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Linda A.

25 years paid experience
10 miles

$17–25/hr

Hello, I’m Linda and I'm 50 years old & a cancer survivor. I have worked as a nanny for over 25 years also including babysitting from my teens and on. I enjoy crafts, rolling around in the grass, looking for bugs, chalking on the sidewalks along w/ trips to parks, museums, swim & music classes, and Library trips for story time. I have also been in the financial industry for twenty nine years but have never lost the love of caring for children. At this time in my life my husband has convinced me to follow what I love. This would be working with children full time. I serve at my church in the infant & two year old room as a lead teacher. I also have worked at Kinder-care & Just Plane Kids. Since I was young I gravitated towards children and my love to be around them as well as caring for them has never changed. I've worked in the financial Industry for 29 years and helped clients with opening accounts to planning their retirement plans. I've opened up 529 Plans for their children and seen them grow up to use these accounts. So in my years of helping families I still benefited helping children. When dealing with clients with children and helping them during tantrums or keeping them busy as their parents review documents. Raising my niece along with working at KinderCare and Just plane Kids for a total of five years. In those years I rotated between the infant room and two year old room. I have experience hands on in facilities but over 20 years of raising and loving other families children. I would love to have the opportunity to meet you and speak to you openly about my experiences and how much I would love to help you care for your children. Thank you for your time, Linda M Arnold Velarde

$17–25/hr

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Michelle R.

20 years paid experience
15 miles

$27–30/hr

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$27–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Douglas K.

Michelle is our current nanny and has cared for our 3 girls for the last 1.5 years. They’re young and can be a lot to handle at times. The girls love her and they look forward to when she is coming. She’s a very thorough communicator and goes over what they did every day. I highly recommend Michelle for any nanny needs.

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Mariah B.

8 years paid experience
11 miles

$21–25/hr

Working with children has always been a passion of mine. I have always lived by the motto, if you love your job, you never work a day in your life. I am 28 and live on my own. I have a 2018 Ford Fiesta, it has full coverage insurance. I have been working closely with children since 2012. After high school I started to work for family owned daycare with children ages ranging from 6 weeks to 12 years old, working there gave me a lot of experience working with multiple children at once. I am CPR certified and fully vaxxed. I have been a nanny for 2 families and had great experiences! I love going for walks, disney movies and cartoons, playing at the park, doing arts and crafts, reading and singing songs. I love being able to go to work and enjoy what I do! I would love to start with a family and grow with them for many years, so I am definitely looking for something long term.

$21–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Elena K.

Mariah was taking care of our 6 months old baby and 10 year old boy. She is a great nanny and such an amazing person! She is very responsible and responsive doing her best to make parents’ life easier. Mariah is very punctual and well organised, she was very proactive suggesting additional help with various tasks (related to kids / pets / housekeeping). It was also great to hear that she had experience with baby sign language! Mariah was truly interested in kids development and gave some really great advices even beyond her daily responsibilities. I highly recommend her as a nanny.

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Annet A.

5 years paid experience
6 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! I’ve been taking care of children for approximately 5 years now and have experience with all ages. I believe it’s a huge responsibility to take care of children so I engage with them in several activities to foster new interests and creativity. I’m also able to provide school assistance. I have my own car & I am vaccinated!

$20–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Christina K.

Annet is experienced, kind, helpful, and flexible! You can absolutely trust her to take good care of your kiddos. I recommend reaching out!

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Ashley L.

19 years paid experience
14 miles

$19–25/hr

I pride myself on my integrity and honesty. I adore spending time with children and have 7 years of experience caring for toddlers and infants, elementary and middle school children. Not only am I patient, caring and nurturing, I am also extremely organized and very detailed when it comes to housework. I actually enjoy tidying up while the children are napping or playing. I have my CNA and CPR Certified. I've worked 12 years in pediatric icu and pediatrics. I am fully vaccinated as well. I can also be available for date nights on top of a weekly schedule. Hope to talk soon!

$19–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Kristina K.

I highly recommend Ashley as a nanny for your family. Over the past 4.5 years, Ashley has been an invaluable member of our household, providing exceptional care for our three children. Her engaging personality, nurturing nature, and impeccable organizational skills make her an ideal candidate for any family seeking a dedicated and reliable childcare provider. First and foremost, Ashley’s ability to connect with children is truly remarkable. She interacts with our children in a way that is both engaging and educational, fostering a sense of curiosity and creativity in them. My children benefited greatly from interactions that involve positive emotions, high levels of engagement, and opportunities for exploration and learning. Ashley embodies all of these qualities in her interactions with our kids and consistently creates an enriching environment for their growth and development. Ashley’s nurturing nature is evident in the way she cares for our kids. She is attentive, patient, and compassionate, always putting the needs and well-being of our children first. Ashley’s ability to create a warm and nurturing environment for our children has been instrumental in their emotional and social development, fostering a sense of security and trust that has helped them flourish. In addition to her innate qualities as a caregiver, Ashley’s organizational skills and preparedness are unmatched. She goes above and beyond to ensure that she is fully prepared for any situation that may arise, whether it be a scheduled activity or an unexpected challenge. Her keen attention to detail and proactive approach have been invaluable to our family, especially during major milestones, especially that what can be dreaded task of potty training. Ashley successfully guided us through this challenging process not once, but twice. I cannot recommend Ashley enough as a nanny for your family. I am confident that Ashley will exceed your expectations and provide your children with the love, care, and support they need to thrive.

