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Lois H.

Loyal, Dependable, Patient...

Fort Washington, PA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
I have LOADS of experience with care, special care, elder care, child care, home care, pet care, etc. I look forward to the next chapter in my life as my current responsibilities will be coming to an end soon. I feel I do possess strong & caring patience with tender teaching abilities. I am 59 (2018).
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Renee M.

Fort Washington, PA

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$13/hr
The work with the two wonderful families I have been working with providing childcare has come to an end. I am available for a companionship position in which I can bring my soon to be 3-year-old daughter with me. She is easy going, loves meeting new people, and is a go with the flow kind of child. I know it's extremely...
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Ariana B.

Part Time Babysitter/nanny.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I've been working with children since I was 18. . I've worked as an assistant preschool teacher with children ages 1-6 at 2 Montessori schools and a Reggio-Waldorf inspired nature preschool. I have also worked at a residence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities for 2 years and have extensive experience...

Vanessa H. says "I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone other than...

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Linda F.

Babysitter - Available Part Time

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi !!! My name is Linda. I have been working with children for five years. Throughout my experience, I have been blessed enough to work hands on with children who have special needs for the past two years. I am currently a special needs adviser at the School District of Philadelphia. The children that I have worked with ranges...

Shari A. says " Linda is extremely calm and patient and has great ideas when it comes to children's behaviors. I have also utilized Linda as a pet sitter in my home while...

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Meryl G.

Child Care

Huntingdon Valley, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I'm a 63-year-old woman and live in Willow Grove. I'm looking for part-time work in the afternoon and/or evening. I completed a background check, child abuse clearance and fingerprinting in 2016, and worked for a year as a van driver for the Upper Moreland School District. I greatly enjoyed working with the kids, which included...

Chuck F. says "As a volunteer for the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (I am the President of the Board) Meryl has been reliable, professional and...

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Joanne C.

Loving Part-time Care Giver Available

Dresher, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I have been a caregiver for children since I was 16 years old, starting with babysitting, moving on to preschool teacher and eventually elementary school teacher and special needs teacher's aide. I enjoy baking, art, music, sports, hiking and anything creative. I'd love to care for your child and will bring energy and joy to the...

Nathanael B. says "Joanne has been so helpful watching our 13-year-old son! She is punctual, friendly, easy-going, and our son really likes her. She has been able to come...

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Marisa K.

Babysitter! :)

Glenside, PA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I am 23 and a current graduate student getting my doctorate in physical therapy. I have mainly evening and weekend availability due to my class schedule. I have a bachelors degree in psychology and have experience with kids of all ages and kids with special needs. I am CPR certified through the American Heart Association! I love...

Care Member says "Punctual and so sweet! I felt safe leaving my boy with her and I knew I could trust her. Would 100% hire her again"

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Matthew R.

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
9 years experience
I have experience working with the elderly in home since living in Santa Cruz, California. I moved to Philadelphia and have enjoyed very much my experience working for some great families. My references will show that I have developed outstanding relationships with my employers and have proved that I can relate well and adapt to...

Monica R. says "Matthew helped to take care of my husband and was always very upbeat, responsible and willing to help with different activities and learn how to better...

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Tasneem A.

Narberth, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Tasneem (tess-neem). I am excited to create a caring and memorable experience for you and your child. I have taken First Aid and CPR training classes in the past, and am willing to get the certification renewed. I believe in treating children with kindness and compassion and will tend to their needs. I am an older...

Care Member says "I’ve had a pleasure of having Tasneem nanny for me for the last three months. During the interview process, I was impressed by her caregiving experience...

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Kristen D.

Special Needs Caregiver

Hatboro, PA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi! I'm a childcare provider experienced with special needs. I've worked with children with autism both in school and home settings. I have experience as an instructional assistant (four years) in ABA/autistic classrooms and as a behavior therapist. I've worked with children on life, social, academic and other skills. I'm...

Hema G. says "Kristen is extremely kind, professional and has an amazing sense of work ethic. She also doesn't get rattled easily, which was a huge plus point when...

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Madison R.

7 Year Experienced Part-time Nanny

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I'm a 25-year-old college graduate. I have 7 + years experience, working as a Nanny and as a lead day care teacher in the toddler and infant room at different points in my career. I've worked with newborns/infants and children of all ages up to 14! As well as special needs kiddos and adults! I am CPR trained, background checked...

