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Emma P.

Calm, Caring And Friendly Sitter With Teaching Experience

Ridgewood, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
I have 7 years of experience caretaking for children aged six months to 12 years old. I have worked at a K-12 school as a substitute and assistant teacher and at a nursery school. Currently, I am a graduate student. I am reliable, kind, patient and creative. I am also a good cook and previously interned as a pastry chef.

Sue D. says "We have known Emma since she was in the fifth grade, and are happy to have been able to watch her grow into the talented, intelligent, and fine young adult...

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Bridget O.

Hands On Nanny

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
7 years experience
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have years of experience with childcare. I have worked as a full time and part time nanny. I work to create hands on educational activities that allow for child development. I work best with active families. I enjoy working to foster a fun, safe, and educational environment. I am a talented chef and baker and can also assist...

Care Member says "Bridget is our go to babysitter. She is absolutely wonderful. Bridget handles all 4 of my children with ease. She plays with all of them, cooks and...

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Katya E.

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
8 years of experience taking care of newborns to 11-year-olds as well as elderly care. I am responsible, reliable and cheerful person with excellent childcare and interpersonal skills. I also work as a private chef and caterer and will happily help with meal prep in the house along with dinners. I am always filled with energy...

Indira S. says "Katya was punctual, reliable, and very helpful. Proactive and resourceful. Would definitely hire again."

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Yanina V.

Babysitter Part Time Or Full Time

Bogota, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a mother of 3 kids, all in college. My objective in care is to provide safety, respect, love, I don't believe in time outs, or taking away toys as a form of punishment, what I do is talking, teaching, explain, always communicate in any way possible. And the most important is help your little one in any need. I studied...

Danielle P. says "Yanina is a FANTASTIC nanny. She has worked with us for almost 2 years and has taken excellent care of our children (now 2 and 5 months). She is kind,...

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Melanie G.

NYC Childhood Enthusiast, Home Organizer, & Personal Chef!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
17 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm a dedicated and nurturing caregiver, household manager, and personal chef with 10+ years of experience caring for all ages, from infants to teens, and everything in-between. I have a medical background, extensive experience with neurodivergent children and those with differing needs (both physically and developmentally),...

Care Member says "Melanie was a lifesaver who filled in for over 2 months while our full time nanny was on leave. The house had never been so organized and it was such a...

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Gina D.

Full Time Nanny

South River, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
I have 7+ years of experience working with individuals with various special needs ages ranging from birth to 12 years old. I have years of experience babysitting. I have received numerous valuable training from my previous employers, specially being a certified chef I can quickly adapt and learn new things.

Eric P. says "We came all the way from Cali for a wedding, we needed a babysitter for the day. Gina was amazing and punctual the boys got along with her just great. I...

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Alla B.

Astoria, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
dusting
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am very efficient, organized and detail oriented. I have worked as a nanny and house manager with housekeeping duties. Even when I see my students ( I am a freelance early childhood teacher) for sessions in their homes, I encourage them to help me organize the toys and educational materials used after the session's end as a...

Susane P. says "Alla is one of the most conscientious people I know. She is kindhearted, giving, thoughtful; she works hard and goes above and beyond to deliver only the...

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Kenya W.

Childcare Provider

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have cared for children for almost 15 years. I am very comfortable working with children of all ages. I focus on providing a safe, constructive, and engaging experience for children. The joy of watching children as they reach developmental milestones and display their personalities is one of the main reasons I remain committed...

Jenny S. says "We've know Kenya for three years now. She's a kind, thoughtful caregiver who is friendly, flexible, easygoing! She has been great with both our baby son...

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Marites D.

Dependable And Reliable

Astoria, NY

5.0(0)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
respite care
personal care
visiting nurse
hospice services
+ 1 more
18 years of experience in hospital settings . Food and beverage expertise in preparation and setting up in high quality services. Own catering services private chef and healthcare professional. Fun loving person and integrity is my best policy.
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Yanina V.

Compassionate Caregiver

Bogota, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Dementia
visiting physician
personal care
home modification
hospice services
I have experience taking care of elderly ladies, also with Alzheimer's and Senile Dementia. I feel confident and competent with the care of Senior citizen. I will provide care and compassionate assistance, run errands, doctors appointments, light housecleaning, meal preparation, etc. I had on my care a lady with mild...

Virginia G. says "Yanina took care of my Mom who is diagnosed with dementia for a year. She is diligent, compassionate and patient. "

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Robin M.

Experienced Personal Assistant, Chef, & Housekeeper Looking For Part Time Work

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
dusting
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
My focus for the last 3 years has been on a career as a personal assistant/chef/housekeeper. Basically an all-around, doing whatever you need type of person. I started my own full-time housekeeping business 25 years ago in NYC, and then continued it in Mpls, MN where I lived for many years. In both cities, most of my clients...

Maggie M. says "Robin is extremely attentive and careful. She has worked as a part-time PA for my family for over a year and has helped with a variety of tasks, from...

