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Hi, my name is Melissa Alvarez, and I am 26 years old! I recently graduated from LIM College. I live in Staten Island but work in Manhattan. I grew up in New York and know all the boroughs. I have three younger siblings, so I always grew up taking care of younger children. Some things I like are Disney, reading books, and running. I am a very organized and detail-oriented person. I have been working with children since I was 17 years old. My past jobs include being a substitute para for many children of different age groups and a camp counselor for pre-k. I also became a head counselor for two years for 3rd-grade girls. As for babysitting, my past experiences include caring for a 3-year-old boy. Please message me for references. RESUME: Babysitting- New York, NY August 2025 - I'm currently occasionally watching over a 12 year old. This includes playing board games, drawing, and ordering food when needed Babysitting- New York, NY June 2024 - Picking up 10 & 13-year-old children from school - Taking them to after-school activities Babysitting - New York, NY December 2022 - Taking care of a 3-year-old child when he's not in school - Feed him meals for breakfast, lunch, and snacks - Being playful and attentive Substitute Para Paraprofessional - New York, NY January 2018 to December 2020 -Collaborated with parents, teachers, and secretaries to provide the best help for students -Helped different students with classwork, homework, and independent studying -Accompanied children on the bus ride home to make sure they were being watched and safe -Assisted at several NYC Department of Education locations and typed reports and organized paperwork Camp Counselor/Head Counselor - Brooklyn, NY January 2017 to December 2019 -Assisted 4-5-year-old children during the summer to maintain a fun and safe summer -Guided 8-year-old children as a head counselor every day while taking care, helping, and providing fun activities -Collaborated with other counselors and gained team-building, leadership, and multitasking skills My past experiences helped me learn about working with children and understanding various age groups, which most people do not have. Some traits that help me stand out are being detail-oriented, a fast learner, being able to work in fast-paced environments, being a high-energy person, and most importantly, always being willing and eager to help! :) Thank you for reading!

Hello! I’m Donagay, a caring, motivated, responsible, and highly organized individual. My childcare experience expands across all age groups(infants-preteens). I enjoy catering to the needs of the child/children and the family at large. I love helping kids build their literacy through reading books, imagination play, art and crafts among many others. To add, I take pleasure in taking the kids to parks, pool, library, ice-cream run, after school activities etc. I have also helped with light housekeeping, homework, meal prep, laundry and just about everything. Investing in the next generation is extremely important to me and I enjoy being apart of a child's life to help to nurture and instill core values. I am hoping to be of help to you soon. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. Thank you so much!

Hello and thank you for viewing my profile! My name is Katie and I currently work at a child care center where I’ve been for 5 years now. I’m part of a big family so I’ve been babysitting for a large portion of my life. I’m very understanding, reliable and patient plus I’m CPR and first aid certified which I keep up with. I work at my current job until 3:15 every day so I’m available afterwards and on weekends. If you have any more questions feel free to ask. Thank you!

Hi! My name is Kelsey Mulgrew. I’m 30 and am currently taking a break from grad school. I live in Maplewood and am available for work for a while. I have a pretty extensive history working with kids in many different settings. I’ve nannied from a young age and went on to work as a teachers aide at different schools and with many different age groups. It ranges from 3 to 14 for the most part. I’ve also worked in special education and assisted with deaf and autistic students. Besides that, I am certified in first aid and CPR for infants and children. I can change diapers, help with homework, and I can cook anything with a recipe. I know a lot of child-friendly movies and rudimentary sign language (my grad school was a deaf campus). Please don’t hesitate to contact me with questions! Thanks for reading~

Hello! My name is Tanya, and I have a deep passion for working with children. With experience caring for kids of various ages, I strive to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where they can learn, grow, and have fun. I understand the importance of patience, creativity, and consistency in childcare, and I always aim to provide dependable and loving care. Whether it’s helping with homework, organizing fun activities, or ensuring a structured and safe routine, I am committed to making each day a positive experience for both children and parents. I am currently pursuing a career in education/healthcare, with the long-term goal of opening my own daycare. My love for working with children extends beyond just babysitting—it’s about building meaningful connections and supporting their development in every way possible. If you’re looking for a caring and responsible provider who will treat your little ones like family, I’d love the opportunity to connect!

I’m responsable person with 3 year of experience on take care kids, orientation on the discipline and good behavior. I will glad to support you with your kids.

Hi, my name is Jasmine. Read a little about me below: I have 14 years of baby sitting/nannying experience (2008-2018). Additionally, in 2015 I started working at a elementary charter school in Brooklyn, NY called Brooklyn Prospect. I’ve had the honor of moving up the scale through a number of promotions. Unfortunately, 2021 was my last year working with my BPCS family as I became pregnant and wanted to take some personal time to enjoy my pregnancy. Much of my childcare career has surrounding around caring for children starting from infancy to 13. Working with children has been my passion as you can see for years. Having engaging interactions, playing, discussing interest and overall getting to know the young ones is a joy that keeps me going. My interest? I have lots of them but my ultimate favorite is dancing so I’m always down for a dance party. I love to be active and run. Want to play basketball, soccer.. I’m so down!!

Hi families, my name is Ariana and I have plentiful experience in childcare and have enjoyed every moment! Some of my experience includes being a teaching assistant at a daycare center (infant - 6 years old), a childcare employee at the YMCA, and years of summer camp counseling. I have a degree in theatre and communications, which aligns with my personality of being creative, passionate, and multitasking. I have experience in homework help, light meal prep, bedtime routines, and more. I aim to bring these characteristics to create a safe fun environment for your little ones!

Hello!! I am a 38 year old girl, Venezolana by profession Lawyer, I speak Spanish, I am responsible, honest, kind, cheerful, funny. I have worked as a nanny while studying in my country, also help with the children of my house, both cousins ​​and my nephew. I can help them with their tasks, take them to their activities, playdates, teach them if they are interested in learning Spanish, orient them in the organization and responsibilities in their activities, besides I can help to maintain the order, to clean. Apply to caregiver because besides I like children, I think it is necessary that there is someone who really cares about them and wants to help them, who can provide security and if necessary help them to solve their needs while their parents are busy and A plus for parents and their schedules. I started as a nurse when I started the university, besides I wanted to acquire money by my own means, it was a job that helped me not to dwell on my tasks.

Hello Families, I’m thrilled to offer my babysitting services to your household. With over 25 years of experience as a professional babysitter, I have cared for children of all ages—from newborns to preschoolers. I am committed to supporting each child’s development and helping them reach daily milestones and goals. In addition to caring for children, I handle tasks such as laundry, light housework, preparing healthy meals, and engaging children in daily activities like reading, singing, and playing. My goal is to create a happy, clean, and safe environment for every child in my care. I have extensive experience with multiple children and am known for being honest, responsible, and kind. I look forward to being a positive role model in your children’s life Thank’s Nadia