Jeni D. says "We absolutely loved Madison! She worked with our autistic son, showing such patience and understanding. Highly recommend!"

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Nikesha C.

Part-Time Or Full-Time Caregiver Prefer At My Home

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
If you are looking for a caregiver full-time, part-time, temporary or occasionally, I am very qualified in the position for I've been working in the child care field for 20+ plus years. I worked for a school for the deaf where I held the position as Behavioral Specialist for special needs children for 10 years before I become a...

Faith H. says "Nikesha watched my three young children for over two years. We even moved and still drove well out of our way so that the kids could still be watched by...

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Deshanna R.

Narberth, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi Families, Currently working as a training supervisor with the airlines here at PHL Airport. I'm currently seeking part-time/ as needed employment. I have experience working with elders, children (ages infants -up), and also those with special needs (autism, IDD, and etc). My schedule is flexible, weekends are negotiable. I...

Care Member says "Desanna was a wonderful care giver. She treated my children with love and care. I never had to worry when I left them to go work because she made us...

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Stephen M.

Part Or Full-Time Caregiver Available

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I've had the opportunity to work part-time with a gentleman with a form of progressive MS for the past 10 years. My goal is to enhance his quality of life by assisting him with everyday activities and promoting his physical well being. Daily activities include: Providing physical therapy exercises for strength and range of...

Susan H. says "Steve M. was wonderful. He was thoughtful, caring, totally reliable, insightful, and brought positive energy to everything he did for the person he was...

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Dora S.

Special Needs Care

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Hello I have worked with the elderly who have dementia. I am happy to do meal preparation, laundry, light housekeeping, and errands.

Marilyn B. says "Dora did a 1 month overnight care role for my elderly mother three times a week. She was lovely to interact with, kind, compassionate, communicative,...

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Patti C.

Part-Time Caregiver Available, Seniors, Errands, Disabled

Blue Bell, PA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I am presently seeking a part-time position as a companion/community navigator providing help in and out of the home.

Gene C. says "Patti worked with me both inside and outside my home for about 5 months for 25 hours per week to provide companionship and help while I was in a very...

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Victoria D.

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

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello! I am currently looking for a part time or full time position along with some babysitting/date nights as well. I am currently a behavioral health technician but am now looking to nanny again! My last position before that was with a 2 month baby for about two months. Before that I was a nanny for two kiddos at 6-month-old...

Care Member says "Victoria was a great sitter! She was super communicative, arrived on time, and took great care of our two kids (C, 4, and A, 1). C was anxious about...

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Montse G.

Experienced Childcare Professional

Horsham, PA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi there! My name is Montse, and I am an experienced child-care professional with experience working with children ages 3mo-18. I have lived abroad in China, Spain, Mexico and Ireland before and am excited to connect with a family that values cultural immersion. My first language is actually Spanish, and would love to share my...

Rachel G. says "Montse is great with kids! Incredibly patient. I have worked with her many different times and she is respectful of different abilities of the children...

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Karen D.

Mount Airy And Vicinity Babysitter

Philadelphia, PA

5.0(0)
from
$15/hr
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
I have worked as a social worker for over 25 years with children in a variety of settings. In the past few years I have worked as a substitute teacher in the school district of Phila as well as with individual children with special needs.
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Jackelyn M.

Experienced Babysitter About 15 Years, Looking For A P/T Job I Have Take Care Of 2 Autistic Boys

Warminster, PA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Jackelyn I am home care aide as well as a nanny as well as a driver for people that need to be taken to appointments or for kids activities I have done both of this things. I have worked from babies to seniors as well I have worked with special needs I have two kids girl and boy and I been working with kids since...
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Ariana B.

I was in town for a wedding and didn't know anyone that could watch my daughter. This was my first time leaving my 1 year old with anyone...

- Vanessa H.

Linda F.

Linda is extremely calm and patient and has great ideas when it comes to children's behaviors. I have also utilized Linda as a pet sitter...

- Shari A.

Meryl G.

As a volunteer for the Holocaust Awareness Museum and Education Center (I am the President of the Board) Meryl has been reliable,...

- Chuck F.

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