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Yei M.

Hospitality Professional With Substantial Experience In Housekeeping And Personal Assistant Services

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Attic cleaning
changing bed linens
cabinet cleaning
general room cleaning
basement cleaning
+ 1 more
Fully vaccinated. seasoned professional that has substantial work experience with housekeeping and personal assistant services. My past work experience has included me working on board of a private yacht and residence as well. The job duties for this position included cleaning, protecting, maintaining and caring for valuable...

Morgan B. says "Yei takes wonderful care of our household and our home. She is meticulous, trustworthy, thinks ahead, and kind. The house is always sparkling and it's...

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Amanda U.

Part-Time Creative And Caring Live-Out Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! My name is Amanda, and I'm 34 years old. I have a deep passion for caring for children. I have over five years of part-time nannying experience in New York, gained several years ago. I have a friendly and calm demeanor, possibly a reflection of my California upbringing. I'm reliable, intuitive, and skilled in time...

Melanie L. says "Amanda is amazing! A part of the family now."

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Delta P.

Energetic Nanny Excited To Meet your Family

Brooklyn, NY

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Greetings! My name is Delta. I am a 10+ year Newborn Care Specialist, employed in hospitals and private care. I am Standard CPR and Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certified. I've been a baby nurse/nanny for over 10 years in Manhattan and Brooklyn. My specialty is with newborns which includes a range of: record keeping,...

Care Member says "Delta was reliable, caring, loving and attentive to our daughter! We love her and would recommend her to anyone! "

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Sarah S.

Caregiver - Postpartum Doula - Postnatal Chef

Long Island City, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm Sarah, a certified birth and postpartum doula based in Astoria/LIC, Queens, where I live with my husband and our beloved pets. With a background in culinary arts and nursing, I specialize in supporting families through the perinatal period-encompassing pregnancy, birth, and postpartum-with a focus on infant care and...

Stacey R. says "Can't recommend Sarah highly enough! She worked with our family from when our son was 3 months old until he was 12 months old and started daycare. The...

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Karina C.

Housekeeper, Expert Organizing, Private Chef

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Bathroom cleaning
general room cleaning
dusting
kitchen cleaning
cabinet cleaning
+ 1 more
I am an American citizen and share my heart with my native Venezuela. I graduated as a Graphic Designer. Illustration and several intensive cooking curses, in NYC, Italy and Australia. My work consist in help running errands, doing groceries, cooking, organizing laundry and eye-detail cleaning. I work for four families for 6+...

Carlo B. says "Karina is GREAT!!! She is never attentive to detail, organizing, and I would say achieving perfection. We are satisfied with all her work from cleaning,...

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Katerina J.

Nanny .

New York, NY

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been live-in nanny for 10 years. I have experience with kids all ages, including newborns and ADHD. I have experience as family chef and personal assistant. I am capable to run a household. I am experienced nanny. I can do drop offs, taking them to doctor's appointments, activities, fun adventures, arranging play dates, I...

Care Member says "Katerina became a part of our family rapidly, she’s been superb with our children (18m and 4yrs), cooks lovely meals, kitchen was always spotless and...

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Nichakorn F.

Your Child Is My Child

Parsippany, NJ

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
Hi there, How are you? My name is Nicha from Thailand, I live in Parsippany. I'm a stay at home mom who is looking for a part time babysit job during weekdays as my 14years old son goes to school. My special needs son is a gifted&honor student at school. He is a pianist who performed at Canergie Hall at age 6, and also the...

Nandini S. says "She's awesome with babies! Love her. Would have kept her longer if wouldn't have to leave Jersey. I will definitely recommend her. She's great and was a...

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Alexis S.

Crafty Nanny (play Based Learning)

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have 7 years of experience working as a nanny and personal chef. My professional background is mostly in culinary arts and education, doing work with local farms, getting kids and families excited about local, seasonal foods. If your kiddos are interested in cooking, baking, sewing/design, botany/foraging, or anything outside...

Lindsay W. says "We used Alexis for a few weekdays when my almost-2-year-old daughter couldn't go to daycare. She was great at communicating about logistics leading up to...

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Camille P.

Experienced Bk Based Sitter

Brooklyn, NY

from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
Hello! I'm Cam, a Brooklyn-based theater artist, nanny/babysitter, and private chef. I am 27 years old, fully vaccinated and boosted, and certified in CPR for children under 5 years old. I absolutely love storytelling, singing, dancing, and playing pretend, due to my theater background. As a private chef, I am also excited about...
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Personal Chefs in Union, NJ are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed personal chefs

Emma P.

We have known Emma since she was in the fifth grade, and are happy to have been able to watch her grow into the talented, intelligent, and...

- Sue D.

Bridget O.

Bridget is our go to babysitter. She is absolutely wonderful. Bridget handles all 4 of my children with ease. She plays with all of them,...

- Care member

Katya E.

Katya was punctual, reliable, and very helpful. Proactive and resourceful. Would definitely hire again.

- Indira S.

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