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Maryellen D.
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Lees Summit, MO 64086

from $15 per hour

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About Maryellen

Experience: 10 yrs

COVID-19 vaccinated

Highlights: - My passion is working with children and families. - Kindness is my cornerstone. - Extensive experience with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary ages. - Over 10 years of experience as a caregiver. - Certified in First Aid and CPR/AED for infant, child, and adult. - Member of the National Association for the Education of Young Children. - Member of the Association for the Education of Young Children. - Advocate for including, and expanding, literacy for all ages. - Directed all aspects of children's church: age groups - nursery through high school; built positive relationships with children, families, and volunteers. - I have my own reliable transportation. - Non-smoker. - Furry friends / pets in my family.

Reviews

5.0
based on 13 reviews
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Carly B.

Reviewed on 3/13/2025

It is with the utmost gratitude and admiration that I write this review for Maryellen, who has been an absolute blessing to our family during my surgery recovery. From the very first moment we met, it was clear that she was not only highly professional and dependable but also incredibly warm, kind, and loving toward our 6-month-old daughter. Maryellen's calm and composed demeanor immediately put us at ease, knowing our little one was in such capable hands. Her organizational skills were evident from the start, and she consistently kept everything running smoothly, which made a world of difference during such a challenging time. What truly stands out about Maryellen is her deep knowledge of childhood development. She has a strong understanding of the crucial developmental milestones, and we saw firsthand how she skillfully encouraged our daughter to reach important new skills. Maryellen was able to introduce activities that supported our daughter’s growth in ways that will benefit her for years to come. Her dedication to fostering early literacy and language development was remarkable. It was so reassuring to know that, even at such a young age, our daughter was receiving the best possible foundation for future learning. We are incredibly grateful for Maryellen’s presence in our home during my recovery. Her genuine care for our daughter, professionalism, and nurturing approach made her a true partner in our family’s well-being. I wholeheartedly recommend Maryellen to any family looking for a loving, reliable, and knowledgeable nanny. She is an extraordinary individual who makes a lasting, positive impact on both children and parents alike. Thank you, Maryellen, for everything you did for us!

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

Willing to care for up to 2 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$15-20/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$23/hr

2 children

$26/hr

Can help with

Child care

Companion care

Craft assistance

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Transportation

Qualifications

Education

Penn Valley Community College

College degree

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early child development knowledge

Early childhood eductation

Other Qualifications & Credentials

Over 15 years working with children and families as director of ministries; ages 6 months through high school. Ordained minister in children's

youth and family ministry.

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker

Contact Maryellen to check their availability

mon

7:30 AM–6:00 PM

tue

7:30 AM–6:00 PM

wed

7:30 AM–6:00 PM

thu

7:30 AM–6:00 PM

Safety

CareCheck

Completed

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