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Victoria D.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-50/hr11 yrs exp

Experience Nanny And Baby Sitter Looking To Do Full-time Care And Babysitting Jobs

5.0

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Hello! I am currently a part time nanny for a 3-year-old and 1-year-old. I have been with them for 6 months and am now looking to be a full time nanny and babysitting here and there. In 2021 to 2023 I was also a nanny. The boy was 6 months when I started and almost 3 when I left. In 2020 I was a nanny for a 3-year-old and 7...
5.0
"Victoria is an excellent babysitter and we are so lucky to have found her! Our kids always tell me how much fun they had after a visit from her and ask when she will come back again. I love how incredibly...

Reviewed by Care member

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

4.7

(3)

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Coordinated diversified care for premature twins, familiar with pediatric health management, PT, OT, ST, IEP, 504, and able to take care of sick children. Raised my children to have a belief in wellness including daily exercise, the importance of play and creativity, reading, eating nutritiously, and being emotionally aware and...
5.0
"Smart, competent, hard working, thoughtful, kind.-----a tremendous resource and companion. "

Reviewed by Edward F.

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Patricia W.


Philadelphia, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Mom of 7 Grown Children Available To Be Your Child Caregiver

5.0

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I am a mom of seven grown children. I am currently finishing my nursing degree part time. Taking care of others is my passion and there's nothing else I would rather do. I have been raising and taking care of children for over 30 years and also helping with my 3 grandchildren including 1 grandson with special needs. I was a...
5.0
"She is a very caring person and takes her responsibility as if it was her own family that she is caring for. When in her care whether it be mature adults or children their needs are her number one priority at...

Reviewed by Beverly L.

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Hannah T.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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Hi! I'm a very patient, compassionate, and energetic person. I enjoy being active and doing various activities, especially outside. I worked in mental health with adolescents for three years out of college which required a significant amount of patience, understanding, and consistency with my expectations. I'm am very good...
5.0
"Hannah was very responsive and great with the kids."

Reviewed by Care member

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Ana M.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

5.0

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Hello families. My name is Ana. *I am a full time nanny M-F* but since it's summer and I have my school break I am looking for extras on weekends. I have almost 9 years of experience with children of all ages, especially newborns and toddlers. I am very creative with sensory and educational activities for babies / toddlers....
5.0
"**Hire Ana ASAP before you miss out** Ana has been our nanny for over a year. We are moving away soon, and to our dismay she cannot come with. I cannot overstate just how wonderful Ana has been for our son...

Reviewed by Cheryl F.

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Clarice L.


Philadelphia, PA

$30-38/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic, Kind Part-Time Caregiver For Children

5.0

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My name is Clarice and I would love to assist you with your babysitting needs! I am a 30-year-old female living in Philadelphia. During the day, I am a full time occupational therapist at a special needs school and I work with k-2nd graders. In the past, I worked in the homes of children from birth-3 and I also have an...
5.0
"Clarice was a life savor while we were in between long term nannies. Despite having an hour commute, Clarice was punctual each and every day. She was thorough in seeking to understand what our expectations...

Reviewed by Shaohao W.

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Kiara S.


Philadelphia, PA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Loving, Patient, And Experienced Nanny

5.0

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Welcome to my profile! I have been an nanny for over 7 years. I currently have a family that I work for full time and I am seeking for a few extra hours! I am well experienced with kids of all ages! From changing diapers and baby led-weaning to helping with homework and assisting with school pick up/drop offs I am sure that I...
5.0
"She is a great babysitter and was on call when I randomly needed her! She took care of my 10 month daughter as if she were her own. We loved her and so did my baby girl"

Reviewed by Mari M.

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Tumi O.


Philadelphia, PA

$18/hr6 yrs exp

Happy And Engaging

5.0

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Hello there! I'm a dedicated babysitter with 5+ years of experience, including caring for children with special needs. offering both academic/tutoring knowledge and practical skills. As a responsible caregiver, I have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and I'm a Non-smoker, fully vaccinated. Safety and security...
5.0
"Tumi did a good job caring for our 2yo and 8mo daughters!"

