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Gabrielle Lovell Barraza

Gabrielle Lovell Barraza
Amarillo, TX

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Member since: Dec 2023

Caring Nanny

Hi,

I am Gabrielle Barraza. I am originally from Amarillo, TX but have recently relocated to Illinois. I am excited to offer outstanding care for newborns to teenagers. I have watched up to three children before, transferred children to and from school, prepared meals, provided light housekeeping, changed diapers, participated in crafts and playtime, etc. I have worked with children in education, social work, and customer service fields. I was also a tutor and substitute teacher. My passion is working with children and I truly feel it is my calling.

Babysitter, Nanny $25 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry/washing
  • Grocery shopping
  • Running errands

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Full-time employment.

I can travel to surrounding suburbs/towns of Amarillo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

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Nite

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My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 6 years experience working with children
    • Registered carer
  • 10 months experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 26 years old
    • Police check
    • Drivers license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Education

Bachelors in Business Administration West Texas A&M University Class 0f 2020

Work Experience

Substitute Teacher AMAISD December 2019 - January 2025 Engage with students while maintaining a safe environment while productively completing tasks Manage the classroom effectively to encourage student participation, minimize distractions and maintain a positive learning environment

ESSER Tutor AMAISD August 2021 - August 2023 Actively involves students in lessons in an accelerated learning format on a grade to grade basis Prepares lessons based off TEKS and review needed Document tutoring hours Manages students behaviors and reports issues to supervisor

AmeriCorps AMAISD August 2016 - August 2017 Provided individualized instruction for struggling students Participated in numerous charitable activities as part of a national service organization

Babysitting 2013 - 2019 Provided a safe, engaging, and supportive environment while providing the best care Provided light housekeeping, prepared meals, participated in playtime, and offered assistance in nighttime routines

My skills and interests:

  • Reading/storytelling
  • Drawing/painting
  • Arts/crafts
  • Sports
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

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Lily Phillippi

Lily Phillippi
Amarillo, TX

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Member since: Feb 2025

Baby/pet sitter

Hi im Lily I have a very fun loving personality and im really good with babies and kids im very smart if they need homework help or even if you need some relax time I can help

Babysitter $15 / hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Up to 3 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for special needs kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

Household duties I can do:

  • Laundry/washing

I'm available for events:

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel within Amarillo for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Day

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Arvo

- - - - - ✓ ✓

Eve.

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

Nite

✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends

My credentials

I'm happy to provide written documentation of my qualifications and credentials:

  • 2 years experience working with children
    • Water safety training
  • 5 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • 16 years old
    • Non-smoker/non-vaper
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

I am in highschool and I make A’s and im really good with children I always watch my siblings and cousins and I can always watch kids if there sick and you have plans that’s not a problem

My skills and interests:

  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Sports

Contact Lily For Free

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Valeria Valentina Magana
Amarillo, TX

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Last seen: 12 hours ago
Member since: Feb 2025

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Amarillo for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Valeria For Free

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Anneliese Gardner
Amarillo, TX

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Member since: Jul 2024

Babysitter

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Newborns (0 - 2 months)
  • Babies (3 - 12 months)
  • Toddlers (1 - 2 years)
  • Preschoolers (3 - 4 years)
  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Other services I can provide

My availability

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Amarillo for work.

My credentials

  • General credentials:
    • Languages I can speak: English
    • Email verified

Contact Anneliese For Free

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Childcare

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Babysitting Pay Rates Amarillo, TX, United States (Feb 2025)

Amarillo babysitters are paid an average of $20.00 per hour as of February 2025, which is 22.5% higher than the Texan average of $16.32, and 20.1% higher than the United States average of $16.65. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services.
Min Avg Max
Amarillo:
$15.00 $20.00 $25.00
Texas:
$8.00 $16.32 $80.00
United States:
$0.00 $16.65 $80.00

Rates are calculated weekly from our live member data.
Prices shown in United States dollars (USD)


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