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Ivana J.
Santa Monica, CA 90404
from $1 per hour
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About Ivana
Experience: 10 yrs
I am a loving and extraordinarily dedicated nanny with over 15 years of experience. I completed extensive coursework in psychology and neuroscience, which informs my emotionally attuned and brain-enriching approach to childcare, ensuring each child receives attention, affection, appreciation, and high-quality interaction. Having cared for more than 30 children, including serving as the first nanny to 17, my experience spans a broad age range with a special focus on babies and toddlers. I am committed to nurturing every dimension: emotional, cognitive, physical, social, and linguistic, so children feel confident, happy, and empowered to thrive. Known for my funness, I turn even the most ordinary moments into joyful adventures. I love creative play, reading books, everything music and arts, nature explorations, obstacle courses, and pretend science experiments that foster curiosity and a love of learning. B. S. Finance, USC Post-Bacc. Social Neuroscience, UCLA M. S. Biomimicry, ASU
Most recent review
Ivana spent worked with our family to help us understand and support our 3-year-old through a challenging phase. Her observations were remarkably sharp, and her guidance was always grounded in deep knowledge of child psychology and brain development. She combines science with empathy and intuition in a way that feels rare and genuine. Every suggestion was thoughtful, gentle, and immediately effective. Even with my 6-month-old, she offered eye-opening tips that completely changed how I read to him. Ivana is exceptional , insightful, intelligent, and truly gifted with children.
Florence E.
11/11/2025
Services
Age groups
Rates
Recurring jobs
$1-49/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$1/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Craft assistance
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Travel
Qualifications
Education
Univerity of Southern California
Bachelor degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Early child development knowledge
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
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mon
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
tue
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
wed
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
thu
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
fri
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
sat
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
sun
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
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