Aloha ‘ohana! My name is Emalata Maka, but you may call me Ema. I was born and raised on this beautiful island. My B.A. degree is in Pacific Island Studies. I aspire to work in a position where I can help at-risk youth. I am pursuing a career as a social worker or counselor. I’m in my mid-twenties and the eldest of 5. However, I have many older hanai (adopted) siblings. I come from a big family, so I’ve been around children my entire life. I’m a family oriented individual and love children. Read More

Aloha, My name is Renee but your keiki can call me Auntie. I’m a Foster Mom now for 16 years so I hold current certification on F.B.I. Clearance, 1st. Aid, C.P.R., flu/pneumonia shots and chest x-ray. I’m a “VERY ACTIVE SITTER” and bring lots of toys, puzzles, arts/crafts, games and do a magic light show as the topping on the cake. I raised my two children without a T.V. so while I’m caring for your child your T.V. is “broken”! Read More

Aloha! My name is Karen and I am a licensed Elementary and Special Education teacher with the Hawaii Department of Education. I have taught at 5 elementary schools all in Honolulu district for a total of 15 years. I have taught grades 1-3 & 5-8th. I have extensive experience teaching special needs. Specifically children who are Autistic, mentally/emotionally challenged, down syndrome & students in wheelchairs. I’ve worked as a reading and math tutor, and I am also the Mom of a wonderful daughter! I’m an active, fun and patient sitter. Read More

Aloha my name is Rose, AKA Nana Rose as I have had 4 children and have 7 grandkids. I have taken seminars thru Patch and the Canoes registry on caring for children. I have many years experience as a Teachers Assistant for the special needs classrooms including Autism and those with medical needs. At Saint Patrick’s school for 1 year I did after-school care for kindergarten and 1st grade plus was a teachers Aide for the Pre-K class. Then I worked with 6,7,8th grade Special Education classes as well as being a sub for pre kindergarten to high schools. This past year I am a Special Education Assistant for the kindergarten, 1st, 2nd graders at Irving elementary. Read More

Aloha, my name is Shekinah! I graduated at the University of Hawaii at Manoa with degrees in Psychology and Anthropology. In psychology, I took classes that were especially focused on child development and exceptional needs. I have experience volunteering in community family events as well as babysitting for others. I’ve babysat for many families in my community, including a newborn I cared for once a week until he was 1- year old. Read More

Aloha! My name is Elizabeth and I am currently a student at the University of Hawaii at Manoa working towards a bachelors degree in Social Work. Since I can remember, I have had a passion for child care. Whether it was playing with younger cousins or pursuing a degree to improve the conditions of families and children in need, opportunities such as these have deepened my love and fascination of children. Read More

Hi! My name is Ashley Fukuda-Ruiz. I’m 28 years old. I was born on Oahu and have lived here my whole life. I have a Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) from the CDA National Credentialing Program. I also have many workshop training hours in various  ASK CORE areas of child development and I continue to take more workshops. In 12th grade I took an Early Education class and had an internship at The Early Education Center of Seagull Schools working with 4-5 year olds. Read More

Aloha, my name is Debbie. I started babysitting at the age of 13 and have been interacting and providing childcare since. My experience includes 10+ years as a medical assistant working in a hospital with both newborns in pediatrics and children with behavioral health issue. In addition I worked as a nursery room attendant and was an assistant Girl Scout leader. It is my goal to provide a fun and safe time for your children. It’s their vacation too! I am conscientious and truly love entertaining and educating children of all ages. And of course I am CPR/First Aid certified and have TB clearance. I look forward to meeting you and your family.

Victoria Roselli has obtained a B.S. of Maternal Health and Lactation.  Mrs. Roselli earned credentials as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, International Board Certified Lamaze Instructor and Newborn Care Specialist.  In addition, she is a freelance writer and public speaker. Mrs. Roselli lives in Honolulu, Hawaii with her family. She enjoys traveling, reading, and swimming.

Aloha! My name is Sarah! I have my bachelor degree in Natural Resource and Environmental Management from the University of Hawaii. I hope to one day work with kids as either an art teacher or a natural science teacher. I have a deep love and passion for both the environment and art, meaning my childcare style is to get the kids outside, playing games, running around and enjoying the day. And if the weather does not cooperate, getting creative with arts and crafts, coloring or teaching the kids to draw. I love to teach kids about the world around them, and see the excitement in their faces when they discover something new for themselves.

Growing up I had multiple small cousins that I would watch and play with, and into high school I began babysitting for friends and neighbors kids. I have multiple years of experience being a full time nanny for a family with two sets of twins, so I am accustomed to watching multiple children at once. 

I also am a divemaster and worked for the University’s diving safety program. I am very comfortable in and around the water and I am CPR and first aid certified. I am creative, energetic, and love to create special moments and memories with the children in my care.

