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Needed: Nanny in Los Angeles

Posted on June 15, 2013

Now hiring! We are looking for a few good people to help us with a new nanny job in Los Angeles.

30 hours weekly for a Nanny in Los Angeles

Kind and respectful family is seeking a nanny to work with their 8 year old girl. Job includes general after school duties like driving (the family car), homework help, dinner prep, and bedtime routine.

Schedule is 2pm – 8pm Monday through Thursday and 1pm – 8pm on Friday

Compensation is 18 hourly. Job is located in West Los Angeles.

One year commitment requested, longer desired for the right fit.

To apply, please send a resume to sitters@universitysitters.com with subject line “LA nanny applicant”.

 

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Los Angeles Dad Gives Review of University Sitters

Posted on June 11, 2013

The latest 5 star review of University Sitters is up on Yelp! 


This review of University Sitters is from Sebastian, a Los Angeles Dad who hired a couple babysitters for weekly part-time work and then a full-time real estate assistant.

“I’ve used Becka and her team to help find nanny/babysitting for my newborn daughter.  I think they do an excellent job.  My experience has been overwhelmingly positive.  They’re thorough, quickly respond to questions and concerns, and made us feel very comfortable with the process.  And the 2 babysitters they found for us were great!  They’ve both been with us for the past 4 months.  

We’ve needed two since our needs are very part time so scheduling becomes a bit trickier, but they’ve been very helpful and easy with that as well.  Both were background checked by University Sitters and had to do a baby CPR class.  We never had a problem with lateness or confusion on fees, etc.  I would definitely use them again, and in fact, I did.  When I was looking for an assistant for my business one of our babysitters recommended we contact University Sitters to see if they could find a placement.  Their rates are extremely competitive for permanent placement and they found us an excellent hire.  Becka is very sharp and savvy about connecting people that are a good fit.”

Read the review online now! 

To inquire about how University Sitters can help you with hiring a sitter, nanny, or assistant give us a call at 877-41-SITTER.

Categories: assistant, baby nanny, college babysitter, college nanny, los angeles babysitter, los angeles nanny, marina del rey babysitter, santa monica babysitter

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A Los Angeles Nanny Story

Posted on May 21, 2013
The other day Becka and I met at the new Tom’s store in Venice Beach for a meeting after interviewing a new Los Angeles nanny. We bumped into two moms with brand new 3 week old babies. Both had already delved into the nanny hiring process. We always find lots to chat about with new parents – the search for child care is a challenge.

Both women had sampled lightly with nannies – hiring a few hours here and there. Even though they saw child care as an essential part of being a modern parent, it surprised them how difficult it had been to find a that “right fit”- a trusted nanny who had practical experience and a warm presence.

I didn’t ask outright, but their experiences had me thinking about the difficulty of looking for child care providers on websites like SitterCity.com or other listing childcare sites. These sites provide self-built profiles of people looking for nanny work but the site does nothing to regulate the professionals they list. Sometimes candidates are career child care professionals and others find childcare an easy profession in the mean time. Some have no experience at all. It can be a challenge to sift through the candidates without a strong human resources background.z

Working with an agency adds value by bringing experienced human resources agents with child care experience to your side. We talk to parents all day about their children, their nannies and babysitters, their housekeepers and the challenges of raising a child today. When we interview or call references, we look for red flags that may only be noticed after calling hundreds of parents to ask for reviews of their former employees.

After over 5 years in the industry, University Sitters sources our nannies primarily through word-of-mouth. We go to campuses and meet student babysitters and work with college career services departments. We introduce ourselves to nannies we meet at parks or events and take referrals from nannies and housekeepers we have met through the years. We also hear from friends and clients when they move out of town and no longer need their amazing nanny or sitter.

Let us help you find your in home employee. Whether a nanny or babysitter, housekeeper or assistant – we look for the right fit to work side-by-side with the parents to create an efficient and warm home environment.

To learn more about our Los Angeles nanny services, call us anytime at 877-41-SITTER or visit the Los Angeles nanny placement page.

Los Angeles Nanny

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Categories: college babysitter, college nanny, los angeles babysitter, los angeles nanny, sittercity.com, university sitters, venice beach nanny

Family Friendly Los Angeles at Ciclavia

Posted on April 17, 2013
Whoever said there is no such thing as family friendly Los Angeles?
If you are looking to get some fresh air and exercise in the city with the whole family, join in on CicLAvia. This journey will take you from Downtown Los Angeles to Venice on a car free route. CicLAvia temporarily clears the streets and makes them safe to walk, skate, play, and bike. CicLAvia- To the Sea will span 15 miles of open road to explore and will include activities along the route. It wouldn’t be a real party without the option to stop and eat, too. There will be plenty of food  along with great food options. 
We recommend grabbing some helmets, bikes, wagons, snacks, and sunscreen and cruising around until even parents need a nap. We think you’ll relish the slow view of the streets we all so familiar with from the car window.
 
This event it proof that even here in the mecca for cars, you can have a walkable, bikable, family friendly Los Angeles experience. This is a FREE event and will take place Sunday, April 21st from 10am-3pm. See you out there! 
 
