merion-station Area Nannies, Babysitters, Housekeepers, Tutors and Cooks

Elisha is a new graduate with a Psychology degree. The studying doesn't stop because she was just accepted into a special 1-year program to gain special training to work with autistic children. Her plan is to eventually get her masters in Occupational Therapy. She has extensive babysitting experience with children of all ages, including multiples. She also has a variety of volunteer experience with reading programs, visiting and engaging patients at a local hospital, fundraising and outreach to aide domestic abuse victims, and helping rebuild in New Orleans Summer 2009. She was also very active in her college's drama department. And if this nanny has not been active enough, she also studied abroad in Jerusalem! This nanny's efforts to care for others and learn are endless and would be a great role model.

Gale is interested in working as a full time housekeeper or nanny - she's done both and comes highly recommended. Whatever she does, she just wants to keep working with families! She's originally from Trinidad and has been in the US for 10 years. She's worked with children of all ages. Her references say she is really a "go with the flow" type of person - doesn't get flustered if the routine has to change or she has to think on her feet. They also say she is incredibly intelligent and it shows in her approach, how she organizes the family and interacts with the children. The children love how much fun Gale is, taking them to the park to play or just playing games or cooking - everybody is happy when Gale is around! She keeps everybody's lives running smoothly. It also doesn't hurt that she's an amazing cook!

Regina has been a housekeeper for nearly 10 years. In the past she has been a nanny and an antique dealer! She has worked for many TPNN families and is highly recommended. Regina does it all, does it fast and does it well! Her references say she is not only a great housekeeper but is also personable and easy to work with. She has a few slots in her schedule that just opened up - call and meet her before her schedule fills up again!

Debra's current position is ending because the children are all going to school. She has been a professional nanny for the past 5 years with children ages 1 year and up. Her families love the values they teach their children while always having fun! She is said to be patient and accommodating. Originally from Morocco, Debra came to the US in 2003. She is CPR-certified, an excellent swimmer, a great driving record and fluent in French.

Lena just finished a 2-year position that started when the children were a newborn and preschooler. Now youngest child is going to preschool as well and Lena is looking for a new position, and hopes to work 20-35 hours per week. She is originally from Poland where she earned a degrees in Philosophy and Library Science. She came to the US in 2006 as an au pair to improve her English and worked with a newborn. She decided to stay and her references are glad she did! They say she is smart, attentive and responsible.

Shana has been teaching children (ages preK through 8th grade) for the past seven years and would love the opportunity to work with children on a more one on one basis. She is incredibly creative and talented -she graduated from the Art Institute with a degree in Film/Video, is a singer/songwriter, paints and makes jewelry. She is not limited to these subjects, and in fact, tutors in all subjects through after school programs. Shana is also a great cook, especially loves to cook healthy meals and to top it off, does organizing projects for a few families on her own. Shana can definitely do it all!

Erica is originally from Columbia and came to the US in 2006 as an au pair. In her country of origin she worked in a preschool before establishing her career in Marketing. Her ultimate goal is to return to school but while attending classes on weekends, she has worked as a nanny for two different families since she came to the US. Aside from caring for the children she is no stranger to helping out with errands, cooking, laundry and even pet care. The children from her most recent family have grown older so they no longer need a full time nanny. She would love to find another family to work for on a full time basis.

Louise is pursuing her degree in Political Science and has hopes to go on to grad school! Before that she plans on getting involved in the Americorp program. She is especially interested in childhood obesity prevention. Louise has a family she has been babysitting for the past 3 years - when she started their children were 6 months and 3 years old. In addition, she was an instructor for a safety program in her community, teaching children ages 3 through 8 years of age on how to be prepared during emergencies. She also raised money to build new playground in her community. On the other end of the age spectrum, she tutors high school students in Math, English and Science. Louise would love to acquire a regular part time job with one of our families or even become a regular babysitter for some of our clients while she is in school.

Nadia came to the agency with extensive babysitting and daycare experience. She has since worked part time (30 hours) for a TPNN family, who absolutely loved her and highly recommend her. She has also held longer term temporary positions with full time hours. She would love to acquire a full time position with a family and has experience with children ages infant and up. She would also be open to working for two families with part time schedules that complement one another. Nadia has her Associates degree in Early Childhood Education and has significant coursework completed toward a Bachelors. Her references comment on her natural ability to relate to children, how calm yet outgoing and fun she is, as well as her reliability.