I was raised in northern New Hampshire, in copious amounts of snow, close to the Canadian border, so I am appreciating the warmth and sun of my new home in Hawaii now.  Due to my love of all things creative and a natural talent for art, I graduated from PSU in New Hampshire, with a BA in Graphic Design and a minor in Art History. Right after September 11, 2001, when the Twin Towers were attacked, I relocated to sunny California and resided there for many years. This was where I truly started to find and pursue my passion for art. This was also when I truly began to embark on a full time career as a freelance artist.

From teaching art classes in elementary schools to many years of nannying and face painting at hundreds of parties, I have a lot of experience with kiddos and have found that helping families out is a great compliment to my creative lifestyle.  Plus I love kids. As far as titles go, I am a professional canvas painter, muralist, face painter, a children’s book illustrator, certified personal trainer and singer/songwriter. I am SUPER CREATIVE and I LOVE MUSIC so, if your little ones like the arts, they will love their time with me.  I play guitar and ukulele (not professionally) and love to make up songs off the cuff with words I encourage children to give me. I also enjoy hiking, yoga, dancing and spending as much time in nature as possible.

I am not a consumer of a lot of technology and I do not watch TV or play video games.  Although I have used them in the recent past, I prefer to stay away from things like social media sites as I find organic connections in real time much more satisfying, and enjoy doing “old fashioned” things like arts and crafts, picnics, drives to new places and creating songs and plays.

If there is anything else you would like to know, just ask. I want you to feel very comfortable knowing your precious ones are in good hands. I look forward to meeting you and your family and hopefully becoming a part of it.

Aloha parents, my name is Brittney. I am a fully vaccinated person and am currently working as a Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and a Certified Nurse’s Aid. I am certified in CPR and First Aid. I also have QBS and lifeguarding certification.

I’ve been around children my whole life. In addition to volunteer childcare work, I have 6 1/2 years experience working with children in a professional setting. I specialize in caring for severely behavioral/autistic children. I am the second to the oldest in a family of 8 children, so I have a lot of hands-on childcare experience helping my parents with my siblings. When I was in high school, my parents allowed me to babysit my younger siblings for extra cash while they ran errands or got a bite to eat.

I am born and raised on the island of Oahu. I love to cook/bake. I am an honest, hard-working person and I take a lot of pride in my time with children. Punctuality and reliability are very important to me. I am super kind and loving. I enjoy caring for people from newborn babies all the way up to the elderly adults.

Hi, I’m Sarah!

I’m in my thirties, a mother of two, and a psychology major at KCC. I’m currently working on my undergrad with the intention of transferring to UH. I want to focus on helping children with ADHD and other learning disorders, as well as their parents and educators, better understand their diagnosis, educational rights, and best practices to succeed in life. I currently work as a Registered Behavior Tech in behavioral support for children with autism and other intellectual disabilities. I love being able to make meaningful connections with kids and help them achieve their life goals.

Over the past 18 years, I have worked as a nanny for two different families, cared for my younger siblings, and babysat for friends, family and neighbors. I also grew up on a lake and worked as a lifeguard for two summers in high school, which has made me a very strong and confident swimmer. I’m very comfortable supervising water activities. My heart has a soft spot for kids of all ages, and I can make some pretty stellar animal noises and impressions. I love to sing, play ukulele, and find/create fun arts and crafts projects. We have been blessed to live in Hawaii and there are so many fun places to explore outdoors! Your trust is very important to me, and I understand that trusting someone with your children can be very difficult. My goal is to make you feel at ease leaving them in my care so you can focus on wherever life takes you while I am with them. I look forward to going above and beyond for you and your keiki!

Aloha! My name is Katherine, but I go by Kate, and most of the kids I have cared for in the past called me Auntie Katie. I am a student at the University of Hawai’i at Manoa where I play volleyball. I am majoring in Political science with intentions to attend Law School. My dreams are to become a Contractual lawyer for professional athletes, and to begin a non-profit organization that takes care of children with early onset diseases such as leukemia and pediatric heart conditions. I started babysitting when I was 12 years old with my own little company called Mommy’s Helper! Ever since then, I fell in love with spending time with babies and children. I’ve coached numerous children’s aged teams at the high school I graduated from, the volleyball club I belonged to from age 12, and I even had the opportunity to tutor kids that were a few grades younger than I was when I was a senior in high school. My favorite childhood memory is working in the nursery as a volunteer at my church, so I decided to make a career during my college years out of my love for kids. I was on a recreational swim team when I was young and love the water, including surfing and other water sports. I have played volleyball since I was 6 years old and have an active lifestyle, which includes lots of recreational sports such as beach volleyball, basketball and baseball. I’m as happy to be active with kids as I am to be staying in, cooking dinner and watching a movie! I am easygoing and happy to help with whatever activities are preferred.

Aloha My Friends:
My name is Kathryn Rose. I am an educator with the Department of Education (DOE), a coach, advocate, and servant to others. My credentials are Public Administration Justice, Minor in Political Science, Fashion Design, Business Entrepreneur, Special Education, Domestic Violence advocate and a child of the God. I spent over 25-years in weekly community service activities including homeless, seniors, youth programs and mission activities. I spent the first 18-years of life as an athlete. I then became a Fashion Designer, a buyer traveling from the north of Canada to southern California, and east to Asia and Australia (ultimately making the Hawaii Islands my home for 25-years), and owned 2 Wedding Stores. Of course, strong family values and raising 2 healthy Hawaiian born children changed everything. My goals became their education and rearing. I sacrificed career for family. My focus has been servicing community, families and church ever since. I teach the VALUE of FAMILY – “Heritage Kids.” The next generation is #1.

My daughter was Dyslexic and AD, so I returned to school for more education with 2000 hours in special needs which indeed changed my career to my current position which I love: HEALTH teacher for KMS, grade 6. I have been teaching 11-years from PreK to K12. I focus on Social Emotional Learning, Preventive programs, Self Esteem, Nutrition & Body Systems, good decision-making and setting goals for life. It is an amazing opportunity to give back the wealth of knowledge I have been given. Both of our children are healthy, responsible, college career oriented and financially independent of us.

Health is key. I walk or jog 6 miles on the #1 rated world beach of Kailua 4-6:00 am to catch sunrises and creation weekly. I grew up at the YMCA, attended brownies, girl scouts, 10-12 years of baseball, basketball, soccer, volleyball and was an All-Star hockey player for 11 years. I am still a YMCA gym member, where I play tennis, swim, and coach today. I sing in the choir and solo to your babies.

I service Military families retreat events bi-weekly, caring for the children of our veterans who protect our country; and I sit for Hawaii visitor families’ weekly, nights and weekends, so parents may enjoy date night & the precious Hawaii Islands, I love so much!

Families entrust me with their new-born to teens. I serve at your request and offer not only in-room sitting, but also nature and adventure hikes to all the free hot spots in Waikiki, pool lessons, ocean beach days, and just about anything with safety as a number one factor. I have all standard CPR, annual background checks, DOE health prevention standards, and checks done annually, including updated COVID-19 rules followed.

Parents, children and others have best described me as, “Amazing, can we take her home mom, best teacher ever, best nanny, fun, energetic, calm, patient, professional, responsible, kind, a saint, the best toys, and a miracle maker calming anxiety parents and or child separation issues into safe and professional care”. I will send you live pictures of your child’s day with ROSE to make sure you have peace of mind!

Upon your booking, I will immediately RSVP and confirm, as well as day before or of arrival date pending your time zone to make sure we are on the same page. I will send a small GIF-bio of me to exchange phone numbers, hotel information, child names, pictures, special requests, child allergies or any other concerns you may have.

Aloha! My name is Judy and I had the great good fortune to leave my hometown, New York City,
in 1978 to move to Honolulu. I am the mother of two Eurasian children who were very lucky to
have spent their magical childhoods in this sacred, beautiful place. Childhood is the foundation
on which a child’s social, emotional, wellness and spiritual lives are built. Caring for young
children along their journeys is a joy as well as a privilege. I take your child’s safety very
seriously and am extremely sensitive to their needs and feelings. I am CPR/AED certified and
adhere to all protocols to keep myself and your child safe during the pandemic.

I was one of 6 children who had to learn how to keep my younger siblings clean, safe, and
entertained by the time I was 8 years old. Our family attended Church services where I learned
core values: honesty, integrity, respect, charity. I believe it is my job to model those values for
children so that they may be prepared for the many responsibilities ahead.

My first job at the age of 14 years was at the New York Public Library. Being a book worm, it was
my teen dream job. The children’s librarian always requested me to be assigned to the
Children’s Room. She noticed the way I interacted with children. I found that I could interest
little ones in reading. In 1983 I began reading aloud in public schools throughout Honolulu. I
also write poetry. I designed workshops to teach Middle School students how to express their
feelings in rhyme.

In addition to being a literacy advocate, I am certified by the Institute for Multi-Sensory
Education to teach dyslexic children ages 5-8. I provide private tutorials to support struggling
readers. During the pandemic, I homeschooled two boys, ages 4 and 6 years old. Below is a brief
testimonial from their grandparents.

Aloha! My name is Nicole Pfeiffer. I am in my thirties, and I am originally from Long Island, New York. I have been living in Hawaii for five years and I currently live right outside of Waikiki. I have been babysitting since I was practically a kid myself, and I have worked with kids with Autism and other disabilities doing behavior therapy for eight years. I bring a wealth of knowledge in child behavior (Applied Behavior Analysis) and child development to my childcare. I am therefore comfortable working with children with a variety of disabilities. I currently nanny for three kids ages 1, 3, and 7, and I am looking for more babysitting opportunities to supplement my income. Right now I am working on a Masters in Social Work online through Western New Mexico University. My professional aspirations include becoming a parent coach (a life coach for parents!), developing my own parenting class curriculum, becoming a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practicing psychotherapy with adults. Outside of working with kids, I am a professional musician and I play around Oahu with my band, Trouble in Paradise. I sing and play ukulele. I enjoy all that nature has to offer and I am very passionate about Hawaii, its history, and its culture. I speak intermediate German and Spanish. I am an attentive and enthusiastic babysitter, and I love having fun! I call babysitting “mom practice” because all my life all I have truly wanted is to raise children, and I wish to foster/adopt at least four children in my lifetime. I hope to get to meet you and your family!

