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Gaithersburg, MD 20877
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Experience: 10 yrs
with 12 years of experience in childcare, I create a warm environment for every child to thrive. I am caring, dependable, and I bring a warm and nurturing presence on board. I have worked with different ages and personalities, and I pride myself on creating a safe, engaging, and loving environment where children feel supported. Families describe me as patient, trustworthy, organized, and attentive. I believe in building strong relationships not only with children, but also with parents through open communication, reliability, and consistency. I enjoy planning age-appropriate activities that foster creativity, learning, confidence, and emotional development while maintaining a structured, positive routine. Whether it's nap routines, or fun play, I approach every task with care and professionalism. I understand the need for parents peace of mind. Above all, I love creating meaningful connections with children and becoming a positive, comforting presence in their daily lives.
We feel so lucky to have gotten to know Gifty — she has been a wonderfully reliable and caring presence in our family’s life. She consistently shows up on time and is always willing to adjust to our changing schedules. She works hard to understand what’s important to us in our approach to childcare, and our child (and our dog!) lights up when she arrives, which speaks volumes about the trust and warmth she brings. She’s always accommodating when our work schedules shift and approaches changes with grace. Over time, she’s become a trusted part of our family, and we feel very lucky to have her support!
1/2/2026
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$30/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$30/hr
2 children
$32/hr
3 children
$35/hr
Can help with
Child care
Companion care
Craft assistance
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Swimming supervision
Education
Montgomery College - Rockville - 2023
Associate degree - General Studies
University of Maryland - College Park
Currently attending
Bachelor degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Doula
Special needs care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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