Sherry M.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 30 years paid experience
- Nanny in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
- 18 miles, will travel 25 mi
Meet Sherry
- Speaks English
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hi my name is Sherry 57 living in Gaithersburg Md. I have worked as a babysitter and nanny for over 40yrs. I worked for family's all over Montgomery County . I have work with preemies, new-born, toddlers and school age children. I have had experience with down syndrome children and one that requires a feeding tube. As a nanny I want your child/children to know that I am there to keep them safe and give love while their parents has to work. I will protect them as if they are my own. I read, sing song, go out do craft and get down on the floor and play.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 04/08/2022
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Basic Criminal
Completed 09/23/2024. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 04/07/2022
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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
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings and late nights
Nanny
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Available to start on 5/28/2022
- My availability is valid through 8/20/22
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider a part time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Available to start on 5/28/2022
- My availability is valid through 8/20/22
Emmanuel J.
10/26/2023
We've been fortunate and blessed to have Sherry as a part of our family for the past 2 years, and her exceptional care for our child has made a significant difference in our lives. My wife and I knew that whoever we hired was going to have to be patient and dependable as we are a family with very limited resources/aid to help us along the way. With covid being a major factor, Sherry practically came in an provided a spark of life in our home. Her expertise in taking care of our child, from ensuring proper feeding and naps to organizing engaging educational activities, has been truly impressive. The needed expertise has evolved with the milestones of our growing baby but the passion and commitment never faltered. Sherry creates a nurturing and stimulating environment that has greatly contributed to our child's growth and development. What sets her apart is her genuine love for our child. She pays keen attention to our child's needs and preferences, making sure every day is not only well-managed but also filled with love and laughter. Sherry demonstrates her vast nanny skillsets with her approach to childcare, always making suggestion for care and offering imaginative ways to keep our child entertained and happy without use of media. Her adaptability is evident in how she adjusts to changes in schedules and handles unexpected situations. Our child absolutely loves his Nana, and the bond they've developed is heartwarming. We trust her implicitly with our child's safety and well-being. Sherry has seen and been through it all and to know that she is well prepared for any event with our child is reassuring. There is no one outside of us as parents that we trust with our child more than her. Sherry loves our child like her own grandchild. We couldn't ask for a more reliable, caring, and dedicated nanny. We even get compliments from outsiders that can see how wonderful she is. Sherry has had a profoundly positive impact on our family's daily life, and we are immensely grateful for her presence. If issues or problems due occur we feel comfortable to communicate with her and vice versa. We wholeheartedly recommend her and would gladly serve as a reference for her for any childcare service. It is hard to find someone that you hire to then be considered family but that is exactly what Sherry is to us. She is our family. We are invested in her life and care for her health and wellbeing because that is the relationship we have been able to build. She has sacrificed so much or her time and energy for less than what she is ultimately worth to us. She will always be an integral member of our family and I am happy to leave her such a raving fan review.
Erica M.
6/17/2023
We hired Sherry to watch our 4 month old and she was wonderful. She engaged with our little one immediately and was very friendly and respectful of our home. Great communication and flexibility. We will definitely choose her again the next time we need childcare.
Amber F.
6/4/2021
We got to know Sherry very well, as she continued on with us to watch our toddler following a military move from Maryland to Virginia during a tough time in the pandemic. Sherry is an excellent nanny, and anyone that hires her on is very lucky. She is kind, bubbly, funny, and has a natural kinship with the children she watches. Our son Sebastian really enjoyed his time with Sherry, as he spent several of his infant and early toddler months playing with and learning from her. Following our move, Sherry was an excellent and respectful live-in guest in our house, and even chipped in on typical chores like washing dishes and groceries. We appreciate her temporarily uprooting her life to move to Virginia to help us with a challenging move with a baby during a difficult time for everyone in the country. Our son cherishes the time he spent with Sherry, and we recommend her with zeal to anyone seeking highest quality nanny services.
Deborah K.
12/18/2019
Sherry is fantastic. She’s been babysitting my daughter for about a month now and they’re already very comfortable with each other. Sherry makes my baby laugh and smile. I feel very confident leaving my daughter with her.
Melayne T.
3/7/2019
Sherry reached out to me as an applicant to my open job. However, she never acknowledged or responded to my message that she saw me send back to her.