Hello families! My name is Nora. For the past 6 years I have worked full-time as a nanny, babysitter, and tutor for many different families all over the state of California. I graduated from Azusa Pacific University in May of 2020 with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology. I recently moved to Oahu and I hope to continue working with kids and families for as long as I can, and possibly enter into the field of education in the future. My Sociology studies really highlighted for me how important raising up good future generations is for society. This is something I am very passionate about. My childcare experience up to this point has included both short and long term positions with kids as young as newborns to young adults with special needs. Before moving to Oahu I worked as an on-call babysitter for an agency in Orange County, CA which allowed me to meet new families almost every week, and have many fun adventures with the children I cared for. I have also been paired with families long term in the past, one as long as 4 years! Some families I have been with now even consider me a part of their family, which is why I love my job so much! Being able to work this closely with children and watch them grow is a truly priceless experience.

My volunteer work includes working in classrooms as a teacher aide. I took 2 college courses that required me to work with groups of students in the 4th and 5th grade: helping with and grading assignments, creating and teaching lessons, and assisting with playground supervision. I also did an internship in high school where I worked on a ranch for adults and high school students that have autism. I assisted the students with assignments and helped lead the adults in their jobs caring for the ranch.

I am a very patient, extroverted person and I love working in this field because of the relationships I am able to build. I also love being around animals, as well as being active during my free time with activities such as swimming, surfing, yoga, and slack-lining. One of the things I absolutely love about working in childcare is getting to incorporate hobbies that my kids also love into my everyday work life, whether that’s playing the ukulele, swimming, making bracelets, painting, or doing other fun crafts! I look forward to meeting you 🙂

Hi! My name is Alicia Paige. I am 22 years old and grew up on the island of Oahu. I have a Bachelors of Science in Nursing from Grand Canyon University and I am BLS (CPR) certified through the American Heart Association. I love caring for children of all ages and finding things that may interest them such as music, art, hiking, going to the beach, etc. I have played soccer since I was nine and I go jogging regularly so I know I can keep up with energetic kids. I have a little sister who I grew up caring for and she was part of the reason I wanted to become a nurse caring for young children. I volunteered for my church in childcare and regularly watched kids during church services and Bible studies. I grew up with my mother speaking Japanese and even attended a Japanese school for a short period of time so I can understand and speak conversationally. Growing up in Hawaii, I learned to dance hula and I love going to the beach. I am often amazed at how quickly children can learn things and love to teach them as much as I can. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. I look forward to meeting you and your family!

Aloha! My name is Emi Nation. I was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada and moved to Hawaii in August of 2021. I am currently attending University of Hawaii at Mānoa and majoring in biology. I graduated high school in spring of 2021 with my Associates degree in Science. After I graduate in 2023, I hope to attend medical school to eventually become a fertility specialist. I love to travel, read, workout and go to the beach! I am the oldest of 4, so I have grown up around children my whole life. I absolutely loved watching the little ones grow up, and it feels so amazing to know I played a big part in their development. I have been professionally babysitting in my community for nearly 6 years, caring for children from the ages of 5 months to 12 years. I am CPR/ First Aid certified, and have a year of Lifeguarding experience. I love keeping children stimulated by going outside to play, creating new games and activities with our imagination, making arts and crafts, and so much more! I am very patient and soft spoken with children and encourage kindness when speaking to one another. I have volunteer experience at a children’s summer camp, which I loved being a part of! I am super enthusiastic about play and love to keep busy and stay active. I am open-minded to any activities kids like to get involved in, whether high-energy activities, or calmer activities such as board and card games. I look forward to meeting you and caring for your keiki 🙂

Aloha, my name is Juliane Dionne. I have a Bachelors of Science in Biology. I’m a medical assistant who’s starting medical school soon with the goal of becoming a pediatric provider. I love medical biology and health, and nothing brings me more joy than working with children! I have many years of childcare experience tutoring and nannying children aged newborn and up. I was a substitute teacher for middle school kids intermittently for six years. I’ve taught home school curriculums at a home school on the North Shore. My volunteer work includes childcare with infants at Living Stones Church and with ages 3-9 at my hometown church in Florida. I’m CPR/First Aid certified, and Personal Trainer certified. I’m also RBT certified (Registered Behavior Technician) in order to work with autistic children ages 2-7. My references confirm that I’m punctual, reliable, and professional. I care about the safety of your children, and I’m fully vaccinated. Looking forward to meeting you and your family!

