Melissa T.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 12 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Ventura, CA 93001
Meet Melissa
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
- LiveScan fingerprint and background check filed with State of California - CPR/First Aid certified -Flexible, Last minute OK, Hotel room sitting -Over 10 years of professional childcare experience -References as a long-term nanny I pride myself on creating a fun and enriching environment for children of all ages, through stimulating activities while prioritizing safe and supportive spaces. I engage, no matter your child's age, by particpating in outdoor play, crafting projects, make believe or tummy time, for example. I am not your average sitter. With a bachelor’s in behavioral and social sciences, Advanced Childcare Training with the Red Cross and background as a Certified Montessori Nanny, I am skilled in tailoring activities to your child's needs and following their lead as an active participant. Their partner in crime with boundaries, so to speak. I have also studied Art Therapy for Children and Effective Communication with Young Children. I am Read more also a great resource for tutoring. My cheerful personality, inexhaustible amount of patience and dedication to building strong relationships with children make me an excellent choice as your go-to sitter. I will always come prepared with age-appropriate activities and mindset, ready to participate and have an engaging experience with your child. 🌸🐝
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Never run.
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Basic Criminal
Completed 01/22/2025. Contact the caregiver directly to see the report.
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Motor Vehicle Records
Never run.
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First aid certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
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CPR certification
Certification is self-reported and not verified. Verify directly with the sitter.
Availability
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings, late nights and weekends
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$27-$32/hr for the first child, $5 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Assist with setting a routine
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- Toddlers (age 1-3)
- Preschooler (age 4-5)
- Grade School (age 6-11)
- Pre-teen/ Teenage age (12+)
Education
Child Development & Psychology
California State University - Northridge
References
- Former Employer Join to contact reference
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Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- 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
- English
- Essay writing
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