Crystal L.
6/12/2018
I can't say enough about Sherry! She has watched our 11mth old several times now for date nights and special events we've had. The first time he had come down with a fever. Sherry took such good care of him. When we go home she was sitting in his room watching over him as he slept just to make sure he was OK. Very professional, polite and my son loves her. She gets down on the floor and plays with him. He learned a new game with her and we play it with him daily.
Lei D.
1/11/2018
Sherry knows kids well and loves working with them. She's warm, caring, and patient. She truly enjoys being in the company of children. Our two years old son loves her a lot. They happily play and laugh together with ease. She's reliable and arrives on time. We are going to have a second one soon, and we will continue to have Sherry for our newborn. We consider ourselves very lucky to have Sherry.
Adam P.
11/3/2017
Sherry is amazing! She is punctual, down to earth, energetic, and has a way with young kids that makes them adore her in just a few short minutes of being around her. We have been having her care for our two boys aged 2 and 4 and they love her. She really is like part of the family and we are so fortunate and glad to have found her!
Pertula G.
8/22/2017
Sherry joined us at the peak of our son's separation anxiety and stranger danger but the second she walked through the door our 9 month old son leaped into her arms. She has a gift with children--our son loves her--they happily play and laugh together with ease. I highly recommend Sherry. She is dependable and trustworthy. Very professional and a natural.
Pranita K.
6/26/2017
Sherry is a wonderful caregiver. Her passion for working with children was evident from the moment we met her. During the time she has been with us, she was able to quickly help our 14 month old daughter overcome stranger anxiety. Sherry is so kind, warm, and truly engages children to create a fun and comfortable atmosphere. Our daughter loves spending time with her and couldn't be happier to have Sherry take care of our sweet girl!
Gina V.
4/9/2017
In the short time that I've known Sherry, she has developed a sweet, caring relationship with my 3 month old son. She is experienced with infants, patient, responsible, clean, and punctual, all great characteristics in a nanny!
Jill M.
11/26/2014
Sherry is a fun-loving and reliable babysitter. Our three year old daughter and 14 month old son felt comfortble around her from the first time they met her and they absolutely adore her. Sherry knows how to engage with our children and they have so much fun when she comes over. We can rely on Sherry when we need extra help with the kids, especially on short notice. My husband and I recommend Sherry to anyone who needs a caring and trustworthy babysitter. -Jill M.
Prakash R.
3/3/2013
Sherry has sat for our infant several times and we were very lucky to have her! It is very obvious how much she loves kids and babies, and also how committed she is to the families she sits for. If our schedule had worked with hers, we would still be using her to care for our daughter! We miss her!
Daniella S.
11/20/2012
Sherry has been babysitting for our family for the past several months. She is a fantastic sitter! She connected with my daughters immediately, playing music for them, singing with them, and engaging them in activities from the time they wake up. She does a great job with both my infant (ten months old) and my toddler (two and a half years old). My older daughter talks about Sherry constantly and thinks that she is a member of our family. Both daughters have had to take antibiotics over the past few weeks, and Sherry has been able to administer the (foul tasting) medications without difficulty. She has also stepped up on several occasions to help with dogsitting and babysitting outside of her normal/scheduled hours when we have needed it. She is incredibly reliable, professional, caring, and creative.
Naomi W.
1/2/2011
In a very short time Sherry has become a part of our family. She is loving, responsible, caring and warm. Always punctual and communicative, she engages our son in play with his toys, does crafts projects with him and reads to him. From her first few days with us, our son was completely comfortable and having fun with Sherry, and now he can't wait to see her and now he cannot wait to see her. I cannot recommend Sherry highly enough.
Meagan B.
1/2/2011
Sherry has been filling in for us for the last month for our 1 year old son. In that short time, she has shown affection, comfort and great care for him. She arrives every morning with energy and enthusiasm. Plus, the house always looks spotless when I get home! Highly recommend Sherry, wish we could keep her on permanently.
Experience
Willing to care for 2 children per sitting
$20-$22/hr for the first child, $5 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Overnight care
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- 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
- Physical Disabilities
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Delayed Speech
- Down Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
- Administering Medication
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Feeding Tube
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
References
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Additional services
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Checking answers
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Elementary science
- English
- Essay writing