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Joy Whittemore

Joy Whittemore
North Palm Beach, FL

Activity summary

Last seen: 2 hours ago Member since: Aug 2026

Loving Nanny & Pet Caregiver ready to help your family

To highlight my medical background, I have worked in the medical field for 28 years. I attribute my medical experience and knowledge by working for pharmacies from 1989 to 1996. I progressed to working in nursing homes, doctor’s offices, and other facilities for 19 years. I enjoy being in the medical field knowing I am helping others; therefore, in 1997 I decided to take on the challenge of going to school full time for “Medical Insurance Specialist” and maintain a full time job. I have taken great pleasure in doing medical billing since 1998 to 2016.

I also have volunteered part time in the ministry field for 16 years. I attribute my ministry experience and knowledge by administering and facilitating Christian singles for 4 years. I advanced to currently managing and running my own ministry called “Christian Activities and Events” dedicated to all Christians, so that they are aware of activities and events with like-minded people in a safe environment. I also currently manage and run my own ministry called “Pure4God” dedicated to Christian Single adults in being Pure Christians (mind, body and soul). I was also involved in ministering through music, as I managed a Christian Gospel group called InnerLight. I enjoy serving God and also being able to help others at the same time. I have taken great pleasure in serving and doing ministry work since 2010 to present.

As a teenager my first job as a babysitter was with a family of 3 kids; ages 2, 4 and 6 months old. Throughout the years I have babysat off and on. Then in 2016 and for the last 9 years, I have been taking care of my nephew on a weekly basis to even now. Then in 2023, I took on a nanny job with a family of 3 kids; ages 9, 11, and 4 with the youngest being Highly Functioning Autistic. I was with that family for almost 3 years. I’m truly passionate with fostering a safe and nurturing environment for child development.

I am looking for a part-time position that will enable me to have the opportunity to utilize my experience and knowledge in child care, administration, management, accounting, bookkeeping, insurance, billing, promoting & advertising and event planning. I believe I possess the skills, qualifications and experience you may desire. I would like to have the opportunity to prove to you that I am capable of being an outstanding employee as well as being an asset to your organization. Please consider me for any position you may have available. The enclosed resume presents additional information showing you why I am most qualified for any position you may have to offer.

I can be available for an interview at your convenience.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Nanny $30/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Small school kids (5 - 8 years)
  • Tweens (9 - 12 years)
  • Teenagers (13+ years)

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Transporting kids
  • Taking kids on outings
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • After school care
  • Administering medications

I can provide home daycare (at my place)

  • Home daycare
    • Part-time daycare

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Asthma
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Pet sitting $30 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of North Palm Beach for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

- - - - - - -

Day

- - - - - - -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

- - - - - - -

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 10 years experience working with children
  • 25 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Have a pet carrier
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 55 years old
    • Driver's license
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

Hello, my name is Joy.

I'm a nanny in North Palm Beach/Palm Beach Gardens.

I've been a nanny & babysitting off and on since a teenager, but I've been doing it consistently since 2016.

The last 3 years I was with a family of 3 children with the youngest being highly functioning autistic (I was with him from age 4 to 7). There were some recent dynamic changes within the family and I'm now seeking work again.

As a teenager my first job as a babysitter was with a family of 3 kids; ages 2, 4 and 6 months old. Throughout the years I have babysat off and on. Then in 2016 and for the last 9 years, I have been taking care of my nephew on a weekly basis to even now. Then in 2023, I took on a nanny job with a family of 3 kids; ages 9, 11, and 4 with the youngest being Highly Functioning Autistic. I was with that family for almost 3 years. I’m truly passionate with fostering a safe and nurturing environment for child development.

I am seeking part time Monday to Friday 1:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

I also have 28 years experience in the medical field and 15 years in volunteer ministry service.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing / painting
  • Games
  • Swimming
  • Animals
  • Writing

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Maya Veig

Maya Veig
Wellington, FL

Activity summary

Member since: Jan 2026

I’m Maya Sunshine and my name doesn’t lie

I am a freshman in college with flexibility and a positive attitude. My younger twin brothers are my first ever clients, I work with kids and pets in my neighborhood as well. Cleaning and cooking is no problem for me and I am very creative and crafty.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $18/hour

Child ages I'm comfortable caring for:

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

Childcare duties I can do:

