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Sumaiyah T., 40

📍 Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, Western Cape

ID VerifiedReferences Checked🎓 Matric Verified🚗 Verified Driver⚕️ First Aid Verified
full-time10+ yrs exp.Available Now

About

Work Experience

I have extensive childcare experience as an au pair, nanny, tutor and educational facilitator in South Africa, the USA, Belgium and the Netherlands, caring for children of all ages and abilities.

Personality & Values

I am compassionate, patient, reliable and organised. I value honesty, respect, kindness and inclusion, and I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing environment where children feel supported, value

What Makes Me a Great Au Pair

My experience, patience and genuine love for children set me apart. I build trusting relationships, encourage learning through play, maintain routines and always prioritise each child’s safety.

Childcare Skills

Homework HelpReading & LiteracyPlay-Based LearningMontessoriGentle ParentingPositive DisciplineLanguage-Rich CareCreative PlayInfant CareAfter-School CareMusic & MovementArts & CraftsEducational ActivitiesCalm PresenceSensory PlayOutdoor PlayRoutine-FocusedEmotionally Attuned

Qualifications

Driver's License
Own Car
First Aid Qualified
Special Needs Experience
Police Clearance
Reference Check
Child Safety Training
Background Screened

Driving & Vehicle

Verified Driver

Own vehicleYes
Roadworthy certificateYes
ISOFIX fittedYes

First Aid

✓ First Aid Verified

Valid untilAugust 2028

When & Where I Can Work

Willing to live-in
Willing to live-out
Willing to relocate
Evening Babysitting
Domestic Travel
International Travel

Available From

26 July 2026

Preferences & Attributes

Non-smoker
Comfortable with Pets

Languages

EnglishAfrikaans

Verified Reviews

AuPairly Verified ✓

Tonya

Previous Employer

★★★★★Verified

Sumaiyah worked as an au pair for the family for approximately one year, from October 2006 to October 2007. She cared for their two sons and provided individualized support to one of the children who required additional support, demonstrating patience, consistency and an understanding of his routines and needs. Tonya described Sumaiyah as exceptionally dependable, conscientious, trustworthy and committed. She praised her ability to engage with the children, communicate well, provide structured and creative activities, and respond appropriately to their individual needs. She also noted that Sumaiyah was trusted with the family vehicle and credit card and consistently went above expectations. Reliability: 10/10 Childcare Competence: 10/10 Would Recommend: Yes — without reservation

Danielle

Previous Employer

★★★★★Verified

Danielle confirms that Sumaiyah cared for her baby from January 2025 to December 2025 and has continued to assist the family on an ad hoc basis during 2026, primarily with weekend babysitting. She describes Sumaiyah as caring, attentive, patient and responsible. Danielle was always comfortable leaving her baby in Sumaiyah’s care and found her to be attentive to the child’s individual needs. Danielle confidently recommends Sumaiyah as an au pair and considers her a reliable and caring childcare provider. Reliability: 10/10 Childcare Competence: 10/10 Would Recommend: Yes, definitely

Tracy

Previous Employer

★★★★★Verified

Tracy confirmed that Sumaiyah worked for her family and cared for her three children, who are now 19, 10 and 11. She described Sumaiyah as exceptionally reliable, accommodating, empathetic and attentive to the children’s individual needs. Tracy said Sumaiyah supported the children in every aspect, including as a teacher, providing emotional support during bullying, and acting as an older-sister figure. She praised her genuine love and dedication to the children, noting that she consistently went above expectations and was someone the family could rely on through different life changes. Tracy described Sumaiyah as a “gem” and strongly recommended her to prospective families. Reliability: 10/10 | Childcare Competence: 100/10 | Would Recommend: Yes — 1000 times yes

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