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Sarah O.

After School Sitter, Weekends, & Tutor

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
I have babysat for special needs kids, for babies, for middle schoolers and kids of all needs! I have brought them to their practices and obligations and to school. I also train dogs to be guiding eye dogs, so I am super comfortable with pets. I am currently a data scientist. I have an MSA in Analytics. I have experience...
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Occasional Babysitter On Weekends/Weekday Evenings

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
Craft assistance
I've cared for a 5-year-old child with special needs, played with him, made sure his afternoon was full of activities, etc. I am very reliable and trustworthy and I love children. I absolutely love arts and crafts and would be willing to provide projects for children while babysitting. Fun fact: I am obsessed with all things...
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Years Of Childcare Experience : 10

Washington, DC

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
I was born in Cameroon and raised in France. My name is Emily I am outgoing, passionate, creative, caring, communicative, compassionate, honest, energetic, loving, trustworthy, patient, have great work ethic, and I love people (especially kids) ! I have lots of experience with kids, family, friends, I have worked with...
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Washington, DC

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$35/hr
6 years experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hi, I'm Amelia (she/her/ella)! I recently graduated magna cum laude from Washington University in St. Louis, and now work full-time in Washington, D. C., in policy and advocacy. Alongside my academic and professional work, I've always loved caring for kids. I previously served as a volunteer music teacher at a school for special...
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Washington, DC

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$30/hr
20 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Kathryn - kids call me KP. An unexpected lay-off means I have some downtime and I'd love to do some kid care. My very first job was babysitting when I was 11. I worked my way through high school and college as a nanny, babysitter and camp counselor. Newborns! Friends call me the "baby whisperer" and many have asked me...
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About Me!

Washington, DC

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$22/hr
6 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I started working with kids when I was in high school, at around 15 years old. A few years later, my parents opened up a sensory gym geared towards children with special needs. This gym features equipment such as swings, a zip line, a trampoline, etc. for the purpose of assisting in the development of both fine and gross motor...
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Part-time Caregiver

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
swimming supervision
I am a recent graduate of The Ohio State University with a major in special education. I have been babysitting since I was in 6th grade, for my neighbors who are 6 years younger than me and are twins. I also babysat my cousin from when she was 10 months old to present at 2 years old. I often work with children and adults in the...
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Washington, DC

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$28/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello everyone! My name is Alex, and I am looking for a position as a Nanny or Household manager on Wednesdays. I would describe myself as an adventurous and warm-hearted nanny. -I am a professional nanny of 9+ years, with additional experience as a preschool teacher. - Infant care experience. -Experience with special needs...
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A Nurse Who Enjoys Working With Children.

Washington, DC

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 3 years of experience working with children and I thoroughly enjoy it! I currently work with children with special needs and I have healthcare background as well.
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Unconditional Empathy

Washington, DC

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$10/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
I currently work as an aide in a special needs classroom. I have also worked as a substitute and aftercare teacher for my current employer. In private settings, I aim to use my experience to provide tools for routine and organization for parents, as well as promote a nurturing environment for the children. My passion does lie in...
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Weekend Nanny

Washington, DC

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$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! I am Christina, and I am currently a student at George Washington University. I offer child care, pet care, and household services. I love children and have been a babysitter/nanny since I was 15, working with multiple families including a special needs infant. I am Red Cross Certified for child care as well as CPR. I have...
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Childcare Expert

Washington, DC

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 15 years of experience caring for children (0-12 y/o). I started babysitting infants + babies at 12 years old and continued throughout high school at the Bryn Mawr School for Girls in Baltimore, where I began babysitting toddlers at our lower school. I have extensive experience tutoring in English, Math and Spanish 1. I...
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Washington, DC

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$10/hr
5 years experience
My name is Nandi and I'm 21. I was born and raised in Zimbabwe Africa and moved to the United States when I was around 10. I grew up in Dallas Texas, and recently moved to WV. I have been babysitting since I was 15 and babysitted the children at my church. I am an artist and love reading so be sure to see your kids coming home...
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Hello! Welcome To My Profile!

Washington, DC

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
My name is Queeny and I work with children professionally including school aged children and little ones ages 0-3. Can you guess my profession? I look at the family holistically, supporting children in their activities of daily living (feeding, toileting, etc), self regulation, fine motor, etc. I utilize a lot of crafts that are...
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Fun, Reliable, And Experienced Sitter

Washington, DC

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$20/hr
9 years experience
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Amelia! I am a current graduate student, originally from Minnesota. I have been nannying since my freshman year of highschool for kids ranging from ages 2-10. Additionally, I have worked as a PCA (Personal Care Attendant) for clients with special needs for the past 8 years and have lots of experience with the...
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Safety, Learning, And Fun Is My Motto!

Washington, DC

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hello, I'm Dymond and am so excited to meet you and your family! As the oldest of 7, I have always loved working with kids and becoming apart of their developing journeys. I have a wide array of experience with infants, twins, and children with special needs ranging from 4 weeks to 18 years old. I am BLS/CPR certified and...
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Baby-sitter

Washington, DC

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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
I love children and I chose to be a babysitter because of that. I really love learning everyday with them. They have a lot to learn from us about any questions about life. I have many experiences with children, babies, toddlers, teens, special needs and newborns as well. I teach in different contexts, I worked as a nanny, at...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
My Name is Carolina, Dedicated and compassionate caregiver with CPR, First Aid, and Heart Saver certifications. With a warm and caring personality, I provide top-notch support to individuals in need. I'm driven by a passion to serve and make a difference in people's lives. My goal is to deliver personalized care with...
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Washington, DC

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$19/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
My name is Andrea and I am currently a junior at GW university. I have meaningful experience supporting and working with children in educational and mentorship settings, including children with special needs. Growing up with a brother with autism has given me a deeply personal understanding of the patience, adaptability, and...
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Washington, DC

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Hello Future Family! I'm Rae, a passionate childcare professional, youth mentor, and D. C. native with a Communications degree from Bowie State University. I have experience supporting children of all ages, including those with developmental delays, behavioral challenges, and special needs. I meet each child where they are and...
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