Larissa S.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Watervliet, NY 12189
Meet Larissa
- Speaks English
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Creating a safe, nurturing environment is always my top priority. I care for children of all ages, and aim to meet each one where they are. I blend structure and gentle guidance with warmth and play, helping kids feel secure, confident, and loved. Inspired by Montessori values, I encourage hands-on learning and independence through fun, meaningful activities like cooking, painting, nature walks, and park adventures. I also am CPR certified, and a former lifeguard and swim instructor. As a nursing student graduating in 2026, I bring compassion, patience, and a deep respect for childhood. I tailor my care to each child's personality and needs, and strive to be a calm, supportive presence who helps them grow into kind, capable, and joyful individuals. When you invite me into your child's life, you're getting more than just a caregiver; you're getting someone who's genuinely excited to cheer them on, share in their Read more little victories, and make each day a safe, memorable adventure.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 02/18/2025
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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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
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
Experience
Willing to care for 1 child per sitting
$18-$50/hr for the first child, $2 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
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Physical Disabilities
- Social/Emotional
- Alzheimer's
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Diabetes
- Down Syndrome
- Hearing Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Mobility Challenges
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Premature Newborn
- Visual Impairment
- Administering Medication
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Feeding Tube
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Injection Assistance
- Insulin Injections
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
- Repositioning
- Respiratory Care
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- 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
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies