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! 👋🏼 I’m currently looking for long-term nanny or babysitting positions within 8 miles of Linden (excluding Staten Island). I’m seeking a consistent schedule that totals at least $400/week. If you’re interested, please reach out at least ONE month in advance so my current family has time to find a new caregiver. 😊 ABOUT ME: • 28 years old • Certified in Adult, Child, and Infant CPR + First Aid + AED through New Life CPR • Fluent in Portuguese, conversational in Spanish • Reliable, punctual, creative, and communicative • Passionate about creating enriching, memorable experiences for kids • Big fan of arts & crafts, science experiments, and puppet shows! 🧸 Experience: • Mostly with ages 2–7, some experience with infants and as a mom helper • Experience with 3 sets of twins • Over 7 years of driving children to/from school, events, and errands • Currently caring Read more for twin 5-year-olds for 4.5 years 💰 RATES: 💡 Minimum commitment: At least $400/week (applies to part-time hours). Hourly rates below apply based on location and duties. 🍼 Babysitting (monitoring, engaging, prepping easy meals, bedtime, walks) • Within 4 miles of Linden: $25/hr (up to 2 kids) • 5 to 8 miles from Linden: $27/hr (up to 2 kids) • + $2/hr for each additional child 🧼 Nannying (includes tasks like laundry, fresh/cooked meals, bathing, schoolwork, planning activities, potty training) • Within 4 miles of Linden: $30/hr (up to 2 kids) • 5 to 8 miles from Linden: $35/hr (up to 2 kids) • + $2/hr for each additional child 🚗💨 If I’m driving your children using my car, gas compensation is required. 📎 NOTES: • References are available upon serious inquiry. Since I’m currently employed, I ask that families reach out only if they are genuinely interested and considering moving forward. I kindly request at least one month’s notice before leaving my current family so they have time to find a new caregiver. • If you’d like to run a background or vehicle check, that’s totally fine! However, please note that the cost is the responsibility of the family. These checks are only valid for a limited time, and as a caregiver, I can’t be expected to purchase a new one every few months for each potential job.
Trust & safety
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Enhanced Criminal
Expired on 08/17/2021
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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
$25-$50/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
- 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