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5 years experience
Hi there! I've grown up taking care of my younger brother who is diagnosed with Autism and Downs Syndrome. My mom is single and working and so I get lots of experience working through Online school with him and therapy over Zoom. I had a semester long internship at an Occupational Therapy office where I became familiar with...
Hello! I have a BA in Elementary Education, and have been a lead supervisor of classrooms, field-trips, daycares, summer camps, volunteer projects, mealtimes, and shifts in retail and food service. Lately I've hosted visitor centers and trails as a park ranger, but it all started with babysitting about 15 years ago! Since then...
I'm currently a principal at a an alternative school that provides services to special needs children.
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Hi!! I'm a 20-year-old student that attends JMU but lives in Harrisonburg full time since I is t have much family to fall back on. I'm a very upbeat person that loves to be outdoors and active but also has a nerdy side that loves video games, movies and other things!! I'm very attentive and a very responsible, patient person...
I have many year of experience working with individuals with varied needs from the ages of 18 months to 29 years of age.
I'd describe my personality as fun, approachable, and positive. I enjoy caring for people and treat individuals with care and respect. Every child deserves to be loved.
Can discuss availability options.
Over the years I have taken classes on how to work with children with different abilities. As well as working with children, like when I would nanny or when I worked at kids first swim school. I worked with a range of children with a range of abilities. They are some of my favorite children to work and build a bond with.
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Since the age of 14, I have been caring for young children on an as need basis. I began by watching my youth pastor's three toddler children while his wife tutored in a different section of their home. Having that opportunity at a young age allowed me to appreciate how rewarding childcare can be. Since then, I have had various...
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I'd describe my personality as caring, effervescent, and patient!
I like working with kids because I have a family full of children and I am the oldest, so it is in my nature to be looking after them! The feeling I get after helping a child is rewarding and incomparable to any other!
I started working with kids when I was a...
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10 years experience·
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I've been working in the childcare field for more than 10 years.
I am very patient with children and love helping them learn while also having fun. I'm specialized with newborns, infants and toddlers but I also have experience with older kids, multiples and special needs.
I can teach them Spanish, do arts and crafts among other...
Hi! I'm Carolina I have a degree in Special Education and years of experience working with children of all ages and abilities. I've taught elementary and high school special education, worked as a nanny, and spent three years as a preschool teacher while in college.
I'm now a full-time real estate agent, but I really miss...
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I am a very energetic, outgoing person who has been babysitting for over 7 years. I am a recent graduate of James Madison University with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. I am staying in Harrisonburg throughout the summer and in the foreseeable future!
I have taken care kids of all ages, taken care of children with special...
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I love the joy and creativity children bring into the world. As a former teacher assistant, I have lots of experience with children and behaviors. I have worked with children with disabilities in the school setting in addition to growing up with a brother with special needs. I am fun, outgoing, and positive to be around. I...
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Hi there! I love spending time with kids. Whether it's playing games, getting outside for some fresh air, or helping with homework, I enjoy being engaged and present with the children I care for.
I'm also more than happy to help out with anything around the house-cleaning, doing laundry, cooking meals, or whatever else might...
Hi Parents, My Name Is Olivia And I Am Looking To Be An Occasional Or Date Night Sitter.
Harrisonburg, VA
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5 years experience·
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Hello, my name is Olivia, I am a junior at James Madison University, and I am working to obtain my bachelors degree in psychology. After I graduate, I plan to go to grad school to specialize in children's psychology. I have been babysitting children since I was 14. When I was 16 I began preschool assistant position. In this...
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Hi! I'm a sophomore at James Madison University, majoring in Psychology. I've been babysitting since I was 13, and now with about 6 years of experience, I've had the opportunity of working with children of all ages, from infants to preteens, including children with special needs.
I'm very passionate about creating a safe, fun,...
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Hi! I am an experienced nanny and teacher assistant who has taught preschool through elementary grades, including children with special needs. I have worked in public schools and day care centers, as well as caring for kids in my home while raising my own four children. I love caring for and teaching kids, and enjoy taking them...
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7 years experience·
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I have volunteered in an elementary school and I spend my summers giving swim lessons to children. Some of this work is volunteer, but I also started my own swim lesson business at my local swim club. I adore children of all ages. I work with children 2-12 in the summers. I have experience with children 3 months old to 15 years...
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I started babysitting when I was 11 (I'm 28 now) and I have experience with children of all ages. I also have experience with tutoring and working with children with special needs. I have been certified with the Red Cross in CPR and First Aid training and I graduated from JMU in 2020 with a degree in Elementary Education. Before...
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Bringing joy to children's lives through caregiving is my passion. My five years of experience working with children aged newborn to older children have instilled in me patience, creativity, and a friendly approach that both children and parents appreciate. I have some college experience and maintain current CPR Training.
I...
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The average post rate is $16.86/hr as of January 2026
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