I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old for parents in my neighborhood. I also helped at both my mom and my dad's house, watching my numerous little siblings, giving me experience with all different age groups. I was a nanny throughout high school working with infants to teenagers. I have been an Au pair in Croatia, Spain, and Wales. In the past for 9 summers until 2024 I spent the summer months running the gymnastics program at a sleep away camp in Pennsylvania. 

I love to cook and bake as well as do arts and crafts and read. I enjoy being outside as much as possible so long as the weather allows for it. 

I have experience with children of all ages as well as experience with children with autism and ADHD. I am also CPR and first aid certified. 

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I had the pleasure of having Elayna as a nanny for my autistic son during the holiday season, and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for her exceptional care and support. Elayna's warmth, dedication, and genuine love for her work truly set her apart.

From the moment Elayna joined our family, it was evident that she had a natural ability to connect with my son. Her engagement with him was not only heartwarming but also essential for his well-being. Elayna's understanding of his unique needs was impressive, and she consistently tailored her approach to ensure he felt comfortable and secure.

What truly stood out was Elayna's unwavering support. She went above and beyond to create a nurturing environment for my son, fostering his confidence and independence. Her patience and kindness were evident in every interaction, making the holiday season a joyous and stress-free experience for both my son and me.

Elayna's culinary skills were an unexpected bonus. Not only did she attend to my son's emotional needs, but she also took care of his nutritional well-being by preparing delicious meal and brought cookies. The effort she put into providing a well-rounded and balanced experience showcased her commitment to holistic caregiving.

As a parent, having Elayna by my side allowed me to entertain during the holidays with peace of mind. I could enjoy the festivities knowing that my son was in the best possible hands. Elayna's professionalism and dedication to her role made her an invaluable part of our family during the holiday season.

In conclusion, I wholeheartedly recommend Elayna as a nanny, especially for children with special needs. Her genuine love, engaging approach, and all-encompassing care create a supportive environment that goes beyond expectations. Elayna is not just a caregiver; she is a true gem who made a significant positive impact on our family, and we are incredibly fortunate to have had her with us during the holidays.

Elayna has watched our 3 children 6,4,1 a few times and each time has done a great job. She is punctual, engaged, and continues to be someone we trust.

Elayna has watched our two children, 2.5 and now 1 year, several times over the past 3 months. Elayna is delightful. She arrives on time, communicates well, and is exceptionally responsible. Elayna engages thoughtfully with our toddler and is always ready to jump in, regardless of what's going on at our home. Our minds are at ease when our children are in the care of Elayna and she has our highest recommendation without reservation.

We arranged Elayna for a Friday night babysitting and were looking forward to working together.  We had exchanged several messages and confirmed, but at the start time we learned she had double booked.  I did select her as my caregiver from the job posting, but apparently it didn't add the job from the request to her calendar. This isn't the first time I've had technical issues with care.com, but after confirming via message and text I would have hoped Elayna would have been more mindful of her scheduling.

Elayna is amazing. She cared for our 3 little ones on Fridays and Saturdays for several months so my wife and I could go out on dates.

Elayna is the best, she is so wonderful with my 5 month old. Always on time, super flexible and easy to work with. Highly recommend!! Any family is lucky to have her!

Elayna is a great person and outstanding with children.  Also, great with babies. I highly recommend her and has the ability to care for twins.  This speaks volumes, because, trust me when I say caring for twin babies is not easy.  She has a natural ability to take care of children and has done a very good job with my three young children.

Elayna is my daughter and displays a great deal of social maturity, finding it very easy and comfortable to get along with kids as well as adults.  We regularly entrust her to watch our youngest son (the others are older and do not require additional care), both in the house as well as transporting him as needed, or just taking him somewhere for fun to be out of the house. She is a very creative and fun individual, making it easy for her to connect with kids. She enjoys actually engaging with them in activity as opposed to just 'babysitting'.

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