Hi, my name is Renee Kinchla! I grew up in Massachusetts and moved to Honolulu after graduating from Cornell University. Currently, I work for the University of Hawaii in natural resource planning and environmental health and safety. I’m very familiar with Oahu’s unique landscape, plants, and geology and can legit answer the million questions some kids have about “what is this thing” or “where does sand come from” (sometimes it’s not what you expect!). When I was younger, I worked at a children’s library and summer program where I had to create original craft/entertainment for groups of kids (3 to 11). Now that I have reached “auntie” age I have been babysitting my friend’s and teammates’ kids so that they can have some nights to go out! I like to hang out with kids outdoors because it’s usually more interesting and fun! However, I have developed weird indoor craft skills like making enormous and elaborate cardboard Halloween costumes since my mom was an elementary art teacher. One of my favorite hobbies is roller skating, and I am also a confident open ocean swimmer/casual surfer who is knowledgeable about ocean conditions. My goal is always to have fun, and be safe doing it!

Aloha, my name is Lauren Frederick and I have a huge heart and love for life. I have been babysitting and nannying for children for nine years, so it comes like second nature to me. I am CPR and first aid certified, background checked and fingerprinted. I am also fully vaccinated. I have many hours of experience with newborns up to teenagers. I appreciate having the opportunity to contribute to each child and family I work with! My volunteer experience includes working at my church’s nursery for a year with the four year olds. I also volunteered throughout both middle school and high school with special needs children. During my seventh grade summer of middle school I volunteered and helped run a special needs summer camp. During high school I was a peer assistant in a special education class for a year along with tutoring a kindergartner who had mental and physical disabilities due to brain cancer.

I am new to Hawaii and am originally from Arizona. In Arizona I worked for a childcare company, nannied, and babysat for families. I completed two years of college and all of my nursing prerequisite courses at Grand Canyon University in Phoenix, Arizona. I am going to finish out my schooling at the University of Hawaii at Manoa in order to earn a Bachelor’s Science in Nursing degree. My passion is to help people heal so that they can accomplish their life’s purpose. I believe that life is way too short to not feel good and healthy. My goal is to become a pediatric nurse so that I can dedicate my life to helping kids become and stay healthy so that they can soak up every moment of “being kids.” I take every action I make to heart, and will be sure your children feel loved, heard, and nurtured as I care for them and manage your environment while you are away.

Aloha! My name is Jocelyn and I am a 3rd grade teacher here on Oahu. I am originally from Maui, but moved here in 2014 to attend the University of Hawaii at Manoa. I have a bachelor’s degree in Elementary & Early Childhood Education, and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction from PK-3rd grade. I have been babysitting/nannying since I was 16 years old and am CPR certified. Some of my hobbies include going to the beach, exercising/doing yoga, and playing with my dog 🙂

Hi there! My name is Bella Brown and I am currently attending Brigham Young University Hawaii on the North Shore of Oahu. I am coming up on my last semester where I will graduate with an Exercise Sports Science degree. With this, I have plans to attend Physical Therapy school to continue my love of caring for others. In short, I love being outside. Everything from hiking, to surfing, to playing games on the beach is my happy place. I played beach volleyball in college and love to teach anybody who is willing to learn. Ever since I was little I have always had an interest in caring for children. At the age of 12, I even created my own babysitting business! I have experience with 4-month-olds all the way up to 14-year-olds and everything else in between. I love every age because they all have something new to offer. I am comfortable and have experience watching up to four children at a time! When I am with little ones, my go-to is outside activities! I love to take walks, go to the park, play new games, and swim in the ocean if allowed. I am a strong swimmer and have been in the water and on swim teams ever since I was little. On a rainy day, I love to create new games, and complete arts and crafts. I am a very fun, patient, and outgoing person, and I really just want to help those around me. I’m excited to meet you and your family!

Aloha, my name is Abbygail. I moved here to Honolulu HI from Spokane WA last year to further my education in the study of marine biology at the University of Hawaii at Manoa. I have been a nanny for many families back on the mainland since I was 14 and always enjoy the time I get to spend with the kids I take care of. During my year here on Oahu I have researched and learned about the history and mythology of the island. I enjoy the natural beauty of Oahu. I’m an avid snorkeler and hiker and I am getting my scuba certification soon. Safe and informative outdoor activities are my forte, as I love to help encourage a curiosity of nature. During these activities I love to observe and document the diverse ecology of the island. I have played roller derby for the past 9 years of my life. I have experience teaching children as young as 4 to roller skate safely. I am also interested in the performing arts. I sang in choirs for 6 years and have the ability to teach singing skills and how to read and write sheet music. I am currently in the process of learning how to play the ukulele. I am learning how to speak Hawaiian and Spanish, and I can speak conversational French. I look forward to getting to know your family!

