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Ashley P.


Oskaloosa, IA

$11-16/hr1 yrs exp

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I come from a large family so I have years of experience babysitting. I have a newborn niece with special needs and a toddler aged nephew, both of which I babysit often. I also have experience watching older kids as my youngest brother is 7. I am a nurse and and hold CPR, BLS, lifeguard, and first aid certifications. I love kids...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Taryn H.


Pella, IA

$15-16/hr10 yrs exp

Taryn

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Hello, my name is Taryn. I am 24 years old. I have 3 younger siblings and I am aunt to two nieces and one nephew. My little sister teah has Down Syndrome and I do respite for her. She has made me more empathetic towards kids with special needs, and other children. Due to my younger siblings, I have always been around kids. My...
Taryn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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