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Jennifer D.


Portland, PA

$17/hr5 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm Jenny. I was recently a nanny for a wonderful 3-month-old infant. Sadly, his Mom's work situation changed and they don't need a nanny anymore. So here I am hoping to find a new infant or toddler to love and take care of! Taking care of infants and children is happiness to me! I have raised a son (17) and a daughter (21)...
Skills:

Early Education

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Faith B.


Belvidere, NJ

$22-50/hr6 yrs exp

Nanny Mcfaith

5.0

(8)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! My name is Faith! Here is a little information about me. I attend classes from a university. I am a part time RN, working on moving forward with my schooling. I have been babysitting since 2014, with children ranging from new borns to 15 years old. I have taken care of multiple kids at once, children with...
Faith can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Faith was the best nanny I have ever had and my two kids absolutely loved her, she is very dependable and trustworthy. 10/10 recommend!"

Susan M.

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Isabel D.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-50/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Who Is Very Creative And Caring

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'd describe my personality as creative, open minded and adaptive. I like working with kids because they are lots of fun and it interesting to see how much potential they have. I'm looking for a job that is flexible and allows me to expand my knowledge and level of experience. I started working with kids when I was 16...
Isabel can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Isabella was wonderful with my kids! "

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Katherine H.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

College Graduate With Child Care Experience-Date Nights And Weekend Availability!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Katherine and I have recently moved to Pennsylvania from New York. I have 17 years of childcare experience, eight years of them spent in early childhood, daycare and most recently Special Education worlds. I have a Masters degree in Early Childhood Special Education and currently work in a Preschool program...
Katherine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Where do I even begin? Kat was the first person I left my son alone with. I was a first time mom afraid to leave my baby with anyone. I learned very quickly that I had nothing to fear with Kat. She's amazing with kids, and wasn't annoyed by my requests for regular...

Heather H.

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Joan B.


Blairstown, NJ

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Older Fun Mom With A Ton Of Experience

4.0

(3)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hey there! About me: I have a BA in psychology with an emphasis in child development. I did my internship at a daycare center, have worked in several different day care centers in the past and volunteered at a school/hospital for special needs kids. I am a CASA volunteer (advocate for foster kids), raised four kids ages 19-29...
Joan can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
4.0
"I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her completely. Over the years she has taken care of our now adult daughter with Autism, our dogs and home, and...

Christa J.

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Alyssa T.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Alyssa! I'm an outgoing person that loves kids! I'm great with children and pets all ages. I have special needs experience and am CPR certified for children and pets. I am looking for a position for date nights. I can do any weekday or weekend night. Or weekend day. I love being outside but also love to watch a great...
Alyssa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her "

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Leila J.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Mom of 6 beautiful children. Raised and home schooled them in their elementary years together with my husband whom I am married for 27 years. I am originally from the Philippines. Now that my kids are older I can make extra income to help my husband. Babysitting comes naturally for me. I also studied early child...
Leila can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

5.0
"Leila is very trustworthy and honest person. She meets the kids at their level and we really appreciate her for that. My son loves her!"

Kamili W.

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Mary S.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Mary. I am interested in being a nanny. I have 10 year of nanny experience and worked as a nursing assistant at a hospital for 25 years. I love what I do. I took care of two children who can be a handful at times. I love them and they love me but you just need to have lots of patience. I'm reliable,...
Mary can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mary had to arrive at our home every day at 8 am and she arrived ahead of time - every single day. She is respectful, caring and always goes out of her way to do more than what we ask. It is always difficult to find someone you can trust and feel comfortable...

Maureen C.

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Jodiann M.


Belvidere, NJ

$19/hr1 yrs exp

Fun Interactive Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Jodiann! I am a occupational therapy student! I would describe myself as patient, creative, reliable, and energetic! I love working with kids and have been for over 5 years, including teenagers/preteens, newborns and toddlers! This has been done with babysitting, interning at Ivy Rehab Pediatric Facility, and...
Jodiann can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jodi is a very kindhearted individual with a passion for care! Very well mannered and respectful as well!"

Taea B.