Hi! My name is Brenda and I am from Minnesota, USA.  After college, I moved to Hawaii as a governess with extensive experience as both live- in and live- out nanny and even travelling internationally! I love Hawaii and have made it my home. I am a mature, responsible, reliable and cheerful person! For many years, I have worked in pediatrics and have also gained experience in the medical field. I am an artist and a musician–singing and playing keyboard! Some of my hobbies include being in nature, swimming, hiking, canoeing and sightseeing. I have extensive experience as both live- in and live- out nanny. I simply love children and enjoy caring for them!

Aloha kākou! My name is Heather Kāne-Mahiʻai. Please allow me to share a brief description about myself and my values.

In my culture, ʻohana (family) traditionally includes our immediate family and extends further into our surrounding community. Therefore, it has always been a personal value to care for my community, including its members and its visitors. From youth, I have been committed to caring for everyone, especially our keiki (children). I wholeheartedly believe our keiki our the furture. For this reason, nurturning healthy children within a healthy community is my passion.

Above all, I am family-oriented. I grew up in a fairly large family. I am amongst the oldest of eleven children (specifically, the third-born). So, I have been around children most of my life. At an early age, I learned the common basics of child rearing (i.e. feeding, diapering, soothing, etc.). By sixteen, I was entrusted the responsibility of caring for family members’ and neighbors’ children independently (including infants and toddlers). In high school, I volunteered as a tutor at a Native Hawaiian charter school for about a year. As a tutor, I supervised 5-8 students (ranging from PreK-5th grade) and assisted them with math and reading homework. After high school, I pursued a degree in Creative Writing with the aspiration of building a creative arts center for children and families in my hometown. And in recent years, I have been working in Human/Social Services. For about four years, I worked as a Family Support Worker and Child Development Specialist. I worked closely with children. In these roles, I provided parenting education and facilitated developmentally appropriate parent-child activities to help nurture positive parent-child interactions and strengthen families. Today, I am a graduate student at Chaminade University of Honolulu pursuing my Masters’ in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy. After completing my program, I intend to continue my work with children and families because ultimately, constructing a safe haven for children still remains my definitive goal. While on my current academic journey, I am learning and growing in every environment. So, I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to work with your children. Please know that safety is also my primary concern. So, I will ensure your keiki are provided a safe and trusting environment.

Aloha kakou! My name is Nalani, I’m in my early 30’s, and I was born and raised here on the island of Oahu. In 2018 I earned my B.A. degree in psychology and in 2020 I completed the national emergency medical response course to become an EMT, so I am comfortable and confident in emergency situations. I also decided to continue my education by studying STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) with online classes. I currently work as a behavioral specialist for children with autism in schools as well as homes. Currently I am working in a preschool but have worked with children from ages 3 all the way to 19.  

   Coming from a big family, childcare has been a natural part of my life. From the age of 12 I have been babysitting my nieces, nephews, cousins, hanai family, friends, and neighbors. It has been such a joy to watch them grow, learn, and create lasting memories together! In my free time I love to enjoy nature. From the mountains to the ocean, there is always something fun to do! I would love to show you my 10 minute waterfall hike! Or maybe planting kalo (taro) at my cousin’s farm. Then there is the ocean! Growing up, we were always at the beach; surfing, snorkeling, fishing, diving, and more. As an adult, at least twice a week I swim with friends and family to flat island in Kailua. I would love to share these experiences with your family as well.

Aloha! My name is Kristen. I work with children because I love their energy/heart. They’re so free and curious about what the world has to offer. I too enjoy exploring the world and all its many opportunities for adventure. The mutual desire keiki and I share of living life to the fullest is what tends to invite children into feeling comfortable with me. I love being a mentor to keiki and leading as an example that you can be anything you want as long as you work hard and believe in yourself. Not only am I a nanny, but I’m a teacher as well! I worked at the Montessori school of Maui as the lead after-school teacher for two years. I also created and lead curriculum that taught children ages 3-6 about social skills and self expression through art. I loved every second of it. Since moving from Maui to Oahu, I currently work at a Preschool alongside another teacher, preparing 4-5 year olds for Kindergarten! When nannying, one of my favorite activities to do with kids is taking them to the beach. I grew up on Maui so I learned how to swim at a young age. I had swimming lessons, yet playing at the beach every week has been my main teacher at learning how to be confident in the water. I can dive, tread water, and swim in strong currents very well. If your child LOVES water, art or fort building I’m definitely the nanny for you! Movie nights, hide-n-go seek and nerf gun fights have been my specialty as well, so whatever they’re into, we’ll have fun! I’ve nannied professionally for 6 years, going on 7. As a young teen, I started volunteering in church to help with the various children’s ministry classes (helping keiki ages 2-8). Once I became of age, I started nannying professionally and have loved it since the start! I’m currently working on my CDA credential and enrolling in courses to continue educating myself on child care— you can never learn too much!

