About Mary

Experience: 10 yrs

I'm a passionate caregiver with a knack for turning learning into play, thanks to my 24 years of experience leading homeschool families. I'm an imaginative, friendly, and patient individual with over a decade of various paid, childcare experience. My Montessori-inspired approach emphasizes self-esteem, autonomy, and cooperation through hands-on activities and projects. I communicate with parents about their children's day via their preferred method and am comfortable enforcing household rules. From board games to educational games, I enjoy playing a variety of games with children, and I'm also happy to help with tasks like carpooling, meal preparation, and crafts. With my First Aid Training and Early Child Development Coursework, I'm equipped to handle any situation. Let's team up to help your child grow and shine!

Reviews

5.0

based on 1 review

Cassie H.

Reviewed on 12/27/2024

Mary is an awesome caregiver, cook, teacher/nurterer, driver, organizer, and friend! She is the "fun" mom while having the firm clear guidance that only comes from decades of experience. The way she raised and taught my brother and I, as well as many others over the years, was wonderful. She makes learning fun and a part of everyday life. I would love for many other children and families to get to experience the same.

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Willing to care for up to 1 child

Rates

Recurring jobs

$25/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$28/hr

Can help with

Carpooling

Child care

Companion care

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Packing/moving

Swimming supervision

Transportation

Travel

Qualifications

Education

High school degree

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early child development knowledge

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Has a reliable car

Non-smoker