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Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny

  • 10 years paid experience
  • Babysitter in Independence, MO 64055
  • 5 miles, will travel 20 mi

Meet Melia

  • Speaks Sign Language
  • Comfortable with pets
  • Has a car

Hi! My name is Melia! First and foremost, I want to thank you for considering me to take care of your little ones! I know finding quality care for your children is important, and they deserve to be cared for well. I promise to do all I can to do just that. I have over 8 years of combined experience caring for children of all ages. Previously, I was a Personal Care Assistant for 4 years to a young girl who has special needs due to a rare disorder called Rubinstein Taybi Syndrome. She is nonverbal, uses a feeding tube, and has many cognitive and physical disabilities. I greatly value the unique position of caring for her and the experience I gained during that time. While in college, I was a nanny for 2 elementary aged girls. I picked them up from school, helped with homework, meal prepped, as well Read more as a variety of other activities. Additionally, I have been a nanny for a family with a 15 month old and a 4 year old. I was responsible for daily care, feeding the children, entertaining them, getting them down for naps, and establishing a routine. I firmly believe in establishing consistent, respectful boundaries and routines with the children I care for. I believe consistency and positive reinforcement provide a safe and structured learning environment for children. I strive to have open communication with the parents I work for and appreciate the same from them. I studied Sign Language Interpreting at Johnson County Community College and have an Associates of Arts degree from Metropolitan Community College. I am proficient in American Sign Language, maintain CPR certification, have a clean driving record, and have many references upon request. In the personal realm, I am married and have 2 active nephews, ages 3 and 6 years old. I love reading with them, taking walks, going to the zoo, playing at parks, and all the goofy interactions that come with two wonderful boys. I enjoy being active and sharing my love of the outdoors with kids. I truly enjoy watching children grow and become their own little person through everyday activities. I enjoy seeing their little brains develop with simple everyday interactions and realizations. Thank you again for your consideration and I look forward to the opportunity to care for your family. :) Melia

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Availability

Babysitter

  • Generally available mornings and afternoons
  • Daytime care availability during summer months
  • Before and after school care availability

Nanny

  • Willing to consider a part time position
  • Seeking Short-term (1 to 3 months), Permanent (1 to 2 years), Temporary (4 to 12 months), Summer Position, Permanent (2 or more years) employment
  • Start date is flexible
  • My availability is valid through 12/31/21

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Experience

Willing to care for 3 children per sitting

$15-$25/hr for the first child, $1 for each additional child

  • Infants (age 0-11 months) expand

    • 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+)
  • Special needs expand

    • Cognitive Disabilities
    • Physical Disabilities
    • Medical/Special Healthcare Needs
    • Delayed Speech
    • Learning Disabilities
    • Administering Medication
    • Assistance With Transportation
    • Bathing
    • Dressing Assistance
    • Feeding Assistance
    • Feeding Tube
    • Grooming and Hygiene
    • Sign Language
    • Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)

Education

Sign Language Interpreting

Graduated 2014

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
  • Homework expand

    • Finishing homework
    • Checking answers
    • Studying for a test
    • Proofreading
    • Basic math
    • Pre-algebra
    • Elementary science
    • Earth science
    • Science
    • English
    • Essay writing
    • Social studies

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