Taryn R.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 10 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Leesburg, VA 20176
Meet Taryn
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hi, I am Taryn! I have been babysitting since 2015, making a living solely from childcare for 5 years. In 2020, I nannied for a 9yo and 5yo for a few months. After that, I nannied for 3 children for 2 years. Following that experience, I took a job as a behavioral technician,. I then worked with a family of 8, primarily focusing on the youngest 2 for 8 months. In that role, I was able to travel with the family. I have cared for up to 4 children, ranging from 4 months to 14 years old. I like to engage the children in whatever interests them, but I also try to incorporate new activities and get outside. I am physically active and able to keep up with high energy children, but I also enjoy reading, painting, and crafting. As a behavioral technician, I have learned how to teach new Read more skills and appropriately respond to tantrums and aggression. I try to encourage children to understand their emotions and learn independence skills in a way that’s fun for them! I am looking for a part time or babysitting work, while I’m in school for biology. I have a degree in psychology and will be looking into neuroscience for my masters degree. I can work with all ages. I have a car. I’m comfortable with doing housework, meal prepping, running errands, toilet training, facilitating nap or bed time, overseeing playdates, and any other reasonable requests relating to childcare. Safety is very important to me. I no longer hold my CPR certification, but I would be willing to get the certification upon request. I value clear communication with parents to ensure everyone’s expectations are being met. I always give a quick debrief of the day, as it’s been ingrained in me through my work as a behavioral technician. So looking forward to getting to know your little tikes!
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 05/10/2024
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Basic Criminal
Completed 04/11/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 05/10/2024
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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
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/18/25
- Willing to consider working as a live in care provider
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/18/25
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$25-$35/hr for the first child, $1 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
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Down Syndrome
- Learning Disabilities
- Administering Medication
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Psychology
Attended George Mason University
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