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Jasmin F.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$17-20/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Jasmin and I am a medical assistant and graduate nurse, I am also certified in CPR and AED. I am looking for a part-time or as needed position. I have extensive experience working with children, I have previously worked in a pediatricians office with ages ranging from newborns to young adults. I am also a...
Jasmin can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jasmin was kind, gentle and energetic with my son. He warmed up to her immediately! I was very impressed with how she jumped right in and played. Would definitely recommend her to any family."

Angela S.

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Rebecca W.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Caring Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience as a nanny. I can help with travel and grocery shopping as well as caring for pets and working on schoolwork with all ages!
Rebecca can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"As a Mom of Twins and running my own business, I hit the jackpot with Rebecca in childcare. My twins LOVE her, she's extremely thoughtful and extremely good with the kids. I trust her 100%, even to drive my kids if I needed. I highly recommend her!"

Susan B.

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Grace G.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$10-20/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Grace, and I have worked teaching kids how to ski in the winter, I have been a counselor and I am now currently working as a 1:1 associate teacher for a student with autistic support with colonial intermediate unit 20. I love interacting with children, and playing with them all while in a safe environment
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Aliesha F.


Bangor, PA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello everyone! I am a mom to 3 kids two girls 9 and 6 and my son who is 3! I have been babysitting/nanny since I was 16 years old! I also worked at a daycare for a few years as an infant room teacher and also a toddler leaf teacher.
Aliesha can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Mary C.


Mount Bethel, PA

$15/hr9 yrs exp

Mary

Hello my name is Mary and I am looking for part-time work whether it is on a weekly basis or not. I have experience in babysitting, pet care, and housekeeping. Whatever you need to make your life a breeze I am there.
Mary can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Christina B.


Columbia, NJ

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Christina. It's wonderful to "meet" you! I have a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania and a Master's degree in Education Technology. I am not currently, but have been a Red Cross lifeguard, so I had my CPR and First Aid certifications. I was working as a third grade...
Christina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Karissa C.


East Stroudsburg, PA

$20-30/hr8 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hi! I'm 29 and have been caring for children my whole life, being the member of a large family with younger siblings and many cousins. I began babysitting around 15, then spent five years as a camp counselor and two as the Recreation Director of children's events at a country club. I have always enjoyed working with children and...
Karissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello!! My name is Hailey and I am currently a sophmore at East Stroudsburg University. I am majoring in health and physical education. I have always had a passion for caring for children, which is why I became a childcare provider. I have over 4 years of experience working with children of all ages. I have been a babysitter...
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Brittany H.


Bangor, PA

$15-35/hr4 yrs exp

I am a very reliable and trustworthy caregiver for all ages. I attended vo-tech school in high school for 3 years, majoring in Occupational Child Care, working at a few day cares after graduation while attending college. Currently, I am a Certified Medical Assistant for St. Luke's and in a few short months I will be going back...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a caregiver, my passion lies in positively shaping young minds and supporting families. With one year of experience caring for children aged one to five, I prioritize patience, creativity, and building genuine connections. I maintain open communication with parents through daily reports and regular updates, adapting to their...
I'm a nurturing and experienced caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I'm friendly and approachable, yet comfortable enforcing household rules. With three years of experience, I'm confident in my ability to provide a safe and nurturing environment for your child. My patience and creativity...

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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in Portland, PA

Faith B.

5.0

Faith was the best nanny I have ever had and my two kids absolutely loved her, she is very dependable and trustworthy. 10/10 recommend!

- Susan M.

Isabel D.

5.0

Isabella was wonderful with my kids!

- Care member

Katherine H.

5.0

Katherine was absolutely amazing. She came the day before to meet my girls and they both immediately loved her. She was great at communicating with me and very through with her questions. She was on time the night that she came. Katherine took the time to make both my girls feel very comfortable...

- Stacey B.

Joan B.

4.0

I have known Joan for the about a decade and have been her employer in several capacities. At this point I do consider her a friend and trust her completely. Over the years she has taken care of our now adult daughter with Autism, our dogs and home, and additionally a senior family member. Joan...

- Christa J.

Alyssa T.

5.0

Alyssa is great, very reliable and someone I could depend on. Alyssa did it all, cooking, cleaning and worked on homework with the kids. Definitely recommend! The kids loved her

- Care member

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