Aloha! My name is Kamaile and I am in my twenties. I recently graduated with my Bachelors of  Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. Once I start working my full time nursing job I want to do Pediatric nursing. I was born on the island of Kauai and have also lived in Arizona for 7 years. I have been living on Oahu for about 10 years now. I am a mix of Hawaiian, Tahitian, Portuguese, Filipino, Spanish, Scottish, French, Irish, German, and Chinese. I come from a big family with a total number of 14 siblings that include my half, step, and full siblings. I play a huge role in helping to raise my younger siblings and nieces and nephews. I love being that person to offer them love, guidance, and support. I have always enjoyed spending time with children and helping to foster their growth and development. Over my many years of babysitting, people would describe me as an easy going, enthusiastic, optimistic, trustworthy, and responsible adult. While babysitting I like to encourage children to safely explore their environments, while also creating a nurturing and uplifting space. In my free time I enjoy surfing, hiking, and hanging with friends and family. During my high school years I was on the sailing team and I also got my scuba license during that time as well. I’m very passionate about exploring the natural beauty of this earth and spending time outdoors. I’m looking forward to meeting your family and can’t wait for the experiences we will share together! Mahalo!

Hello! I am Ella. I have been babysitting and nannying for 10 years. I started when I was 15 babysitting for my younger sister. After that I worked locally in my town with families and with my local dance school and babysat a full range of children of all ages. I absolutely adore children and believe they are the best thing on this earth. I will be finishing my graduate degree in Acupuncture and Chinese medicine with a focus in family practice. My goal is to treat whole families including children because acupuncture, Chinese medicine and massage therapy are all very beneficial to children but often overlooked. Helping children by relieving any physical or mental pain they have is my goal in life. I look forward to meeting you and caring for your precious children!

Hi everyone! I’m Maddie! I’m in my twenties and I recently graduated from Georgetown University with a B.S. in Human Science and a minor in Psychology. I began babysitting for families in Washington, D.C. in 2019 and since then have made many great relationships with families. Unfortunately, moving to Hawaii meant saying goodbye to them but I am so excited to be here! I was born and raised in Massachusetts and moved to Hawaii only a few weeks ago- I already love it here! I have watched children of all ages (4 months- 14 years old) and have cared for up to 4 children at once. During my time babysitting I love playing sports, doing arts and crafts, cooking/baking and other fun activities with the kids. Most of the time I leave it to their imagination to help plan out what activities we should get involved with. This past summer I worked as a Behavioral Specialist at a school specifically designed for kids with intellectual and developmental disabilities with ages ranging from 10-18 years old. I absolutely loved my job and all the relationships I built with the kids. It made me realize that I want to pursue a career in clinical or school psychology with a specific focus on children! Kids have so much joy and love to offer which is why I love working with them. Their imagination and excitement for the world is incomparable. While I’m in Hawaii I’m volunteering for the RYSE Youth Homeless Shelter as a research assistant. I’m thrilled to see what O’ahu has to offer for me and I cannot wait to meet you all! I look forward to making lasting memories with your kids during their time in Hawaii!

Aloha! My name is Michelle McKinney and I am in my forties. I live in Waikiki and find it very convenient to be so close to the hotels for childcare. I am originally from Seattle, Washington but I came to Hawaii for college and it stole my heart. I have always had a love and passion for children and I recently decided to make childcare my full time job. I have babysat since I was 15 years old and worked as a camp counselor for 3 years. I also have been volunteering with Sunday school at my church for the last 5+ years. I have been promoted to lead Aloha Sitters group childcare events where I direct activities, supervise sitters, and create a loving, stimulating, and organized environment for the kids in our care. As a Lead I take charge of events with anywhere from 2-30 children in my care, as well as my team of Support Sitters. I handle the supplies and paperwork,  and follow an educational curriculum keeping the children engaged & entertained for the 1-3 day events. I am comfortable with kids of all ages. I take the responsibility of childcare and safety very seriously and understand the responsibility bestowed upon me. I am patient, loving, responsible and reliable. I look forward to working with you!

Aloha! My name is Stella Gefrom and I am currently a student at Brigham Young University-Hawaii. I plan on earning my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, and I currently have a Certified Nursing Assistant license and have been working as a CNA at an assisted living facility for the past year. I have been babysitting and nannying all ages of kids since I was 13, and when I become a registered nurse, I hope to work in the PICU or the NICU caring for children. I have experience working with special needs children at a school for autistic kids. I also dance, play piano, crochet, cook, and bake. I grew up in San Diego, California, so I am very comfortable around the ocean, and I have lots of experience with water safety. I would love to watch your little ones and I am very excited to meet your family! Mahalo!

