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Jasmin F.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jasmin and I am a medical assistant and graduate nurse, I am also certified in CPR and AED. I am looking for a part-time or as needed position. I have extensive experience working with children, I have previously worked in a pediatricians office with ages ranging from newborns to young adults. I am also a...
Jasmin can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Jasmin was kind, gentle and energetic with my son. He warmed up to her immediately! I was very impressed with how she jumped right in and played. Would definitely recommend her to any family."

Angela S.

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Alyssa T.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I'm Alyssa! I'm a fun and super caring person that enjoys working with people of all ages. I have worked for many families that have children with disabilities along with adults and special needs aftercare programs. Looking forward to chatting with you!
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Julia C.


Blairstown, NJ

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Full-Time Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Julia! I am 23 years old and I just recently graduated from Monmouth University with my business degree! I was a nursing major for three years, have taken numerous CPR courses and have a ton of babysitting/nannying experience. I love to be outdoors, play games, do crafts and much more. I have been babysitting since I was...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

5.0
"Julia is a beautiful person. It's very scary leaving your child with a stranger. Julia is the type of person that feels like family the day you meet her. She always was respectful of rules and my daughter loved being around her. My daughter felt like she had a big...

Christine M.

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Katherine H.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-20/hr8 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver Available To Look After Your Furry Friend(s)!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Growing up, I always had a pet. Our pets were members of the family, equals, if you will. At one time, we had three cats, two dogs, two bunnies that made six bunnies, a bird, a rat and hamster that I rescued from abusive situations. I have experience with all except reptiles. However, I am willing to learn and follow through...
Katherine can also help with: Pet sitting, pet walking
Skills:

Bonded and insured

5.0
"She is reliable and dependable. She did what she was supposed to do as per our instructions and then some. We are very happy with her and would hire her again."

Anthony E.

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Grace G.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Grace, and I have worked teaching kids how to ski in the winter, I have been a counselor and I am now currently working as a 1:1 associate teacher for a student with autistic support with colonial intermediate unit 20. I love interacting with children, and playing with them all while in a safe environment
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Mary S.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hard working private housekeeper with over 11 years of experience in managing household operation, cleaning house thoroughly. Demonstrated ability to clean all kinds of areas including bedrooms, restrooms, kitchen, etc.
Mary can also help with: General room cleaning, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, cabinet cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Michele C.


Blairstown, NJ

$10-15/hr

Loving Grandmother Part Time Care Giver

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am A mother of three and a grandmother of two wonderful little girls. I over see and work in a elementary school kitchen. I enjoy playing and nurturing children keeping they safe happy and engaged in fun and learning activities . I would like the opportunity to help you out by over seeing your child or children while you can...
Michele can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Michele is a wonderful person and a great help to us. She is self motivated, responsible and always punctual. Very good communication in planning our visits. She comes to the house when we are not home and cleans up, teaches my daughter handwork and her beautiful...

Jillian P.

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Michele C.


Blairstown, NJ

$10-15/hr

Dog Walker /Pet Care Giver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I love all kind of animals. I enjoy playing and going walks with dogs. I have been a dog and cat owner all my life. I would love the opportunity to spend time caring for your pet while you are away to keep them loved and safe.
Michele can also help with: Pet walking, administration of medicine
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Joan B.


Blairstown, NJ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Older Fun Mom With A Ton Of Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! About me: I have a BA in psychology with an emphasis in child development. I did my internship at a daycare center, have worked in several different day care centers in the past and volunteered at a school/hospital for special needs kids. I am a CASA volunteer (advocate for foster kids), raised four kids ages 19-29...
Joan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision
4.0
"I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her completely. Over the years she has taken care of our now adult daughter with Autism, our dogs and home, and...

Christa J.

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Robynne K.


Belvidere, NJ

$13-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 5 years of experience. I'm 20 years old I've been babysitting since 15 and I love kids I love being around kids, I am able to drive and have my own transportation, I am very outgoing and adventurous I can take kids outside to play make sure they aren't cooped up in the house, I love doing crafts so can teach the kids some...
Robynne can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Robynne has watched my grandchildren and is excellent with them. Their ages are 18 months, 6, 8, 9, 11. She also had cared for my husband who has Alzheimer's he is 69. She is a compassionate, kind and patient young lady. I highly recommend her. "

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Faith B.


Belvidere, NJ

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Mcfaith

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! My name is Faith! Here is a little information about me. I attend classes from a university. I am a part time RN, working on moving forward with my schooling. I have been babysitting since 2014, with children ranging from new borns to 15 years old. I have taken care of multiple kids at once, children with...
Faith can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Faith was the best nanny I have ever had and my two kids absolutely loved her, she is very dependable and trustworthy. 10/10 recommend!"

