Worcester, MA 01602
from $20 per hour
(3)
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About Maria
Experience: 10 yrs
Hello, my name is Maria. I am a dedicated caregiver with over 20 years of experience working with children of all ages, from newborns to elementary school. As a mother and the wife of a retired Army Colonel, I understand the importance of creating a structured, nurturing, and loving environment for children to thrive. Throughout my career, I've taught foundational skills like ABCs and Spanish, organized enriching activities such as arts and crafts, park visits, and pool time, and supported children in reaching milestones like learning to walk. I've also handled daily routines, including meal preparation, tidying, and bathing. I specialize in bilingual care, helping children develop Spanish language skills naturally. I am CPR-certified, and families value my patience, warmth, reliability, and flexibility, as well as my commitment to creating a fun and educational environment tailored to their needs. References are available upon request.
Reviews
Michael B.
Reviewed on 1/27/2025
Maria has been an absolute treasure and a true blessing to our family. She began caring for our daughter as an infant and remained her nanny until she turned four years old. When it came time for preschool, we had to make the difficult transition. If it were up to us, we would have kept Maria with us for many more years! We found Maria through Care.com, and as first-time parents entrusting someone outside of our family to care for our child, we couldn’t have asked for a more nurturing, compassionate, and professional caregiver. Maria exceeded every expectation. She was always on time, reliable, and easy to work with, which was essential for me as I returned to work. Our daughter had specific feeding needs, and Maria handled them with great care and diligence, always following instructions and going above and beyond to ensure our daughter’s health and well-being. Her commitment to our daughter’s needs gave us such peace of mind. Beyond her care, Maria’s influence on our daughter’s development was remarkable. She not only taught her to speak Spanish but also nurtured her independence from an early age. Maria encouraged her to pick out her own clothes, clean up after herself, feed herself, and dress herself. Thanks to Maria’s guidance, our daughter became potty trained in record time and gained confidence in doing things on her own. Her independence stands out compared to my older two children, who had different childcare, and I truly believe this is because of Maria’s intentional care and thoughtful teaching. Maria also incorporated learning into daily play. She taught our daughter the alphabet, numbers, and even writing. Education was seamlessly woven into their routine, making learning fun and engaging. What truly sets Maria apart is that she didn’t treat this as just a job. She treated our daughter and our entire family like her own. The love, care, and attention she gave us have been one of the greatest gifts we’ve ever received. Maria has left an indelible mark on our family, and we will always treasure her.
Services
Age groups
0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
Willing to care for up to 1 child
Rates
Recurring jobs
$20-25/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$25/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Qualifications
Education
Dominican Republic High School
High school degree
Languages
English
Spanish
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Has a reliable car
Non-smoker
Contact Maria to check their availability
mon
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
tue
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
wed
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
thu
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
fri
8:00 AM–5:00 PM
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