Valerie R.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 23 years paid experience
- Babysitter in High Point, NC 27265
Meet Valerie
- Speaks English
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hi, my name is Valerie and I am interested in part-time childcare work. I am a mom of 5 Vikings ( as my husband and I call them). My two oldest have moved out, and I have 2 in High School and 1 in Community College. I have been a stay-at-home mom for (most of) 23 yrs. When I realized that my kids would rather be with their friends I decided it was time to get out of the house. My neighbor agreed and offered me up as a nanny for friends of hers. I obtained my CPR certification and accepted a temporary Nanny position, part-time, for an infant. I so enjoyed my time with a little again! My position ended when circumstances changed and the family moved from the area. Since that first job, I’ve had a family in town for two days for work and hired me to Read more care for their infant for a few days. Then two very lovely families who each only needed me part of the week became my primary jobs. One family had a toddler girl and the other a toddler boy. Both of those children will begin a school/daycare program this August, so I currently have days to fill. Pre-Husband and Vikings, I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Earth Science at Central Michigan University. Being a bit of a wanderer, I found myself in Chicago working at an Ad Agency! My family and I moved to Greensboro about 8yrs ago, and we enjoy having both mountains and Ocean available for our adventures. I enjoy getting outdoors daily, and perhaps it’s the Earth Science background, but I love taking the little ones outside and introducing them to the trees, flowers, birds, whatever we come across. Kids are such natural sponges, they soak it all in. Having the opportunity to smell or touch or hold something greatly improves their understanding, and I like to introduce words such as rough or smooth to help them be able to learn the difference and to describe what they feel.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Completed 05/07/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Not reported
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Brandon L.
5/5/2025
Valerie has been AMAZING! We've been lucky to have her services for about 12 hours a week for the past year. She has beautifully cared for, taught and loved on our now 1.5 year-old son (who just adores her) while my wife and I both worked from home... as well as occasionally our now 4 year-old daughter (who also adores her!). Additionally, Valerie would support our child-care needs for weekends-away, sick-days etc. Valerie brought such love and attention to our kiddos, their evolving allergy needs and eagerly took them outside for daily walks and exploration. She has been a true gift. We are so sad that Valerie will be moving away, even though our youngest is starting school in the fall, we always hoped to continue relying on Valerie for her wonderful care of our young family. We hold her in the highest regard, and future families would be lucky to have Valerie as part of their child-raising village.
Jennifer J.
10/18/2023
Valerie is amazing! We were traveling into town from San Diego on Buisness. She watched my 6 month of daughter for two days. Shea absolutely loved her and was so excited when she came back for day 2. Valerie’s communication was incredible and she went above and beyond giving us restaurant recommendations and more. She was punctual and extremely professional. She took Shea on an adventure around our Airbnb in downtown taking pictures with her at some of the highlights and even getting Shea a sticker for her travel stroller. Whenever we are back in town we will be reaching out to Valerie agin. I highly recommend her.
Temitope S.
10/9/2023
I cannot express enough how fortunate we feel to have found Valerie. Her punctuality is unparalleled, and she has never been late even once since she started working with us. It gives us immense peace of mind to leave our children in her capable and caring hands. She addresses all the needs of our kids diligently, making sure they are well-fed, clean, and most importantly, happy. But her dedication doesn’t just stop at childcare. She often goes above and beyond by ensuring our home is tidy and clean, a task she voluntarily took upon herself. Coming home to not only happy kids but also a clean and orderly house is something that has lifted a lot of stress off our shoulders. Her efforts display a level of commitment and love that is rare to find. It's evident that she doesn’t view her role as merely a job, but as an extension of her nurturing personality. She’s become a cherished member of our family and has a wonderful bond with our children. Anyone in search of a reliable, loving, and exceptionally responsible nanny should look no further. Her contribution to our family’s harmony and daily functioning is immeasurable and we couldn’t be more grateful. We wholeheartedly recommend her to any family in search of a dedicated nanny who brings so much more to the table than what's expected of her.
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$20-$25/hr for the first child, $5 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Assist with setting a routine
- Overnight care
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
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Special needs expand
- Physical Disabilities
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Cancer
- Mental Illness
- Administering Medication
- Injection Assistance
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Earth Science
Graduated Central Michigan University 1992
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Proofreading
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- English
- Essay writing