Reviewed by Rebekah N.

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Pamela T.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Certify Nurses Assistant, Home Health Aid, & Direct Support Professional

5.0

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Having over 20 years of experience in the nursing community has been rewarding to me. I gain my experiences in long term care facilities, hospitals, medical clinics and home health care which enabled me to develop nurses skills and techniques. My background experience is Surgery recovery, Fall risk, Alzheimer, Dementia, Cancer,...
5.0
"She is a very caring person and has a lot of patience. She takes a lot of pride in what she does. You can count on her!"

Reviewed by Anna S.

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Andrea D.


Haverford, PA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Professional With Recent Senior Care Experience:

5.0

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-25+ Years Childcare experience -Set of twins born prematurely with chronic respiratory condition; coordinated complex healthcare needs while maintaining lifestyle of older brother and successful business -Instilled a powerful relationship and appreciation of culture and art in my children -Maintained uniquely close relationship...
5.0
"Andrea helped my 97 year old father with organization. She created a filing system in his very disorganized office which he could understand and use. He is very happy and impressed with the work she did. My...

Reviewed by Margaret B.

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Betsy B.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

5.0

(1)

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For over 10 years, I have cared for children as a teacher, tutor, long-term nanny, and a short-term nanny/babysitter. I have experience teaching at a preschool, nannying long-term for families with multiple children, babysitting for children with special needs, and caring for children from diverse backgrounds including English...
5.0
"Betsy is one of the kindest people you will ever meet! She cared for our children with so much patience and love. She helped our family out on short notice, date nights, and some long-term care. I would highly...

Reviewed by Jessica C.

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Hannah L.


Philadelphia, PA

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Childcare Provider

5.0

(3)

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Experienced at providing engaging and creative childcare, while implementing activities that support the developmental stages of the children I'm caring for. Actively model communication and emotional skills to address behavioural issues in a manner appropriate to a child's age, personality, and family style. Most experienced in...
5.0
"Hannah is cheerful, competent, hard-working, and fun. She bonded instantly with my daughter. Always punctual, reliable, and easy to work with. Eager to share new learning experiences with her; her enthusiasm is...

Reviewed by Asher A.

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Frances S.


Philadelphia, PA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter And Dog Walker!

5.0

(2)

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I spent 3 years working at a daycare primarily with 3-5-year-olds. I began babysitting for a neighbor when I was 12 years old. I cared for a 2-year-old daughter and a newborn autistic son. Very quickly, these kids became my family. Nothing was as fulfilling as helping her daughter and son problem solve and learn about the world....
5.0
"Frankie has been an amazing babysitter to my 7 year old daughter. She’s taken care of my daughter for several years now, helping me out with long shifts at the office. I feel safe at work knowing my girl is in...

Reviewed by Care member

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Maegan S.


Villanova, PA

$20-25/hr6 yrs exp

Villanova Student Looking For Part-time And/or Occasional Position

5.0

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Hi, My name is Maegan, and I am a junior at Villanova University. I am from Long Beach, California, and I have experience working summers at the Newport Beach Tennis Club as a swim and water polo instructor. I have also been a private nanny to a family with 2 children and another family with a special needs (Autistic) teenager....
5.0
"Maegan was our nanny during the beginning of the pandemic and into the summer. She cared for my 10 & 12 year old. I knew that with Maegan that my kids were always safe and getting their school work done....

Reviewed by Cherie S.

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Angela D.


Broomall, PA

$23-27/hr3 yrs exp

Afternoon Sitter

5.0

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Hello families, my name is Angela D.! I have been a full time nanny for 3 and a half years now and have 3 nieces so I have spent a lot of time around babies and young children since I was 14! I am a 23-year-old girl who likes to do yoga/Pilates, spend time outside, and read. Over the past 3 years as a full time nanny I have...
5.0
"Angela is punctual, responsible, trustworthy, intuitive and loving. She was our 8 month old daughters first ever nanny and took on that challenge with ease and grace. I couldn't have been more pleased. Thank...