  • Light meals
  • Full meals
  • Cooking with kids
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Supervising swimming / water play
  • Preparing kids for bed / sleep routines
  • Before school care
  • Preparing school lunches
  • After school care
  • Help with homework
  • Administering medications
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Corporate functions babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids
    • Food allergies
    • Asthma
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
    • Anxiety disorder
    • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
    • Deaf / hard of hearing
    • Visual impairments
    • Sleep disorders

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

Pet sitting $18 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • 24/7 supervision
  • Cleaning litter boxes
  • Cleaning cages / bedding
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $18 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)
  • Large dogs (44—88lbs / 20—40kg)
  • Giant dogs (+88lbs / +40kg)

Other dog walking tasks I can do:

  • Dog jogging (for energetic pooches!)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting
    • Collecting mail / packages
    • Watering plants
    • Taking trash bins in / out
    • Rotating lights / blinds (for a 'lived-in' look)
    • Basic house security checks

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Car washing / cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel within Wellington for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

- -

Arvo

- -

Eve.

Nite

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family

My credentials

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

  • 6 years experience working with children
  • 8 years experience working with pets
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
    • Pet owner references
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Police check
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Languages I can speak: English

I am in my first year of college and have twin brothers and a dog. All the kids and pets in my neighborhood know me. I have over 5 years of experience and am working on getting certifications. Also, I volunteer at Big Dog Ranch Rescue.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Dance
  • Comedy
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Games
  • Fitness
  • Animals
  • Cooking
  • Design

Contact Maya For Free

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Childcare

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Flo Jo
West Palm Beach, FL

Activity summary

Member since: Jul 2024

#TheBestCare

Hello, I'm a well-experienced child and adult care giver. I am attentive, kind, empathetic and hard working and will provide your child with excellent care.

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny, Au pair $18/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
  • Full meals
  • Bottle feeding
  • Toilet training
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Care for twins/multiples

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning
  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of West Palm Beach for work.

Here's my weekly availability:

M T W T F S S

Morn

Day

Arvo

Eve.

Nite

- - - - - - -

I'm available for:

  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Valentine's Day
  • Full weekends
  • Vacations with the family
  • Live-in with the family

My credentials

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

  • 65 years experience working with children
    • I'm a parent
    • Registered carer
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 71 years old
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Writing

Contact Flo For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Isabella Marvinney

Isabella Marvinney
Royal Palm Beach, FL

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper $19/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
  • Changing diapers
  • Bathing kids
  • Help with homework
  • Care for twins/multiples

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

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

Pet sitting $19 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Reptiles
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Other pet duties I can do:

  • Administering medications
  • Feeding
  • Pet playtime
  • Daily exercise for your pet
  • Care for puppies
  • Care for senior dogs
  • Care for kittens
  • Care for senior cats

Dog walking $17 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

I can do house sitting

  • House sitting

Other services I can provide

  • Elderly care / companionship

My availability

I'm looking for Casual/temporary, Part-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Royal Palm Beach for work.

I'm available for:

  • Last minute bookings
  • Public holidays
  • Overnight jobs

My credentials

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

  • Childcare credentials:
    • CPR training
    • First aid training
    • Water safety training
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
    • I have pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 18 years old
    • Police check
    • Driver's license
    • Emergency car access
    • I have a car
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Languages I can speak: English

I have a younger brother whom I have cared for all my life. I have volunteered with children with special needs, as well as cats and dogs. I am a medical student and I am CPR and BLS certified.

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Fitness
  • Swimming
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking

Contact Isabella For Free

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Childcare

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Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Isemaelie Joseph
Lake Worth Beach, FL

Activity summary

Member since: Apr 2025

Special Needs Babysitter, Babysitter, Parent helper, Nanny $19/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 2 children at once

Childcare duties I can do:

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

I'm available for events

  • Special event babysitting
  • Wedding babysitting

I can provide special needs care

  • Care for special needs kids

Household duties I can do:

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry / washing

I can do tutoring

  • Tutoring

Pet sitting $19 / hour

Pets I'm comfortable caring for:

  • Dogs
  • Cats
  • Birds
  • Fish
  • Small animals (rabbits, ferrets, etc.)

Dog walking $19 / hour

  • Small dogs (0—22lbs / 0—10kg)
  • Medium dogs (22—44lbs / 10—20kg)

Other pet services I can provide

  • Pet checker (home visits to check on pets)

Other services I can provide

  • Cleaning

My availability

I'm looking for Part-time, Full-time employment.

