Mercedez D.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 4 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Highland, CA 92346
Meet Mercedez
- Early Childhood Special Education Certification
- Occupational Therapist
- Physical Therapist
- Special Education Certification
- Speech Therapist
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! I’m Mercedez, a dedicated and compassionate caregiver with over three years of experience as a Child Development Specialist. I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and I’m currently a doctoral student specializing in Clinical Psychology. Additionally, I am a registered psychotherapist through the Board of Behavioral Sciences working with Riverside County, Department of Behavioral Health, bringing a unique understanding of children’s developmental and emotional needs. Working with children is one of my greatest passions. As someone who has spent years supporting children’s growth, I find immense joy in creating nurturing and safe environments where kids can thrive emotionally and intellectually. My experience working with infants and young children has given me a deep appreciation for the developmental milestones they reach, and I understand how to tailor care to meet each child’s individual needs. What makes me excel in this role is my ability to combine my Read more academic knowledge with hands-on experience. I have a strong foundation in developmental psychology, which allows me to approach caregiving with patience, empathy, and understanding. Whether engaging in play, helping with schoolwork, or providing emotional support, I am dedicated to fostering positive experiences for the children in my care. I am also passionate about advocating for underserved and marginalized populations, which informs my holistic approach to caregiving. My background in mental health counseling ensures that I can handle even the most challenging situations with calmness and professionalism. If you’re looking for a reliable and caring babysitter or nanny who understands the importance of both mental and emotional well-being, I’d love to connect and see how I can support your family. ❤️
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
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Basic Criminal
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
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CPR certification
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Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings and late nights
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 12/5/24
- Willing to consider a full time position
- Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 12/5/24
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$35-$60/hr
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Infants (age 0-11 months)
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
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Special needs expand
- Cognitive Disabilities
- Physical Disabilities
- Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
- Social/Emotional
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cancer
- Cerebral Palsy
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Down Syndrome
- Dwarfism
- Dyslexia
- Epilepsy
- Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Defects
- Hydrocephaly
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Mobility Challenges
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Pervasive Development Disorder
- Premature Newborn
- Seizures
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Sign Language
Education
Clinical Mental Health Counseling & Clinical Psychology
Graduated University of Redlands 2024
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Pre-algebra
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies
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