Live-In Part-Time Nanny Available in North Charleston, SC: Shinique R.

$17/hr

10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hello ! I’m Shinique Rivers ,and I am a caring, responsible, and dedicated nanny with a genuine love for working with children. I have experience caring for children of different ages, from infants to school-aged kids, and I truly enjoy supporting their growth and development.

I believe in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children feel comfortable, valued, and encouraged to explore and learn. I enjoy planning fun and educational activities such as reading, arts and crafts, outdoor play, and age-appropriate learning exercises. My goal is to support each child’s emotional, social, and intellectual development while also maintaining structure and routine.

I am patient, reliable, and attentive to each child’s individual needs. I understand the importance of open communication with parents and always strive to work as a team to ensure the best care possible.

I look forward to the opportunity to provide loving and dependable care for your family.

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Weekdays 8:00AM - 6:00PM

Full-time

Part-time

Live-in

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

How often do you need a nanny?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License

CPR

First Aid

Other

Car

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Preschoolers (4-9 years)

More About Me

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

I have over 10 years of experience working with children from newborn to 5 years old. My experience includes babysitting my family members as well as working as a Teacher Assistant in a daycare setting.

As a Teacher Assistant, I supported lead teachers with daily classroom activities, supervised playtime, assisted with feeding, diaper changes, potty training, and helped maintain a safe and nurturing environment. I also participated in plan age-appropriate learning activities that supported early childhood development, including reading and sensory play.

Through both my professional and personal experience, I have developed strong patience, attentiveness, and a deep understanding of young children’s needs. I truly love working with kids and am very passionate about helping them grow, learn, and feel supported.

Also I have experience planning engaging activities as in arts and crafts, reading,outdoor play, and age-appropriate learning games to support developmental milestones.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

🌸 Activities I Enjoy Doing with Children

💞Creative Play
• Arts and crafts (painting, coloring, simple DIY projects)
• Playdough and sensory bins
• Building with blocks or magnetic tiles

💞Learning & Development
• Reading books together and storytelling
• Practicing letters, numbers, colors, and shapes
• Educational games and puzzles
• Singing songs and nursery rhymes

💞Active Play
• Outdoor walks and playground time
• Dancing and movement games
• Simple sports or ball play
• Obstacle courses for toddlers

💞Imaginative Play
• Pretend play (kitchen, doctor, dress-up)
• Puppet shows
• Creating fun characters and stories

💞For Babies (Infants)
• Tummy time and motor skill activities
• Sensory play (textures, sounds, soft toys)
• Singing, talking, and reading to support language development
• Gentle interactive play to encourage crawling and exploration

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important part about being a nanny is creating a safe, loving, and trusting environment for the child. Children thrive when they feel secure, understood, and cared for, and it’s a nanny’s responsibility to provide that consistency every day. Beyond supervision, it’s about building a genuine bond, supporting their emotional development, and being someone they can rely on.

It’s also important to respect and support the parents’ values and routines. Open communication, reliability, and teamwork with the family are essential. A great nanny not only cares for the child’s physical needs but also encourages learning, curiosity, confidence, and kindness.

Ultimately, being a nanny isn’t just about watching a child — it’s about positively shaping their early experiences and being a steady, nurturing presence in their life.

The most important part about being a nanny...

🥰My favorite nanny moment is when a child reaches for me for comfort or lights up when they see me walk through the door. There’s something so special about knowing they feel safe, happy, and connected with me.

🥰I also love witnessing the little milestones — whether it’s a first word, first steps, or finally mastering a new skill we’ve been practicing. Being part of those everyday victories and seeing their confidence grow is incredibly rewarding.

🥰The small, simple moments often mean the most — reading together before nap time, laughing during a silly dance break, or getting a spontaneous hug. Those moments remind me why I love being a nanny.