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Elizabeth G. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Elizabeth

Fort Smith, AR
$15/hr
Full-time
8 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Elizabeth! I have my associates degree in Early Childhood Education, and am currently perusing my B.A. I have experience in special needs and bilingual education as well. I have 8+ years of experience with ages 2months-9 years old. I love to help facilitate your busy schedule and help you out with the most important part- your world!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Emilie S. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Emilie

Fort Smith, AR
$18 - $26/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello! My name is Emilie, I am a professional nanny, educator and occasional date night sitter. A little bit about me- I was born and raised in Arkansas ( Go hogs!) and have a wonderful family including 3 younger siblings and my dog, Frankie . Most people would describe me as funny, outgoing, and empathetic . I have a passion for childcare and have been in the field for 5 years. I take a loving, compassionate, and research-based approach to my childcare and education. I am CPR certified and first aid certified in infant and adult. As well as safeschool certified. I have cared for 20 families with children of all ages and needs . and have wonderful references and letters of recommendation upon request. Thank you for your consideration, I look forward to hearing from you!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Rose W. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Rose

Fort Smith, AR
$15/hr
Full-time
6 years experience

A little bit about me

Hello my name is Rose . My journey brings me back to my hometown Fort Smith Arkansas from Dallas Texas . I am a certified nanny . CPR certified as well . I worked for BaptistHealth preschool for 10 years . Then my journey took me to Dallas . This is where it all started. Me being a nanny ! My very first family a baby girl two months old . During the time I worked with the family a second child arrived . Worked with this family for seven lovely years . I have letters of recommendations from all my families . . My last family here in Fort Smith have relocated .So now I’m looking for my next family .

Have experience working with

Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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Lexie W. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Lexie

Fort Smith, AR
$13/hr
Full-time
2 years experience

A little bit about me

My name is Alexandria but I prefer to go by Lexie. I am 24 years old. I have been doing child care for as long as I can remember. I am CPR and first aid trained. I have experience with special needs. I am super dependable and trustworthy. I am willing to watch in your home or my own. I am comfortable with pets and fully vaccinated. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Riley S. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Riley

Fort Smith, AR
$13/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

My names is Riley, I grew up in a huge family with a lot of younger siblings and older! I moved to fort smith about 6 months ago and I love it here! I’ve worked 1 previous nanny job for friends of the family, and took to and from school, cleaned house while taking care of youngest, and did dinner! very good at multitasking, price is dependent on children/ age and what job requires!

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid
Shana M. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Shana

Fort Smith, AR
$12/hr
Full-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello!my name is shana I am 34 years old.I have been babysitting for the past 3 years on and off.I currently babysit in my home but im looking for a more stable atmosphere so want to try nannying.I have worked with all ages and I have worked as a pca and dca working with both children and adults with disabilities.

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Special Needs

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Emily W. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Emily

Fort Smith, AR
$15/hr
Full-time
Part-time
10+ years experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Emily, and I’m a caring, responsible, and energetic nanny who loves working with kids of all ages. I’ve been babysitting and nannying since I was young and have experience with toddlers through school-aged children. I enjoy creating fun, engaging activities that help kids learn and grow while keeping them safe and happy. Families describe me as dependable, patient, and someone who truly connects with their children. I am from Missouri but am currently a freshman at the University of Arkansas–Fort Smith, where I am going to school for Radiology and Sonography.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certification

CPR
Titeona J. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Titeona

Fort Smith, AR
$11/hr
Part-time
< 1 year experience

A little bit about me

Hello , My Name Is Titeona Johnson-Hughes , I’m 26 years old , I’m Currently A Special Education Paraprofessional For Fort.Smith Schools & My Job Before That Was Neigborhood Market Walmart & I Been There Since 2015 And Still Present At Both Jobs , Also I’m The Oldest Out Of Eight Children !! I Love KIDS I Love To Help Them Learn & Have Fun While Their Learning !!

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Special Needs
Tavia C. - Seeking Work in Fort Smith

Nanny Tavia

Fort Smith, AR
$13/hr
Full-time
4 years experience

A little bit about me

Good day!!! I am Tavia, I currently work at a day care but I'm looking to be a nanny. My by far favorite thing is to do activities or crafts with the kiddos.

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Infants
Special Needs

Certifications

CPR
First Aid

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What’s the average cost of a child care provider in Fort Smith, AR?

The average cost of a child care provider in Fort Smith, AR is $15.45 per hour. Most Fort Smith families on Nanny Lane pay $14.26 to $16.00/hr, and live-in and infant-specialist roles run higher.
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If you’re looking for affordable child care, you should explore the different types of care and how they compare to each other. What are the differences between a solo nanny and a nanny share? What about a nanny share vs. daycare? Or nanny share vs. nursery school? Or a solo nanny vs. an au pair? What is a nanny share?

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Explore the Costs of Different Child Care Options

There are various types of child care (solo nanny, nanny share, etc), with different levels of costs. For how much to pay a nanny, key factors that determine cost are experience, the number of children, where you live, and much more. In addition, during the hiring process, you should be considerate of how to handle expenses (e.g. gas, food, etc.).

If you choose a nanny as the best child care option for your family, there are ways to save on nanny costs like an afterschool co-op or having relatives who live close offer child care support on certain days.

Alternatively, you can split the costs of a nanny. There are lots of different nanny share setups that highlight how to make nanny shares even if the kids are different ages. With a nanny share, you can find a family first or hire a nanny and consider creating a nanny share. Either way, a nanny share is the most affordable way to employ a nanny.

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