Aaliyah T.
Looking for work as a babysitter.
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Waldorf, MD 20602
Meet Aaliyah
- Speaks English and American Sign Language
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! My name is Aaliyah Thomas, and I currently work as a preschool teacher and nanny. Working with children has become an important part of my career, with a focus on providing reliable care, supporting development, and creating a comfortable environment where children can learn and grow. Growing up in a large family as the eldest sibling and cousin gave me early experience caring for younger children and taking on responsibility. During high school, I participated in Pinellas Park High School's First Responder Program and volunteered at local fire stations. This experience introduced me to emergency response while helping me develop stronger communication, teamwork, and decision-making skills. As a Deaf/Hard of Hearing individual, communication and accessibility are important parts of my experience. I am an intermediate American Sign Language (ASL) signer and understand the importance of adapting communication to different needs. My long-term goal is to continue working in education Read more and become a teacher. I hope to attend Gallaudet University to further my education and continue supporting children and their families!
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Pending. Check for results soon.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 06/27/2025
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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
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Gessica S.
3/27/2025
I highly recommend Aaliyah as a nanny/caregiver. She is responsible, patient, and incredibly compassionate. She has a natural ability to connect with children, creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment for them to thrive. Aaliyah is dependable and always takes her responsibilities seriously. She is attentive to children's needs, whether it’s ensuring their safety, helping with schoolwork, or engaging them in creative play. Her calm and warm demeanor makes her a comforting presence, and she handles challenges with grace and problem-solving skills. She is also highly communicative and professional, keeping parents well-informed while respecting family routines and values. Her dedication and genuine care make her an invaluable caregiver, and I would trust her wholeheartedly with any child's well-being.
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$26-$30/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months)
- 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
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cancer
- Central Auditory Processing Disorder
- Delayed Speech
- Diabetes
- Dyslexia
- Hearing Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Visual Impairment
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
- Repositioning
- Sign Language
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Graduated St. Petersburg College
Additional services
- 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
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies