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Anna C.

4 years paid experience
15 miles

$10–15/hr

My name is Anna, and I absolutely adore kids and babies ! I have been babysitting for 4 years now! I have had experience/ babysitter . I have had experience babysitting with all ages of kids, and also special needs kids. I also have niece and nephews that I grew up helping take care of. I do love enjoy my job and love kids and babies. I feel free to ask any questions.

$10–15/hr

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Kristen S.

Anna was great! My kids love her and she was so easy to talk to and just get acclimated with. She really gave me peace of mind knowing my kiddo was taken care of while I worked. Would absolutely recommend her to anyone.

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Diana Y.

10 years paid experience
10 miles

$13–20/hr

Worked in nursing home for 10 years and then worked dialysis center for 11 year and work the nursery at church from newborn to 5 year olds for 2 years cpr cerified work with handicap pts for 2 years

$13–20/hr

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Tia H.

0 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

My name is Tia and I am a mother of a 14 year old Son and I have bunches of nieces and nephews who i also give my time too as well! I try to get them as much as I can! When the weather is nice, we go to the park, take them to McDonalds, stroll around the neighborhood or let them play outside in the yard.When the weather is not so nice out, I go buy toys and coloring books and snacks to keep them occupied in the house.We may watch cartoons or a movie! I'm a big kid at heart myself LOL! I am 41 years old now and I've never went to anyone else's house and babysit for them but I do have them bring the babies to my house! I do have any certifications or special training but I know my references will speak very highly of me and they trust their babies in my care! I do private sitting part time for Seniors as well and I would also like to help parents out who need help with their babies!

$15–20/hr

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Emily M.

2 years paid experience
11 miles

$13–18/hr

Hi, I'm Emily McDonald I am a 19-year-old college student at the University of North Alabama, majoring in nursing. With two years of experience in babysitting and working in after-school care programs, I have developed strong skills in child supervision and support. I am certified in CPR. Ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children. My passion for kids has always been something I’ve had, as I am working to be a nurse working with kids in my future.

$13–18/hr

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Cali H.

20 years paid experience
10 miles

$15–20/hr

Hello to any anyone who might see this. My name is Cali Hazelwood, I’m 31 years-old and I’m looking for a full-time permanent nanny position. I’m looking for a family that I can grow with and children that I can help raise and watch thrive and grow with the parents. I specialize in and adore newborns, infants, and toddlers. I’m very familiar with the picky eaters, hurting gums, the ones who need a little more sensitivity than others. I know how to keep a feeding schedule and records of what I need to. I am familiar with nap-time and can adapt quickly to your routine. I can do light cooking in the evening so the family can hopefully just be together and not have to worry about the house or if the kids have been taken care of. Let me be your “forever nanny”. 🙏🩵 please reach out!! I’d love to connect!!

$15–20/hr

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Maci C.

0 years paid experience
15 miles

$15–18/hr

I’m a recent college graduate and have 9 months of experience working with babies and toddlers at Mars Hill Preschool! I was predominantly in their nursery and love working with babies! I am also skilled in meal prep and took several college courses on early childhood development and education during college. I can also help clean up around the house. I have been employed to do house cleaning, so I would have no problem helping out! Please reach out if you have any questions! I’d love to work with you!

$15–18/hr

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Abbigail A.

0 years paid experience
10 miles

$14–20/hr

My name is abbi im 18 years old and just graduated highschool i have alot of experience with kids and babies im struggling right now so this job would help out alot

$14–20/hr

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