Aloha nui loa!
My name is RobinLang, born in Hollywood, raised in California most my life. After multiple trips to the Hawaiian islands, I gladly settled here.
I attended Glendale College and the University of Salzburg in language studies. Later I worked as a Para Educator Professional for twelve years in the Special Ed department K-12 grades and obtained certifications in The Autism Spectrum, No Child Left Behind, Behavioral Strategies, and State of Hawaii Caretaking. For thirteen years I studied voice and have sung live locally. I’m a people person, love kids and painting where my work has been featured in Fine Arts America. Currently I’m employed as a substitute teacher in private schools in Honolulu Pre-K through 6th grade. I love Hawaiian culture, history and the people. I’ve recently become a Tutu = grandma in Hawaiian. Living in Waikiki is perfect where public transportation is readily available and I stay in shape with lots of walking. This is “home”.

Hello, my name is Gina Sourelos and I hold a dual master degree in special education and general education. I am currently a special education teacher at an elementary school in Kapolei. I have over 6 years of experience, working with students of all ages and abilities. Alongside being a teacher, I have professionally tutored, as well as provided childcare services. I have experience taking care of children as young as 6 months old and as old as 8th grade. Along with being a professional, I am an older sister of 3 siblings. I understand how important it is to provide a safe and loving environment. Although I am a full time educator, I also babysit weekly as well as volunteer on a regular basis. My most special volunteering experience is with the Special Olympics. Helping students learn, grow and enjoy the little things in life is a passion of mine. As a resident of Hawaii, I love being around water and enjoying the outdoors. I grew up on a swim team and enjoy swimming for fun on a weekly basis. I love being in the sunshine, playing games and going on hikes! I am a very energetic and patient person. That being said, I can easily go with the flow and adjust to ensure each child is having a fun time! Since I have only resided in Hawaii for 2 years, I find myself in awe of the natural beauty and wanting to explore! I look forward to making unforgettable memories with you and your loved ones!

Aloha fam! My name is Stacia (pronounced stay-sha) and I’m blessed to be born and raised here on Oahu, on the sunny side of Kapolei. Growing up in a large ohana, I naturally became family oriented and felt that each child I had the opportunity to babysit, watch grow, and spend quality time with became my adopted ohana. I started babysitting back in my teenage years, helping out neighbors and family friends seeking quality childcare. This caretaking passion led me to become a Sunday school teacher for my church and a youth leader. I possess 5+ years of working with children and primarily worked with ages 6 months to 17+ and I absolutely adore it. I believe we are truly lifelong learners and I encourage the keikis to pursue the desires of their hearts! I am a licensed massage therapist and naturally enjoy being a healthcare provider. My current education adventure is pursuing a Master’s of Marketing Management at UH Manoa- Shidler University. I love working with the keikis because they remind me to never stop dreaming nor lose my imagination. I hope to meet you soon ☺️. E Malama Pono
“Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited, whereas imagination embraces the entire world, stimulating progress, giving birth to evolution”. -Albert Einstein

Hello Hello! My name is Jade Dennis. I am a recent college graduate from the University at Buffalo (SUNY). I am planning to pursue my masters in Speech Language Pathology at Emerson College. Since graduation, I worked extensively to get a “real life” understanding of the field. My goal is to help others by promoting communication. My childcare experience includes working for various families; I have been babysitting full time post graduation. Responsibilities include feeding, cleaning, and educational learning. I use arts and crafts for educational teaching. I believe in laughter, patience and active moving. In college, I ran track and field. I partook in events such as Girls on the Run where I volunteered by setting up equipment and timing athletes for a 5K distance. This run for girls ages 3-8 is aimed to empower girls past the inequalities that present themselves. Additionally I’ve been a part of “Day in the Life of A Student Athlete” where I voluntarily mentored inner city children on the opportunities in continuing education.

As much as I love art, I love people. Working as a teacher, nanny, and camp counselor, I always find joy in conversations with people. I am very enthusiastic about meeting new people and making new connections. Painting full time the past 4.5 years, I am confident my work ethic is one of my strongest attributes and I know the importance of a solid routine, always looking for more time to paint. Living in a smaller city like Duluth has taught me the importance of being an active member in my community. I have been working with kids for 17+ years. Four of those more recent I was a live-in nanny for a family in DC and a family in Oahu (both included full time new born experience). I worked as a summer camp counselor for a residential YMCA camp (ages 7-17 ) for 6 summers in Okoboji, Iowa. I have water, lifeguard and CPR experience and knowledge. Being in art school for almost 10 years allowed me to spend lots of summers with kids, including car pool nannying where I was in charge of several kids (for multiple families) called “Camp Cam.” I taught English in Italy at an Italian elementary school for 6 months (while attending art classes) and spent several years at the Great Lakes Academy of Fine Art teaching kids courses and drawing camps on weekends. I am currently a full time professional oil painter at a gallery in Waikiki and look forward to babysitting assignments when I can! I love meeting kids from all over the world and I always have an open mind, big imagination, creative games and art supplies!!!!