilia (arts curriculum) Afternoon Preschool Teacher in Madison, WI, a Special Education Preschool Aide in Beaverton, OR, a Site Director for YMCA's Afterschool Program in Round Rock, Texas, as well as a Special Education Inclusion Teacher at Park Crest Middle School in Pflugerville, TX. I have had wonderful opportunities to live in many different places and working with children is always a worthwhile adventure. I do not have children of my own, so I treasure time with my 6 and 8-year old nephews who live here in Portland, and all the opportunities I've had to work with children professionally. I also have one-on-one experience working with a teen with developmental disabilities in Mentor Oregon's program. Working to support older folks with cooking, housework or other tasks as needed also fills my cup. Animals tend to love me as much as I love them, and I have taken care of friend's pets and homes often. I have a masters degree in divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, and I bring much experience from working with many different people in churches and other places of worship through interfaith engagement. I bring management experience from working in nonprofits abroad. In Switzerland I helped to operate a community hosting adults for a work-study program, and in Kenya was a volunteer coordinator for international work teams serving the needs of preschoolers. My bachelor's degree is in cello performance, so I'm also happy to support and encourage your children with anything music-related! Besides the cello, I play the piano, guitar, and love to sing. Thank you for reading my profile and considering me as a potentially good fit to provide the care you need for your children, pets, elders, or home.

Hi, I'm Calvin. I've worked with youth for over a decade now, primarily in summer camp and outdoor settings. I'm currently working on completing my masters of teaching and building towards a career in middle school education. I love working with kids of all ages and love to come up with fun activities and projects for them.

I have worked in the education system for about four years, from special education to health assistant and teaching curriculum in general classrooms. The relationships I made with them led me to working with other people in a more personal setting to meet their needs:)

Hello! I am an aunt of three boys and two girls. I nannied my sister’s three children and helped her with each of them from infancy through their first ten years. I have had nanny, animal, and house sitting jobs sporadically throughout the past seven years, and I enjoy all of it. Many friends have babies now, and I babysit for them when needed. The children range from 3 months to two years old. I am patient, kind, and honest while also being straightforward. I love to help others and make life easier.

Hi! I’m an empty nester and I’m beginning to explore the gig economy after a 23-year career in real estate. I bring a strong sense of responsibility, professionalism, and communication skills from years of working closely with families and managing high-trust client relationships. While I’m new to paid childcare platforms like UrbanSitter, I have hands-on parenting experience raising my son, which gave me a solid foundation in day-to-day childcare, structure, and staying calm and attentive in all kinds of situations. I’m currently focused on occasional babysitting, home help, and overnight care, not regular recurring schedules. I’m comfortable with late-night or overnight stays when needed and can be flexible for one-time jobs, date nights, or travel support. I’m also very comfortable with pets and would be happy to bring my small, non-shedding doodle along for overnight stays if needed. He is well-behaved, quiet, and used to being around children and new homes. Families can expect someone who is reliable, respectful of household routines, easy to communicate with, and attentive to both children and home environments. I’m also happy to help with light household tasks such as tidying up, organization,meal prep and cleanup, and keeping things orderly during my time in your home. Looking forward to supporting families who need trustworthy, occasional care.