Susan M.

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Faith B.


Belvidere, NJ

$9-14/hr3 yrs exp

Pet Sitter In Your Area !

Hi! Animal caregiver! Being around animals has never been an issue for me, considering I've grown up in a household full of animals. My parents are also owners of an animal shelter in Miami, Florida and I've spent summers working there! I've been a childcare giver for 5+ years now. Helping out watching their animals as well!...
Skills:

Red Cross Pet First Aid Certified

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Joan B.


Blairstown, NJ

$15-20/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have a 90-year-old mom who I help on occasion, cared briefly for a friend's mother in law but most recently and most impactfully for me, I had the pleasure of caring for an 84-year-old woman, she was in a a wheelchair, needed help toileting, showering, prepared meals, did laundry, made/changed her bed and made a wonderful...
Joan can also help with: Mobility assistance, companionship
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Madeleine F.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-30/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available On Weeknights

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 13 and am certified in CPR. I also have my ECE Level 1 credential. I have taken care of children from infancy to 9 years old and have lots of energy to keep up with kids of all ages. I am capable of providing transportation, cooking, help with school work, housekeeping and crafts! I have...
Madeleine can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

Hi! I'm Alyssa! I am outgoing and caring. I love helping people and making them laugh! I have a lot of experience in a wide variety of things and look forward to meeting you!
Alyssa can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, transportation, errands
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Maria D.


Mount Bethel, PA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver For Your Pet Available Any Time Of The Day Or Night.

I have pet sat for years caring for domestic, as well as, farm animals. I prefer to just do domestic cats and dogs. I don't take care of snakes. I usually make 3 visits per day lasting 30 minutes each for one price. It doesn't matter to me what needs to be done as long as I can do it in 30 minutes. The number of pets doesn't...
Maria can also help with: Pet walking, boarding, administration of medicine, pet sitting, daily feeding, pet transportation & more
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Lydia S.


Mount Bethel, PA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Looking For A New Family To Share My Care & Enthusiasm With!

Hi families! I currently nanny for two different families, both kids are under a year old. I used to take care of high schoolers the year prior. I drove them to their after school activities and small household tasks including laundry etc. Before I started nannying, I used to work as a gymnastics coach & directed their summer...
Lydia can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kelly D.


Blairstown, NJ

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Animal Lover!

I have owned a wide variety of pets in my lifetime including dogs, cats, goats, chickens, ducks, horses, birds, and more! I was always my dad's main helper taking care of them growing up so I have an abundance of experience with many animals. I also now have 2 dogs of my own and just love being surrounded by animals!
Kelly can also help with: Pet transportation, boarding, pet walking, pet sitting
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Aliesha F.


Bangor, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

.

Hello everyone! I am a mom to 3 kids two girls 9 and 6 and my son who is 3! I have been babysitting/nanny since I was 16 years old! I also worked at a daycare for a few years as an infant room teacher and also a toddler leaf teacher.
Aliesha can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Karissa C.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hi! I'm 29 and have been caring for children my whole life, being the member of a large family with younger siblings and many cousins. I began babysitting around 15, then spent five years as a camp counselor and two as the Recreation Director of children's events at a country club. I have always enjoyed working with children and...
Karissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, PA

Jasmin F.

5.0

We needed a nanny for 2 weeks to look after and entertain our 2 kids (3.5 and 5 yrs old) while we were in the Poconos to allow us to work from home. We are very glad to have found Jasmin! We wanted someone reliable who would keep the kids safe and busy, and Jasmin exceeded expectations. She did...

- Sonia M.

Julia C.

5.0

Julia watched our three children for 6 months while she was in school. She was with us 2 full days / week and was a total pleasure! She is totally capable and responsible. My three children loved her and they are tough critics! She kept the house in beautiful order and was able to help with homework...

- Emily R.

Katherine H.

5.0

She is reliable and dependable. She did what she was supposed to do as per our instructions and then some. We are very happy with her and would hire her again.

- Anthony E.

Michele C.

5.0

Michele is a wonderful person and a great help to us. She is self motivated, responsible and always punctual. Very good communication in planning our visits. She comes to the house when we are not home and cleans up, teaches my daughter handwork and her beautiful projects she creates for online. She...

- Jillian P.

Joan B.

4.0

I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her completely. Over the years she has taken care of our now adult daughter with Autism, our dogs and home, and additionally a senior family member. Joan...

- Christa J.

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