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Looking for work as a babysitter.

  • 2 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Los Angeles, CA 90046

Meet Lorinda

  • Speaks English
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

I am an artist and freelancer with a graduate-level education in literature and writing, and have 12 years of experience in adult education as well as some experience tutoring teens and children. Previously, I worked in customer service for 10 years. I am a known as a dependable and kind person, and a thoughtful communicator. Avid in the tools of mindfulness and meditation, I know how to be patient and kind toward people of all ages. I am from a large extended family so have always been around children socially. I am understanding of the needs of children and teens in various scenarios of that life stage, and I have a genuine desire to brighten their days while making daily aspects of life more accessible for their healthy development. At this time, I am available for part-time care. I have a flexible schedule most days. Communication is my forte, and Read more I will communicate (and am happy share photos) with each visit to give you and your loved ones peace of mind. I have a clean driving record and am a non-smoker. Employer references available, should you request them. Please let me know when would be a good time to arrange a meet and greet to get started. I hope to hear from you soon!

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    Enhanced Criminal

    Expired on 09/24/2014

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    Basic Criminal

    Completed 04/19/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.

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    Motor Vehicle Records

    Expired on 09/24/2014

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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

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Availability

  • Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
  • Daytime care availability during summer months
  • Before and after school care availability

Ratings & reviews

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Benjamin T.

10/31/2014

Lorinda is a tireless, energetic, responsible and committed pet sitter. My cat, whose cuteness is merely ornamental, has caused several prior cat sitters to quit on me. He is certifiably vicious and the wasted efforts with all his past sitters started to make me see the positives of never traveling out of town again. Lorinda was undeterred when I explained all of this to her, spitballed ideas on how we could make cat sitting work, did her own research, and convinced me that with enough effort, my cat would warm up to her. And he did. And I can travel again. Lorinda also does all the things a sitter ought to do -- she shows up on time, promptly tells me if she is going to be late, texts me pictures of my cat so I know he's ok, and stays in constant communication so I know her availability for work. In short, she is the jewel in the crown of sittercity. I recommend her without reservation!

Kylie K.

7/22/2014

Lorinda is the best kitty sitter we have ever worked with! My husband and I have two kitties and a small garden. Lorinda was excellent in the care she took of both. While we were gone, she sent us pictures of the kitties playing so we knew they were in good hands. And we came back to a healthy, well-watered garden. She did a wonderful job! We feel incredibly comfortable with her in our home and we highly recommend her!

Experience

Willing to care for 2 children per sitting

$25-$40/hr for the first child, $5 for each additional child

  • Preschooler (age 4-5)
  • Grade School (age 6-11)
  • Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)

Education

English Literature & Creative Writing

University of Nevada - Las Vegas

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
  • Homework expand

    • Finishing homework
    • Checking answers
    • Studying for a test
    • Proofreading
    • Basic math
    • Elementary science
    • Earth science
    • English
    • Essay writing
    • Social studies

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