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Aurora, CO 80013
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About Melissa
Experience: 10 yrs
COVID-19 vaccinated
I have been a caregiver for over 30 years. During my time as a nanny, I have structured schedules, facilitated fun and enriching activities in the community, and managed households. I have extensive knowledge caring for newborns, preemies, and medically fragile infants. I've enabled infants to latch on while feeding, promoted their core strength, and I engage in sensory play. I have also worked as a behavior specialist for individuals with developmental disabilities for 14 years. I am skilled at helping children who struggle with boundaries, socialization, impulse control, expressing their needs, or any other areas of concern. I actively engage children at their level. Empathy and respect for others is cultivated through modeling and thoughtful guidance. My experience comes second only to the love I have for children. Creating an environment where they feel nurtured, supported and loved for the beautiful souls they are brings me great joy. There's nothing like it in the world.
Reviews
Cristin B.
Reviewed on 5/13/2013
We've been working with Melissa for the past five months; she has been a wonderful, caring and responsible nanny for our two boys, ages 2 and 5. She brings laughter, fun and love to our home and the boys love spending time with her. She is always punctual, follows-through on anything we may discuss and provides detailed recaps of the day's events so we don't miss a beat at the end of the day. She looks to us for direction on discipline and general house rules, helping to create consistent boundaries for our kids regardless of who is home with them. Our youngest son works with a speech therapist and Melissa has become a trusted partner in that therapy, applying her own experience as a therapist to work with him and be a part of his progress and development. I would highly recommend Melissa as a responsible, caring and dependable caregiver for kids of any age.
Services
Age groups
0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
Willing to care for up to 3 children
Rates
Recurring jobs
$30-40/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$30/hr
2 children
$33/hr
3 children
$36/hr
Can help with
Child care
Craft assistance
Groceries/errands
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Qualifications
Education
Some college
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Early childhood eductation
Special needs care
Other Qualifications & Credentials
Sign language
behavior specialist
home health care provider
with over 30 years of experience caring for newborns
preemies
medically fragile infants
and multiples.
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
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