Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Aberdeen, MD: Tokoni A.

$18/hr

5 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Tokoni, and I’m a nursing student with a passion for caregiving and creating safe, loving spaces for children. I’ve been babysitting since I was young and volunteered for over two years at churches caring for infants and toddlers, which deepened my patience and spiritual connection to children. I recently worked as a teacher assistant, supporting toddlers, preschoolers, and children with special needs in their emotional, social, and academic development.

I’m also a private chef and love bringing joy through food—I run a small side business selling meals. I’m organized, creative, and naturally bring structure while encouraging kids to express themselves. Caregiving is more than a job to me, it’s a purpose I fulfill with love, patience, and intention. As a proud Nigerian, I carry a deep sense of community, warmth, and family in everything I do.

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Tue, Thu 12:00pm - 8:00pm Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun 8:00am - 5:00pm

Full-time

Live-out

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a child care provider?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

5 years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

Volunteering for over two years at churches, caring for infants and toddlers during services and events

Babysitting for family and friends since I was young, gaining hands-on experience with newborns and kids of all ages

Working as a teacher assistant in a preschool setting, supporting toddlers and children with special needs in their daily routines, play, and early learning

Assisting with meal prep, nap schedules, diaper changes, and engaging activities to support emotional and developmental growth

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Reading books together and encouraging early language development

Creative play like drawing, painting, and crafts

Sensory activities for infants and toddlers, like water play or texture exploration

Singing songs, dancing, and interactive movement games

Outdoor playtime—whether it’s stroller walks, playground time, or backyard fun

Helping with simple learning activities to build fine motor skills, numbers, colors, and letters

Practicing mindfulness and calming techniques when needed, like breathing games or quiet time stories

The most important part about being a nanny...

For me, the most important part of being a nanny is creating a safe, nurturing space where a child feels deeply seen, heard, and held, emotionally, physically, and energetically. It’s more than just supervising or following routines. It’s about being intentional with your energy, present in the moment, and responsive to a child’s unique needs and spirit. I believe children are naturally intuitive and absorb so much from their environment, so showing up with love, patience, and grounding is essential. As someone rooted in a culture that values community and care, I see nannying as sacred work, it’s about guiding, protecting, and honoring the growth of a little soul.

My experience with special needs children...

While working as a teacher assistant, I had the opportunity to support children with special needs in a preschool setting. I helped create a calm, structured environment that catered to each child’s individual needs—whether that meant offering extra patience during transitions, using visual aids for communication, or incorporating sensory-friendly activities. I learned how important it is to approach every child with compassion, flexibility, and consistency, and I truly value the experience it gave me in being attentive and supportive in more individualized ways.

The most important part about being a nanny...

A favorite nanny moment I’ve experienced while caring for a child happened during a quiet afternoon with a newborn. The baby was unsettled, and instead of rushing to fix it, I took a moment to ground myself. I held them close, placed my hand gently on their back, and just focused on being fully present, breathing slowly, offering calm energy, and humming a soft tune. Gradually, the baby’s energy shifted, and they melted into sleep. In that moment, I realized how sacred caregiving is. It’s not just physical, it’s energetic, intuitive, and deeply spiritual. As a Nigerian woman rooted in ancestral wisdom, I believe children feel the peace we carry. That experience reminded me that nurturing is a form of energetic alignment, where love, calm, and presence become healing forces.