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Mercer Island, WA 98040
from $28 per hour
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Experience: 15 yrs
*Professional nanny with 15+ years of experience caring for children ages 6 weeks-12 years old including infants, toddlers and children with special needs * background as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (NYS) with 21+ years supporting children and families but shifted to nannying and launched an educational business after becoming a mother * Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Bachelor's degree in Psychology. * warm, reliable, engaging, calm, patient, and dependable, with a strong focus on safety, developmental milestones, and play-based learning through books, music, art, and movement. * absolutely love being a part of children's healthy development and making families feel safe and at ease * Respect each family's parenting style and value partnering with parents. * Comfortable with pets. *Excellent references available. *non-smoker, fully vaccinated *CPR/First Aid certified (successfully put life-saving skills to the test in the past)
It’s hard to put into words what an incredible impact you’ve had on our family over the past eight years. From day one, you have been reliable, trustworthy, and someone we could always count on. No matter the situation or challenge, you handled everything with integrity, professionalism, and a calm, steady presence. Your communication has always been excellent, and your knowledge and experience gave us so much confidence. What I admire just as much is your willingness to keep learning, adapt to our family’s needs, and grow alongside our daughter. More than anything, you built a truly meaningful relationship with our child and with our family. The love, care, and consistency you brought each day have left a lasting impact that we will always be grateful for. You are so much more than a nanny- you’ve become part of our family, and I know you’ll always have a special place in our lives. We couldn’t recommend you more highly!!!
7/1/2026
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$28-30/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$31/hr
2 children
$34/hr
3 children
$37/hr
4 children
$40/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Child care
Companion care
Groceries/errands
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Education
Graduate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Early child development knowledge
Early childhood eductation
Special needs care
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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