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Corinne V.

Rockaway Park, NY

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$16/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
sitter, experience working with children including children with special needs. Passionate about working with children.
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Jennifer E.

FULL TIME LIVE IN/LIVE OUT SENIOR CARE GIVER

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Companionship
hospice services
dementia
specialized care
personal care
+ 1 more
I have worked for over 22 years as a caregiver. I am HHA and CPR certified. My last assignment was for over nine and a half years as a private caregiver. I have experience with Dementia, Alzheimer, Parkinson and stroke patients. I am an extremely capable and compassionate person with extensive experience in elderly care. I am...

Caroll K. says "I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate, understanding, flexible,...

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Hannah W.

Current Student And Part-time Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! Over the years, I have worked in several childcare positions, and I always ensure I lead with kindness and patience. Most recently, I was an assistant preschool teacher at a Montessori school, where I became certified in positive discipline. I've developed close relationships with the families I've worked for, and they...

Care Member says "Hannah was outstanding with my daughter Elise. From the moment she walked in, she had a warm rapport with Elise and entertained her by reading books,...

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Katherine F.

Reliable And Experienced Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have 10+ years of experience across multiple age groups, including nannying in Philly for the past few years. My experience ranges from working in-house for families, spending many summers as a camp counselor, special needs-based care, and working both in the daycare and preschool settings. I have a B. S. in Health Sciences...

Care Member says "We absolutely loved loved kate! The worst part of leaving philly was leaving kate behind! She is always on time, reliable, excellent with children and...

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Caro F.

Loving & Experienced Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Believe it or not, I have been babysitting for more than 12 years! I've worked with many different families and summer camps over the years, so I'm comfortable with every age group. But my most recent experiences are with infants and toddlers. A bit of my background... I graduated from Tufts University in 2020 with majors in...

Care Member says "Caro was an incredible help to us last Summer when our childcare plans for my 1-year-old suddenly fell through. They worked with us several times a week...

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Jessica T.

Modern Mary Poppins

Brooklyn, NY

4.5(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
I'm Jess, a Brooklyn-based potty-training coach, and writer, who's looking for occasional/temporary childcare gigs as I work on a book and my business. I've been a caregiver since I was a kid myself, and have spent over two decades in childcare in some capacity; babysitting, tutoring, nannying, potty- and sleep-training,...

Care Member says "Jessica was amazing, Very responsive, very punctual and super attentive and kind with my small children. She asked questions to help understand the...

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Kateri B.

Brooklyn, NY

4.6(1)
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$28/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello, I'm Kateri. I have 10 years of experience in a nanny/at home setting and in professional childcare. I have been a preschool teacher for 5 years, and have had over 200 hours of training in childhood development. I have a Childhood Development Associate and CPR/First Aid. I also am trained in Safe Sleep ( for infants). I am...

Becky M. says "Kateri was wonderful with my little ones! She kept them entertained, was funny, and really sweet. She was also well worth the price! I would recommend her...

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Catherina D.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, my name is Catherina. I'm available to care for your love one's. I have experience working with client with different needs and care.
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Elizabeth R.

Part Time Caregiver

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth, I am a registered nurse in the neonatal intensive care unit in the city! Aside from my nursing degree, I have over 10 years of experience in childcare, ranging from the structured setting of a child care center to a more flexible at home babysitting setting. I have also taken on the role as coach,...

Michele R. says "Elizabeth is absolutely amazing with children of all ages. She has cared for my children during various periods over the past 5 years. She is...

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Jennifer F.

Caring Like Family

Middle Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Dementia
personal care
hospice services
visiting nurse
visiting physician
I'm a trained Nurses Assistant and a Home Health Aide. I have 6 years experience working with the elderly in a home settling . I have experience with clients with dementia, special needs , as well as hospice care. I can provide the following services: medication reminder, record vitals, assist with bathing , dressing ,...

Jodi D. says "I hesitate to say too much because I don't want anyone to steal her from us. Mom just loves her, which is half the battle here. Mom mostly needs...

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Nate L.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Nate and I've been working with children my entire adult life! I got my start working at a camp counselor from the age of 13. Since then I've been babysitting, giving music lessons, and tutoring children of all ages. In 2019 I obtained my BS from SUNY New Paltz for jazz performance. Music is my passion and childcare...

