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Marlene W.
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Van Nuys, CA 91406

from $32 per hour

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About Marlene

Experience: 2 yrs

COVID-19 vaccinated

Experienced, compassionate, and reliable nanny with a strong background in child care, household management, and creating enriching, fun activities for children. Adept at maintaining a clean and organized environment, simple meal preparation, and providing transportation to various appointments and school. Looking to contribute my nurturing skills and dedication to a loving family. Conscious parenting approach to child care Strong emotional, communication and interpersonal skills Bilingual - Fluent in both English and German Excellent organizational and time management CPR and First Aid certified Reliable, punctual, and able to handle multiple tasks efficiently Experience with children of various ages Valid driver's license with a clean driving record, owns SUV and 5 point harness car seat Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate activities Comfortable with light housekeeping and meal prep Legal U. S. Citizen

Reviews

5.0
based on 1 review
JH

Jessica H.

Reviewed on 1/26/2025

We’ve been incredibly lucky to have Marlene as part of our family for the past 7 months. Her care and dedication have made a meaningful impact on our family. Why Marlene is Amazing:
 ✅ Vast Knowledge of Child Development – With years of experience and education in child development, she tailored age-appropriate activities that fostered growth, learning, and fun. She also guided us through key milestones, including helping to potty train our daughter.
 ✅ Creative Activity Planner – Planned engaging, screen-free outings to parks, beaches, museums, zoos, and indoor play gyms. Balanced physical activities like scooters, bikes, and water play to keep our daughter active and entertained.
 ✅ Enforced Boundaries with Love – Lovingly enforced boundaries, helping our daughter feel safe, secure, and confident as she navigated her world.
 ✅ Excellent Communicator – Kept us informed through the Daily Nanny app, shared weekly videos, and maintained responsive communication with us and our daughter’s teachers.
 ✅ Household Manager – Kept our daughter’s clothes, room, and play spaces tidy and organized, while preparing healthy meals and snacks with care.
 ✅ Punctual & Reliable – Always on time and ready to support a smooth family routine.
 ✅ Experienced Parent – As a mother to a 7-year-old, she brought invaluable firsthand parenting knowledge and care to her role.
 ✅ Bilingual – Fluent in English and German, perfect for multilingual households or introducing a second language. 
✅ Clean Driving Record & Own SUV – Reliable transportation with a spotless driving history ensured our family’s needs were always met.
 ✅ Legal U.S. Citizen – Fully compliant with all legal requirements, giving us peace of mind.

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

Willing to care for up to 2 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$32/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$32/hr

2 children

$35/hr

Can help with

Carpooling

Child care

Companion care

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Swimming supervision

Transportation

Qualifications

Education

Some college

Languages

English

German

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early child development knowledge

Additional details

Non-smoker

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12:00 AM–6:00 AM, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

tue

12:00 AM–6:00 AM, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

wed

12:00 AM–6:00 AM, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

thu

12:00 AM–6:00 AM, 6:00 PM–12:00 AM, 6:00 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–6:00 PM

Safety

CareCheck

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