Rakia W.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 13 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Novato, CA 94949
Meet Rakia
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello, My name is Rakia White, and I saw your post seeking a nanny. I hope you’re doing well! I wanted to introduce myself and express my interest in supporting your family. I am a UC Berkeley graduate originally from Marin (Novato), with 13+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to teens, across Marin, San Francisco, and the East Bay. My background as a dedicated nanny and family assistant has given me the skills to provide both loving care and seamless household support. Childcare & Household Support: • Full-Service Nanny Care: Experienced in engaging children in developmentally appropriate activities, establishing routines, and providing nurturing care. • Overnights & Travel: Available for overnight care and family travel, ensuring a safe and fun experience for your children wherever you go. • Daily Errands & Household Help: Can assist with grocery shopping, children’s laundry, light meal prep, and Read more keeping common areas tidy. • Reliable & Certified: Own a safe, insured 2017 Toyota Camry for transportation and am certified in First Aid/CPR. I’d love the opportunity to meet and see if we’re a good fit. I’m available for trial days and can start as soon as needed. Looking forward to connecting! Best, Rakia
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 12/16/2013
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 12/16/2013
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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, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 12/29/14
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Permanent (2 or more years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 12/29/14
Elmas M.
11/18/2015
Rakia showed interest in babysitting for us. However, she never responded back to me after her last call to me. Good luck!
Rakia W.'s reply
Hi Elmas, I wasn't able to commit due to family emergencies. I responded regarding that. Sorry about the miscommunication. Good Luck !
View full replyExperience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$30-$40/hr
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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
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cerebral Palsy
- Delayed Speech
- Diabetes
- Dyslexia
- Hearing Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Mobility Challenges
- Tourette Syndrome
- Visual Impairment
- Administering Medication
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Dressing Assistance
- Insulin Injections
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Sociology
Graduated University of California - Berkeley 2022
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
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Additional services
- Potty Training
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
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Homework
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