Visit CicLAvia.org for more information.
Categories: family friendly events, kids, los angeles events, venice beach

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The Flower Fields in Carlsbad

Posted on March 26, 2013
April 7th is Kid’s Day at The Flower Fields in Carlsbad! This is an all-day event that you don’t want to miss.
Kid’s Day is full of activities like arts & crafts, face painting, and a special appearance from Ronald McDonald. Other activities include the Sweet Pea Maze, Santa’s Playground, wagon rides, and live music.
Spend the day in nearly 50 acres of flowers with your family in beautiful Carlsbad, California. The Flower Fields are opened daily from 9am to 6pm until May 12th. Parking at The Flower Fields is free and admission is $6-11.  Children under 2 are free. For more information visitwww.TheFlowerFields.com.
This is a great activity for nannies and babysitters to take the kids to as well. Bring a gift of flowers home to Mom and Dad!
Categories: Carlsbad, carlsbad nanny, day trips in san diego, flower fields, San Diego families, san diego family

Available Los Angeles Assistant and Nanny Jobs

Posted on March 15, 2013

NOW HIRING! 

University Sitters is actively seeking qualified candidates for the following available assistant and nanny jobs in Playa Vista and Venice Beach. 

Executive/Personal Assistant 
Growing real estate development company seeking proactive candidate. Ideally 30-35 hours per week as assistant and 5-10 hours per week with his infant daughter. Looking for someone eager to learn about real estate and progress within his company. Must be extremely organized, Excel proficient, sharp, personable and communicative. Writing skills a must. Salary 35-40k DOE. 
 
Nanny Jobs in Venice
27-32 hours/wk  1:30/2pm-7:30pm Monday through Friday. 
 
Full charge nanny needed for 5 year old girl and 7 year old boy for school pickup, homework help, organization of extra curricular activities and active playtime. Light laundry, kitchen maintenance, errands etc. Prep for dinner at 1:30/2pm and then pick children up at 3pm. Day ends at 7:30pm upon parents’ arrival. Extra hours available for early dog walking if candidate lives close by to family. Active, reliable, enthusiastic candidates only.  17 hourly
 
To apply for either the nanny job or assistant position, email resume and short cover letter to sitters@universitysitters.com
 
For more opportunities, including work as a specialized language nanny, please see our JOBS PAGE. 
 
Looking forward to meeting you! 


*University Sitters is happy to pay a referral fee of $50 for any candidate who is hired through for either of these positions. Please share the news.

Categories: assistant job, available jobs, Los Angeles, nanny job, now hiring, university sitters

Newport Nanny and Parent Reading Resource

Posted on March 7, 2013
Wednesdays at The Newport Beach Library are filled with many great activities for the little ones. At 10:30am the library offers families three options: Toddler Storytime, Books & Babies, and Preschool Storytime. Toddler Storytime introduces stories and songs to children 2-3 years old. Books & Babies introduces language and reading to children 6-24 months. Preschool Storytime introduces stories, poems and songs that inspire literacy and musical fun to children 3-5 years old. These are all great bonding activities for Orange County nannies and parents alike. 
 
Check out newportkids.org for more information and events all month long. A great resource for a Newport nanny or parent. 
 
Image from Sheknows.com
 
Categories: newport beach babysitter, Newport Beach family, newport beach nanny, orange county

Orange County Babysitters

Posted on February 28, 2013
Orange County… we have been bulking up on our babysitters in your area. 

If you need a full-time, part-time nanny or babysitter in Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Irvine, Anaheim, or an adjacent town, we want to hear from you. 

Call University Sitters for your next date night or for a few hours to take a solo errand trip. Ask about our nanny placements where families name their own rate and we work as your headhunter to find the right nanny to work in your home.

We also service all of the Orange County hotels. Take advantage of our vacation babysitters. 

Call at 877-41-SITTER or email us anytime sitters@universitysitters.com

Preview one of University Sitter’s amazing nannies, Kristin. 


Kristin is our featured nanny this week. She lives in Huntington Beach looking for part or full-time work. She has experience with kids from infants to teens and is applying for graduate school in Social Work.

Kristin has mentored with Girls on the Run as well as provided babysitting and nanny services with University Sitters for more than a year. Originally from Long Beach, she attended CSULB and holds a BA in Liberal Studies, Human Behavior. She speaks conversational Spanish and brings a patience and kindness to the home.

Kristin is available for interview for nanny placement anytime. She is finishing up a mentor-ship nanny position shortly. Kristin’s salary range is $16-25 per hour, depending on requested work.

Placements with Kristin are available through University Sitters at for just 8-10% of gross annual salary versus 12-15%.

Categories: babysitter, hotel babysitter, huntington beach, irvine nanny, laguna beach, nanny, newport beach, orange county

Hotel Sitter Deals & Bloomspot

Posted on February 26, 2013

There are two great deals this week with hotels in both Huntington Beach and Santa Barbara through Bloomspot. Book a hotel sitter with University Sitters’s babysitters at a discount when you show us your Bloomspot booking!

The Shorebreak Hotel in Huntington is right near Main Street, the beach, and the pier. This trendy boutique hotel is an awesome spot for vacationers and “stay-cationers” alike.

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Image from Bloomspot

The Harbor View sits right at East Beach in Santa Barbara, a lovely place for families to stay in Santa Barbara. Ditch the car and walk to the skate park or rent bikes near the pier. There are endless ways to keep the kids entertained.

Image from Bloomspot

University Sitters has hotel sitters who are nearby and ready to help Mom and Dad have a night on the town for parents only, or accompany them to the beach as an extra set of hands. Our babysitters are always experienced and up for anything from pool time to park visits to hanging low with the kids with a movie and pizza, if you like.

Show us your Bloomspot Voucher and book a hotel sitter for your trip to these locations, and we will take $15 off your babysitting receipt.

Categories: babysitter, babysitting, Hotel Baby Sitting, hotel babysitters, huntington beach kuds, huntington beachbabysitters, santa barbara babysitters, Shorebreak hotel, the harborview hoteI, university sitters
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