Kathryn W. says "We hired Nate to pick up our kids from school daily and entertain them in the afternoons. He has been working for us for over two years and has provided...

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Camille N.

NYC Creative & Active Babysitter And Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have experience caring for the following special needs categories: Down syndrome, Type 1 Diabetes and Autism Spectrum - PDDNOS, Intellectually Disabled.
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Danielle A.

Part-Time Caregiver For Children With And Without Special Needs

Brooklyn, NY

4.9(1)
from
$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 34 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
Hello, Thank you for taking time to read through my profile. Let me tell you a little about myself. I am a loving, sweet, passionate, fun, energetic, date night babysitter*. I love to cook; healthy meals are my specialty. I have experience in caring for children from the ages of 2 months to late teens. I also have experience...

Maria K. says "Really great with my kids. My son asked for her the next day because he missed her. I have a 4yr and 5 month baby."

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Nabila N.

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
10 years experience as a babysitter . I speak Arabic, French and English. I have experience with special need kids.

Alex C. says "Nabila cared for our daughter when she was a baby and was wonderful. They were always playing and singing and laughing. She also did our daughter's laundry,...

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Angelica L.

Middle Village, NY

5.0(1)
from
$19/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient, and creative person who has approximately 15 years of experience caring for children, from infants to teenagers. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if requested. Personally, I'm an organizer, planner, and multitasker, so minimum...

Barry H. says "Angie acted as a companion and community rehabilitation worker for my adult daughter that lives with autism. She was kind, honest, and in the end became a...

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Petra S.

Loving, Reliable, Energetic Caregiver!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
I adore children and my priority is insuring they develop good healthy habits and behaviors while having tones of fun. Some of my skills include being patient, open-minded, proactive and ability to communicate effectively in a comprehensive way. I have years of experience babysitting children different ages. My most recent...

Eyal N. says "Petra is warm, fun, and responsible. Our child loves spending time with her and we know he is in good hands."

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Alissa A.

Alissa A.

Brooklyn, NY

3.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello! I would love to meet with you to interview to be a nanny/babysitter for your child. I have been Head Teacher at the Art Center in Manhattan. I also worked as a Childcare Provider and private Art Instructor in Manhattan and Brooklyn Heights. I have a background in fine arts and art therapy and have worked with children in...

Ehren S. says "We hired Alissa over the Christmas holidays as my wife and I were in town to visit family. Alissa cared for our 1 year old several nights and we couldn't...

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Vivienne B.

First Grade Teacher, Creative Babysitter!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! My name is Vivienne. I am a Brooklyn-based certified first grade teacher with Teach for America. I graduated from Fordham last year and am currently earning my Master's in education. During the weekdays, I am the homeroom teacher for 20 wonderful students at a public charter! I am looking to become your go-to date night...

Connie Z. says "Vivienne is wonderful with our daughter as she has been a recurring sitter for over a year. She is dependable and my daughter has a wonderful time with...

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Nicole C.

Educated Nanny

Brooklyn, NY

4.3(1)
from
$25/hr
18 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Grocery shopping
meal prep
light cleaning
I am a mature, dependable and high-energy person with a passion for childcare excellence. Valued by parents for warmth, professionalism, dedication and excellent judgment. Provide parents with an unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and welfare of their children. I have 16years plus of experience working with children...

Care Member says "We hired Nicole as an after school nanny for 2 years when my son was 2-4yo. She is very reliable, professional and patient with my son. She is also very...

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Shellese H.

Fun And Energetic! You Can Depend On Me Anytime!

Brooklyn, NY

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Shellese. I am a dedicated and professional nanny with extensive experience caring for children of all ages, including newborns and adolescents. I specialize in newborn care and have worked closely with children with special needs, including those on the autism spectrum. I am CPR and First Aid certified, and I...

Tyra B. says "Ms. H is an excellent mother and caretaker. She is dependable, warm and nurturing. Ms. H would be an asset to any family seeking her services."

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Jennifer E.

I recommend Jennifer very highly. She took care of my father-in-law who had dementia, until he passed. She was compassionate,...

- Caroll K.

Hannah W.

Hannah was outstanding with my daughter Elise. From the moment she walked in, she had a warm rapport with Elise and entertained her by...

- Care member

Katherine F.

We absolutely loved loved kate! The worst part of leaving philly was leaving kate behind! She is always on time, reliable, excellent with...

- Care member

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