Reviewed by Jessie B.

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Carol E.


Brookhaven, PA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Touch Of Kindness

3.0

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Hello my name is Carol. I am a mother of 3 wonderful children. My youngest still lives at home, age 17. My hobbies are my artwork and gardening. I am looking for part time work. I have experience with working with the elderly and special needs. I can provide a healthy safe environment to your special family member. I am a...
5.0
"I didn't expect Carol to be so passionate about tending to my fathers needs. She keep him comfortable and safe. There were time she just sat there and talked with him so he didn't feel alone. I'm happy I...

Reviewed by Debbie G.

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Mary F.


Philadelphia, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver for Infants and Toddlers

5.0

(1)

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I am a licensed nurse, looking for a change of pace. My career in nursing has provided me with 25 years of experience, caring for people in an acute care setting, as well as in their homes. Additionally, I have been fortunate to have had the pleasure of working in a facility for children with special needs. The children that...
5.0
"We have known Mary for over two years and she has always gone above and beyond our expectations with the level of care she provides for our children. She is dedicated, hard working, and devoted to our family....

Reviewed by Mark S.

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Nicole C.


Philadelphia, PA

$23-45/hr9 yrs exp

Part-time/ Date Night Sitter

5.0

(3)

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Hi! I'm Nicole a recent grad from Colorado State University. A little bit about me, I graduated with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I have been working as a nanny for 5 years and babysitting for about 4 years. As my time as a nanny, I worked with a variety of families in which each was special in their own...
5.0
"Nicole was timely, professional and very sweet with our kids. She even kept the house tidy. I would highly recommend her!"

Reviewed by Care member

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Torri P.


Philadelphia, PA

$15-50/hr5 yrs exp

Ari In Wonderland

5.0

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Hello! I am Ariel, I am a sophomore in college, right now. I am a business major, but I am going to switch my major to Education and Teaching. To follow my passion for working and changing young people's minds. I have experience with children since the age of 13 with my first job as a teacher's assistant in a learning center. I...
5.0
"Torri is very polite, friendly, attentive, and punctual. All instructions were followed and the kids really love her "

Reviewed by Care member

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Molly H.


Philadelphia, PA

$22-30/hr6 yrs exp

Caring, Fun Sitter/Nanny

5.0

(2)

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Hello! My name is Molly. I have 6+ years of experience caring for children and infants including ages 2 months to 14 years. When caring for children, I enjoy sharing my love of crafting and spending time outside, and with infants facilitating development with tummy time, reading books, and other enriching activities. For the...
5.0
"Molly is wonderful with our 11 month old daughter! We are so happy to have found her! She is punctual, kind, dependable, and mature. We feel very comfortable having her in our home."

Reviewed by Kerry M.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lansdowne, PA

Victoria D.

5.0

Victoria was our nanny for around two years. Since my son was just a few months old she worked with us and became part of our family. She had so much patience, kindness and resourcefulness for our baby. We trusted her to always be there for him and do her very best to take care of him. I highly...

- Care member

Andrea D.

5.0

Andrea cared for my 83 year old dad after my mother was unable to care for him. Dad had dementia and a prosthetic for his voice box, as a result of Throat cancer. Andrea was patient, kind, skilled and connected with dad by relating to his interests. My dad passed away but if I need any assistance...

- Ayanna H.

Patricia W.

5.0

She is a very caring person and takes her responsibility as if it was her own family that she is caring for. When in her care whether it be mature adults or children their needs are her number one priority at all times. She is patient and understanding in being a care giver and treat people like she...

- Beverly L.

Hannah T.

5.0

Hannah was very responsive and great with the kids.

- Care member

Ana M.

5.0

**Hire Ana ASAP before you miss out** Ana has been our nanny for over a year. We are moving away soon, and to our dismay she cannot come with. I cannot overstate just how wonderful Ana has been for our son and us. Ana is highly dependable and goes above and beyond in every possible regard. We...

- Cheryl F.

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