I can travel to neighboring suburbs/towns of Lake Worth Beach 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
  • School holidays
  • Public holidays
  • New Year's Eve
  • Full weekends

My credentials

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

  • 3 years experience working with children
    • I carry a first aid kit
  • Pet credentials:
    • I'm comfortable with pets
  • General credentials:
    • Email verified
    • 19 years old
    • Emergency car access
    • Non-smoker / non-vaper
    • Permanent resident
    • Covid vaccinated
    • Liability insurance
    • Languages I can speak: English

My skills and interests:

  • Music
  • Singing
  • Comedy
  • Reading / storytelling
  • Drawing / painting
  • Arts / crafts
  • Nature
  • Gardening
  • Cooking
  • Video
  • Design
  • Computers
  • Writing
  • Foreign languages

Contact Isemaelie For Free

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Childcare

How many kids need care?

Pet sitting

Other pet services you need:

Dog walking

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Babysitting Pay Rates FL, United States (Updated 27 Jul 2026)

Florida babysitters are paid an average of $18.65 per hour as of August 2026, which is the same asthe United States average of $18.65. A fair pay rate depends on babysitter credentials, specific job requirements, and local demand for babysitting services in North Palm Beach.
1 Kid 2 Kids 3+ Kids
Florida:
$16.95 $18.65 $20.34
United States:
$16.95 $18.65 $20.34

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Special Needs Care Our Babysitters Can Offer

Find a babysitter who has the right skills that match the special needs of your child. Our babysitters can offer care for the following conditions:

  • Food allergies
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) / Conduct Disorder (CD)
  • Anxiety disorder
  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
  • Down syndrome
  • Intellectual disabilities
  • Deaf / hard of hearing
  • Visual impairments
  • Sleep disorders

Top 10 Tips For Hiring A Special Needs Babysitter

Follow these handy tips for hiring a special needs babysitter so you can feel confident your child will be safe, supported, and happy.

1. Look for relevant experience

Choose babysitters who have worked with children with similar diagnoses, behaviors, or medical needs.

2. Check training and certifications

Ask about CPR, first aid, and any specialized training (e.g., administering medication, ABA therapy, seizure response).

3. Ask detailed questions

Discuss how they would handle meltdowns, medical emergencies, or communication challenges.

4. Request references

Speak to families of children with special needs they’ve cared for before.

5. Arrange a meet-and-greet

Observe how they interact with your child and whether they connect in a patient, caring way.

6. Be clear about routines

Provide written instructions for meals, bedtime, medications, and calming strategies.

7. Communicate about triggers and supports

Share sensory sensitivities, behavioral strategies, and comfort items.

8. Confirm reliability

Ensure they can commit to consistent care and handle unexpected situations calmly.

9. Start with short sessions

Begin with trial sittings so your child and babysitter can build trust gradually.

10. Trust your instincts

Choose someone who shows genuine empathy, patience, and respect for your child’s individuality.


Special Needs Babysitter Interview Questions

Ask the following questions when interviewing special needs babysitter candidates to help you find someone who’s skilled, patient, and the right fit for your child.

Experience & Background

  • What experience do you have caring for children with special needs?
  • Have you worked with children who have [your child’s specific condition, e.g., autism, ADHD, Down syndrome, epilepsy]?
  • How do you adapt your caregiving style to different needs and abilities?
  • Can you share an example of a challenging situation you faced and how you handled it?

Skills & Training

  • Are you certified in CPR and first aid?
  • Have you had training in behavior management, sensory support, or therapies (ABA, speech, occupational)?
  • Are you comfortable assisting with mobility equipment, feeding tubes, or other medical supports?
  • Are you willing to learn specific care techniques unique to my child?

Communication

  • How do you communicate with children who use alternative methods (signs, devices, gestures)?
  • How do you handle situations where a child has difficulty expressing their needs or emotions?
  • How do you communicate updates and concerns with parents?

Safety & Emergency Preparedness

  • How would you handle a medical emergency, seizure, or allergic reaction?
  • Are you comfortable administering medication, if needed?
  • How do you ensure safety during outings, play, or transitions?

Routines & Behavior

  • How do you approach meltdowns, overstimulation, or behavioral challenges?
  • Are you comfortable following strict routines, or do you prefer flexibility?
  • How do you encourage independence while keeping the child safe?

Personality & Fit

  • What do you enjoy most about working with children with special needs?
  • What qualities make you a good fit for our family and our child?
  • How do you stay patient and positive in stressful situations?