Drena V.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 8 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Salinas, CA 93906
Meet Drena
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello my name is Drena ! I am 23 years old student who’s energetic, playful, and loving. My full time job is a RBT working in elementary schools which makes me available for afterschool care, weekends and summers ! I am first aid and CPR certified and have experience working with kids of all ages and kids with disabilities. I love to do activities and crafts with the kids have lots of experience with baby sitting for my own family and others ! I am very skilled in cooking and meal prepping as well as homework help and sleep routines. I have my own car and am willing to do school pickups if it works with my schedule ! :) feel free to reach out to me with any questions or if you need references:)
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Completed 08/02/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Available to start on 9/8/2025
Jason M.
9/1/2025
Drena was absolutely wonderful with my son. She came prepared with fun, engaging activities that instantly captured his attention and made him feel at ease. Her ability to connect with children is truly special—she’s fun, compassionate, and incredibly patient. You can tell she genuinely enjoys being around kids and knows exactly how to communicate with them in a way that’s both respectful and encouraging. My son lit up around her, and I’m so grateful for the care and thoughtfulness she brought to every interaction. She knows how to deal with toddlers. Highly recommend!
Experience
$23-$30/hr
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
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Special needs expand
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Physical Disabilities
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Down Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Bathing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Sign Language
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Psychology
Currently attending Hartnell college
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Potty Training
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies
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