Babysitter Available in Pittsburgh, PA: Mikaela T.

$20/hr

3 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Mikaela, and I am about to start my first year Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program at the University of Pittsburgh and hoping to find a family with who could use help at the times that fit around my school schedule including occasional evening care and date nights!

I am a fun-loving, silly babysitter with the energy to keep up with your kiddos. I enjoy coming up with creative non-screen activities, including making up games with toys, playing outside, and doing arts and crafts. I love helping kids explore their interests and encouraging their independence as they learn new things. I also grew up with dogs/cats, and I am happy to take care of furry family members as well!
If I seem like a good fit for your family this fall, please don't hesitate to reach out!

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Evenings, Weekends, and Occasional Afternoons My Doctoral program has a variable schedule and I am happy to work with you to find the best fit!

Part-time

Occasional work

Live-out

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

How often do you need a babysitter?

Full-Time Part-Time

References

May 2026 - Jul 2026

Kate

"Mikaela is a dream babysitter. From the moment she came to meet my two young boys, she was getting on their level and engaging them. She is very professional and easy to communicate with, and super reliable. She babysat for us a handful of times this summer and my boys were always counting down the days until she was coming. One day I was around the house on meetings and getting things done, and the entire time she was on the floor with them, playing games, making forts, or coming up with stories about their stuffies. I loved knowing my kids were fully engaged in play rather than screens for those hours that Mikaela was there. I also really appreciated her maturity and judgement, especially with a food allergy kid. She would always text me to see if a certain snack was okay to serve to my little one. Overall, she just made everything so fun and easy. I can't recommend her highly enough."

*Contact information available upon request

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Other

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

3 years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

High-schoolers (13-17 years)

More About Me

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

I grew up babysitting and have nannied toddlers through preteens. I have worked as a YMCA camp counselor, teaching nature and science lessons and leading groups of elementary school kids through a variety of recreational activities. My undergraduate education included several courses in human development and special education. I have field experience working in special education classrooms both as a teaching assistant and, most recently, as a personal care aide in an extended school year program. I know every kid is unique, and I am excited to get to know your kiddos and learn best support their individual needs.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I enjoy playing outside, making up games, dramatic readings, and exploring kids individual interests

The most important part about being a nanny...

Keeping kids happy and healthy!

My experience with special needs children...

I have assisted in a fourth-grade special education class and worked as a personal care assistant for a nonverbal student in my intermediate unit's extended school year program. I know every individual is unique, and I am happy to work with anyone and learn how best to meet their needs.

The most important part about being a nanny...

The first time a minimally verbal kiddo I was working with shared his excitement with me by running up to me and hugging my leg. That instance of trust, and of this kid looking to me as someone he could share his joy with, made my day.