Vanessa T.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 6 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Patterson, NY 12563
Meet Vanessa
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Speaks English, Portuguese, and Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I am a mother of a 16-year-old girl and a 9-year-old boy, with many years of experience caring for children aged 0 to 36 months. I have a background in Psychology and a deep passion for working with children. I love cooking, spending time outdoors, engaging in crafts, and telling stories. Since moving from Brazil six years ago, I have worked as a caregiver for elderly individuals while continuing to study child development. Recently, I earned certification from the Positive Discipline Association, and I firmly believe that respectful and positive communication fosters a safe and supportive environment for children to grow and learn. I love to laugh, always look on the bright side of life, and enjoy the company of both children and dogs.
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Pending. Check for results soon.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Completed 01/20/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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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 and afternoons
- 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 Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Available to start on 7/14/2021
- My availability is valid through 10/12/21
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Available to start on 7/14/2021
- My availability is valid through 10/12/21
Dana R.
3/20/2025
Tressann P.
11/26/2024
We hired Vanessa to fill in a 2 month gap in our childcare arrangement. Vanessa was a true gem and a gift to my son and I. She is the sweetest soul, so calm and level headed. She is very knowledgeable about children and was literally my therapist for the 2 months she worked with us. She was patient, very flexible and always had a positive attitude. She was so engaging with my son and would bring activities to play with him. She taught me so much about being a mom. I wish I had met her 12 months earlier; she is truly a gem. I will miss her dearly!
Samira L.
1/16/2024
Vanessa was the best! She didn't just help babysit our toddler, she was a childhood educator and I felt like she knew everything there was to know about kids. I could tell she genuinely loved being with our daughter and often came with activities for her, which she always enjoyed! She was flexible with our schedule and always showed up with a warm smile. We wish we could keep her!
Experience
Willing to care for 2 children per sitting
$20-$25/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
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
Education
Psychology
Attended
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
- Co-worker Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- 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
- Social studies
- Portuguese
- Spanish