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Amy P.

11 years paid experience
11 miles

$25–30/hr

I’m Amy and I’ve raised 3 children of my own! I have nannied for 5 different families for the past 11 years. I am CPR certified and I have experience with pets as well! I have my degree from Northern Illinois University with a degree in Elementary Education. I have a current teaching certification. I have a ton of experience with meal prep and laundry as well! I will clean up and run errands or zip the kids around in my car or yours. I am very active and extremely energetic and I bring that energy into the house. Running around and playing with the kids is what I love to do. I don’t sit back and watch. I actually step in and get my hands dirty. That’s the best part! I also have been the house manager for 2 of my families and feel very comfortable in that role. Let me help you to make your life so much easier! I am definitely open for babysitting as well. Nights and weekends are available!

$25–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Madeline P.

Our family hired Amy to care for our infant from January 2026 through May 2026, when our baby was approximately 4–8 months old. From her very first day, Amy was calm, capable, and attentive, and she quickly became a trusted part of our daily routine. Amy has excellent infant-care skills and strong knowledge of age-appropriate development. She spent time on the floor engaging our baby with purposeful play, consistently encouraging tummy time and early milestones in a way that was both fun and supportive. She read our baby’s cues well, adjusted activities thoughtfully, and always prioritized a soothing, secure environment. She was also wonderful at getting our baby down for naps—patient, gentle, and consistent—helping maintain healthy sleep habits and keeping the day on schedule. As my husband and I both work from home, Amy communicated clearly with us throughout the day about naps, feeds, mood, and developmental progress, and she was always receptive to our preferences and any updates to routines. Amy is punctual, reliable, and professional, and we consistently felt that our child was safe, cared for, and genuinely loved in her hands. In addition to outstanding childcare, Amy showed initiative in helping our household run smoothly. She proactively tidied play areas, kept our home clean, and offered help with housework without needing direction. Amy is warm, responsible, and highly competent, and I recommend her without hesitation to any family seeking a nanny they can fully trust. She would be an excellent caregiver for infants and young children, and any household would be fortunate to have her!

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Emily H.

12 years paid experience
10 miles

$24–30/hr

Hello! My name is Emily and I am looking for a nanny or babysitting job. I currently stay at home with my girls, but before having my daughter, I taught 1st grade and High school special Ed. I majored in Elementary Education in college and graduated in December of 2014. I consider myself to be friendly, responsible and a positive person. I truly enjoy children and have built great relationships with families I have worked with over the years. I'm looking for occasional work on the weekends or evenings when my husband is home! Thanks for viewing my profile!

$24–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Stephanie W.

We have used Emily for the past year and cannot say enough about how amazaing she is. We conducted many interviews but Emily stood out instantly. She is very responsible, caring, creative and nuturing. Due to a change in her scool schedule she is no longer available to us. We are terribly sad but will be sure to still have her watch our son for date nights!

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Jeanette G.

4 years paid experience
7 miles

$20–30/hr

Hi! My name is Jeanette, I have experience in babysitting 3months-13 year olds. Ranging from pickups/ drop offs, meal/snack prep, engaging in age appropriate activities, homework help, naps, light house keeping & etc. I currently hold a CPR and CNA certification. I currently help a family of 2 with before school help M-F and another family temporarily with toddler twins and an infant 8hrs /4-5x a week. They would only need help up until the end of March and I would be available by April 1st to help another family after 8AM as needed. I would also like to include that I am very comfortable with any pets around and if needed some help with pet care and lighthouse cleaning. Please feel free to send out any questions or concerns. Thanks.

$20–30/hr

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Jill P.

4 years paid experience
7 miles

$20–25/hr

My name is Jill Patel and I would love to be your next helper! I am a rising junior at the university of pittsburgh where I am majoring in neuroscience and child development. A little bit about me is that I love all kinds of animals, I can speak 4 languages fluently (English, Gujarati, Hindi, French), and I love the outdoors. I has lots of experience with kids since I was a nanny for a 2 year old and an 8 month old, and I have been a tennis coach for 4 years. I adore kids of all ages and love to connect with each of them. They bring a fresh perspective to everything and can brighten up any sad day. Working as a tennis coach with children as young as 3 and adults as old as 60, I have picked up a lot of tips and tricks when it comes to working and engaging with children. I believe that my job has really given me an insight on what goes on their little minds and how I can form a relationship with them. So I’ve encountered any and all situations with kids from ad young as infants and up to high schoolers. I like to approach with a more hands-on approach regarding activities, with limited screen time. I always have lots of games, stories, educative learning, and imagery play ready to go!

$20–25/hr

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Annika R.

4 years paid experience
5 miles

$16–25/hr

Hi! My name is Annika and I am going to be a freshman at Miami University this fall! I’ve been babysitting/nannying for over 4 years and I love working with kids! I love helping them with homework, crafts, games etc! I have had express with kids ages 8 months-13 years. I can drive and drive the kids, run errands, cook, and clean! I am also CPR and First Aid certified.