Melissa S.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 5 years paid experience
- Babysitter in York New Salem, PA 17371
Meet Melissa
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
I am writing to express my interest in the nanny position you are offering. With a long-standing passion for childcare and a wealth of experience both as a mother and a professional nanny, I am confident in my ability to provide a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for your little one. As a mother of three children, I understand the importance of creating a balanced and caring environment that fosters growth, safety, and joy. My early experience as a nanny from 1995 to 2000 allowed me to develop a deep commitment to caring for children, which I carried into my own parenting journey. I cared for triplets, children with special needs and infants. Over the years, I have honed my skills in providing attentive care, developing playful and educational activities, and ensuring children’s safety and well-being at all times. I am comfortable with the responsibilities of feeding, diaper changing, and Read more putting your child to sleep, all of which I have done for many years. I truly believe in the importance of creating an environment that allows children to feel secure and loved while also encouraging their development through play and interaction. Additionally, I am more than happy to assist with your family’s pet, as I am comfortable around pets, and I have my own car, so transportation will not be a problem. Your child’s safety and care are my top priorities, and I am dedicated to providing them with the same level of attention and love I have given to my own children. I would be honored to contribute to your family's well-being and look forward to the opportunity to meet and discuss how I can support your child’s growth and happiness. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to connect soon. Warm regards, Melissa
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Basic Criminal
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Motor Vehicle Records
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First aid certification
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CPR certification
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Availability
- Generally available mornings and afternoons
- Daytime care availability during summer months
- Before and after school care availability
Experience
Willing to care for 3 children per sitting
$20-$30/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
- Mother's helper
- 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
- Alzheimer's
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Cancer
- Cerebral Palsy
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Delayed Speech
- Developmental Language Disorder
- Diabetes
- Dyslexia
- Epilepsy
- Hearing Loss
- Heart Defects
- Hydrocephaly
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Learning Disabilities
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Muscular Dystrophy
- Premature Newborn
- Seizures
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Visual Impairment
- Administering Medication
- Bathing
- Bed Baths
- Bladder and Bowel Assistance
- Blood Glucose Testing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Feeding Tube
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Injection Assistance
- Insulin Injections
- Lifting and Transferring
- Mobility Assistance
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Repositioning
- Respiratory Care
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Arizona State University
References
- Friend Join to contact reference
- Family Join to contact reference
Additional services
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Light Housekeeping
- Swimming Supervision
- Crafts
- 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
- Social studies