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Melissa R.
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Newark, NJ 07102

from $26 per hour

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About Melissa

Experience: 3 yrs

COVID-19 vaccinated

An easy-going and positive Colombian-born childcare professional with a passion for creating a nurturing environment. I began my journey volunteering at kindergartens and engaging in social work with children during college continued to offer exceptional care as a nanny. Enthusiastic about the outdoors, art, and music, integrating these passions into childcare practices. January 2023-present. Full time nanny for A (18 months) and E (4 months). My responsibilities include entertaining them, preparing meals, taking them for walks, managing bath routine and house help too. January 2022-present Occasional weekend babysitting for S (2 months old). January 2021-January 2023 I took care of M (16 months) and E (5 years). My responsibilities included entertaining them, preparing meals, occasionally driving them to activities, managing bath routine and occasionally providing overnight care when needed.

Reviews

5.0
based on 1 review
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Katie N.

Reviewed on 3/29/2023

Melissa watched our two boys, 4 years and 2 months old. She engaged with our toddler well and he's not always a fan of strangers. She asked good questions and seemed knowledgeable about infant care! The boys were happy and well taken care of. They cannot wait until she comes back, neither can we!

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Willing to care for up to 3 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$26/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$27/hr

2 children

$30/hr

3 children

$33/hr

Can help with

Child care

Companion care

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Packing/moving

Swimming supervision

Transportation

Qualifications

Education

Graduate degree

Languages

English

Spanish

Professional skills

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Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker

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mon

7:00 AM–9:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:30 AM

tue

7:00 AM–9:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:30 AM

wed

7:00 AM–9:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:30 AM

thu

7:00 AM–9:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:30 AM

fri

7:00 AM–9:00 AM, 6:30 PM–9:30 AM

sat

7:00 AM–12:00 AM

sun

7:00 AM–12:00 AM

Safety

CareCheck

Completed

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