Maria W.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 20 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Palmdale, CA 93551
Meet Maria
- Speaks Sign Language and Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Experienced Mother and Nanny Available for Childcare, Tutoring, Swim Lessons, Housekeeping etc. Are you in need of a reliable and experienced childcare provider who understands the demands of parenting firsthand? Look no further! With over 25 years of experience as a nanny, tutor, and most importantly, a mother of two wonderful boys aged 5 and 9, I am well-equipped to provide exceptional care and support to your family. I do have a regular full-time job during the day. I am able to assist with after-school and weekends. Here's what I bring to the table: • Extensive Experience: With more than two decades of experience in childcare, I have honed my skills in nurturing and guiding children of all ages. • Passionate Teaching: I have a BA in Psychology and I have genuine passion for teaching and have successfully tutored my own children in various subjects. Whether it's homework help or Read more additional enrichment, I am committed to supporting your child's academic growth. • Active Lifestyle: As an active individual, I enjoy engaging children in outdoor activities, sports, and creative endeavors to promote physical and cognitive development. • Additional Skills: Beyond childcare and tutoring, I have experience teaching swim lessons and coaching baseball, further showcasing my versatility and dedication to fostering well-rounded development in children. • Parental Empathy: Having navigated the joys and challenges of parenthood myself, I understand the importance of trust and communication between caregivers and parents. You can count on me to provide the same level of care and attention to your little ones as I do to my own children. Whether you need an occasional date night sitter, regular childcare assistance, or tutoring support, I am here to help lighten your load and provide peace of mind. Let me support your family so you can take some well-deserved time for yourself or focus on other priorities. Don't hesitate to reach out to discuss how I can tailor my services to meet your family's unique needs. I look forward to the opportunity to work with you and your children.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 07/11/2024
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Not reported
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CPR certification
Not reported
Availability
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Nanny
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- My availability is valid through 2/26/11
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- My availability is valid through 2/26/11
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$15-$20/hr for the first child, $2 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Occasional care
- 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
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Diabetes
- Hearing Loss
- Learning Disabilities
- Mental Illness
- Seizures
- Visual Impairment
- Administering Medication
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Assistance With Transportation
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Insulin Injections
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Recreational Music or Art Therapy
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Psychology
Graduated Cal State University Northridge
References
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- 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
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies
- Sign Language
- Spanish
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