Marlene M.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 4 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Palmdale, CA 93550
Meet Marlene
- Speaks English
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hello! I'm Marlene Mainella. I'm a mixed Latina living in Southern California. I hold four associate's degrees in pubic health science, psychology, liberal arts & sciences, and for the completion of my general education. Currently, I'm working on a double bachelor's program in psychology and public health. I hold current certifications in CA food handling and CA mandated reporting. I am renewing my certification for infant/adult first aid/CPR with an AED to keep up-to-date in life-saving techniques. I first became certified about nine years ago. I'm an experienced infant, toddler, and school-age teacher, and I have nannied for preschool and pre-k aged children. I've enjoyed my time as a child development specialist for new families. It's fulfilling work to help children reach their milestones and set families up for success. Fostering a community for families helps parents and children thrive alike. I’m knowledgeable of nutritional needs at various stages of Read more development and other considerations, including dietary restrictions for cultural and medical reasons. I’m always happy to learn more and welcome your input. I am comfortable housekeeping routinely and for deep cleaning. Pets are a delightful part of many families and I’m very comfortable with companion animals. Of course, my primary caregiving duties relate to the children in my care. I practice the RIE Philosophy and follow the 10 Principles of Caregiving, as presented by Emmi Pikler and Magda Gerber. Truly, I have a portfolio of valuable insights into child development which I am always happy to share. Healthy communication is an important aspect of caregiving. I typically meet with potential clients pre-hire to evaluate the goodness-of-fit in addition to discussing responsibilities, scheduling, and pay.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 11/20/2023
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 09/16/2022
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 09/20/2022
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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
Babysitter
- Generally available mornings, afternoons, evenings 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
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/5/25
- Willing to consider either a part time or full time position
- Seeking Summer Position, Short-term (1 to 3 months), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years) employment
- Start date is flexible
- My availability is valid through 7/5/25
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$18-$25/hr for the first child, $10 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- 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
PHS, psychology, lib arts & behavaioral sciences, IGETC; (BA/BA IP)
Graduated College of the Canyons 2022
References
- Co-worker Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Potty Training
- Travel with Family
- Willing to run errands as needed
- Willing to drive children to events, school, appointments, or carpooling
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Homework expand
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
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