Renee has been babysitting since high school - she's now 25. She started out babysitting for family members and neighbors-she has a huge family! When she went to college out of state she started working for one family and soon got recommended to others. Her references have trusted her with multiples and special needs children. They all note her enthusiasm, energy and loving attitude toward their children. She is lots of fun, they all say! Though she is now working full time in sales, her schedule is flexible, so she is able to pick up temporary babysitting through TPNN - she is already becoming a much-requested nanny here. She is happy to continue caring for children in her spare time because she finds it very rewarding.

Liza has a part time evening job in Communications (she just graduated from Temple, and is beginning her career). She would love to continue working with children during the day. She has been doing childcare throughout high school and college. She comes highly recommended and still babysits for many of the families she's been working with for many years. She has already babysat for several TPNN families who are beginning to request her again! Her references say she is conscientious and calm, very caring and loving. She has experience caring for newborns through school age. In her free time she loves reading a good book in Rittenhouse Square, working out, biking or writing.

Lora's job with a TPNN family is ending soon because the family is moving. She has been with them for 3 years since their child was newborn. Lora has been a full time nanny for several families and in each case started the position when the child is newborn and until the child goes to preschool. Two of these families had newborn twins. All of her former employers recommend her highly and praise her for her patience and intuition. She has a sweet and gentle personality and easily becomes a loved member of the family say her references. She is available to start a job mid-July.

Eleanor is a highly recommended and experienced nanny (over 20 years). Her current employer's children are getting older, so her schedule has been reduced to part time. She wishes to stay with her current employer and add a new family to her schedule. Eleanor is very experienced with newborn care, and often stays as the children grow! Her references say she is excellent with babies and bonds with them immediately. She even made homemade baby food for her last family! As the children get older, she is a pro at coordinating everyone's schedules and keeping everyone active. They say she has a great personality, stays calm yet is outgoing and friendly. She has some experience with special needs children as well.

"Doris never gets flustered," said the mom of a toddler and 5-year-old triplets that Doris worked for for a year. Patience was definitely this reference's favorite quality, but she mentioned many more including creativity, eagerness to help and her dependability. These qualities have enabled her to work with children infant through 12 years of age, and all her references spoke highly of her. She loves working with children and wants nannying to be her career. Doris is a great driver, great swimmer and is willing to do overnights. She is willing to do household duties like laundry or light housekeeping - whatever it takes to maintain the children's environment.

Marcy is a mentor and tutor for children elementary through high school. She has served this past year as a City Year Corps member. She has provided academic support in and out of the classroom, tutoring through organizations and a private family. In a classroom setting, she has taught poetry and creative writing. In addition to English, Spanish and Math, Marcy can also help with study skills and even Dance & Drama. She is experienced with autistic students.

Nance has been caregiver since the late 70s and is always on top of the latest developments in childcare theories and practices. She is an active member of the International Nanny Association and is always in contact with other nannies in the field as well. She has cared for children of all ages, but is particularly good with infants, even infant multiples! She is an expert at household management as well. Nance's references consistently "love" her - one said she was the glue that held their family together! Another family nominated her for a "Nanny of the Year" contest. She is currently finishing a temp position she took after her last job ended (family's needs changed) and is ready for her next full time position.

Marina is a very experienced nanny,having held both full time and part time positions with children of all ages. She is currently a much requested temp nanny for TPNN while she is seeking more stable part time work. Not only do children love her and say she's lots of fun, but she also started her own housekeeping business and has clients she cleans for weekly and bi-weekly. Her references say she's amazing - detail-oriented and thorough...nothing gets by her! She has a degree is Computer Programming from her native country and runs a very organized business! She's found success at programming in the past but loves working with families so chooses to focus on her passion.

This nanny has experience in both realms, as a child care provider and as a housekeeper.  she has cared for children from newborn on up.  Her jobs have been full time Monday-Friday, or full weekend work for several years with each family.  Her current position has gone from full time to part time and she wants to find a job to compliment her current schedule since she has been with the family for 8 years!  Her current family said she has good values and her common sense is above excellent!