Melissa G.
Looking for work as a babysitter or nanny
- 13 years paid experience
- Babysitter in Linden, NJ 07036
Meet Melissa
- Speaks Portuguese and Spanish
- Comfortable with pets
- Has a car
Hi, I’m Mel! For the start of the school year, I’m looking to work 1-2x a week alongside my current part time which runs from 3-6pm tues, thurs, fri. Will clear out any one of my work days to work for you. Open to positions within 7 miles of Linden. I’m 29, CPR/First Aid certified, and have over 13 years of experience in babysitting and nannying. My experience includes caring for infants, working as a mother’s helper, caring for multiple children (in daycares as well), twins, and I’m experienced with autistic children. My specialty is my ability to connect with and relate to every child, almost instantly and making them feel right at home. I’m very comfortable with energetic kids and enjoy creating a fun, engaging environment through activities like arts and crafts, reading, and creative play. I pride myself in being reliable, punctual, attentive, and making both children and Read more guardians feel supported and at ease. My rate starts at $24/hour and increases by $1 for each additional child. I offer paid trial days at $23/hour. References are available upon request. I’m available for video, phone, or in-person interviews. Looking forward to connecting!
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 07/26/2026
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Basic Criminal
Expired on 05/02/2024
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Motor Vehicle Records
Expired on 08/17/2021
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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, late nights and weekends
- 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 1/31/25
- 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 1/31/25
Mabel B.
12/23/2023
Mel has worked with my now 3 year old for a few months. My daughter suffers from separation anxiety and Mel did a terrific job with making her feel more comfortable. I highly recommend Mel and will definitely call her again down the line if I need her help.
Erin Z.
12/9/2023
Mel has taken care of our twin girls for about two years (from 2 y/o to 4 y/o). She is kind, patient and creative. Our girls love spending time with her. She incorporates art and learning in their play. She's reliable and responsible. We would highly recommend her.
Experience
Willing to care for 4+ children per sitting
$24-$50/hr for the first child, $1 for each additional child
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Infants (age 0-11 months) expand
- Swaddling
- Feeding
- Changing
- Bathing
- Assist with setting a routine
- Overnight care
- Mother's helper
- Occasional care
- 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
- Social/Emotional
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder/Pervasive Developmental Disorder/Asperger Syndrome
- Delayed Speech
- Learning Disabilities
- Bathing
- Dressing Assistance
- Feeding Assistance
- Grooming and Hygiene
- Lifting and Transferring
- Positive Behavioral Support
- Repositioning
- Specific Meal Preparation (foods to avoid, etc.)
Education
Childhood Psychology
Graduated Southern New Hampshire University
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
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Homework expand
- Finishing homework
- Checking answers
- Studying for a test
- Proofreading
- Basic math
- Elementary science
- Earth science
- Science
- English
- Essay writing
- Social studies