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Melinda A.
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La Quinta, CA 92253

from $30 per hour

(10)

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About Melinda

Experience: 10 yrs

COVID-19 vaccinated

Enthusiastic, Professional "SuperNanny" - 15+ years of Paid Childcare Experience - Early Childhood Education Degree - Trained in Compassionate Care - Bilingual (Spanish & English) and ASL - Water-Safety Certified (American Red Cross) - Nutritionist For Families (Meal Prep Help) - CPR/First Aid Certified - Stay at Home Mama of a 2yo Boy - Founder of a Toddler Music School I'm a credentialed wellness and early childhood specialist who focuses on Waldorf & Montessori methods, nutritious in-home meal preparation as well as swim supervision and lessons for kids. I can provide musical instruments, arts & craft materials and can do a reading hour/creative workshop (painting etc.) if requested. I love enriching young minds through music, outside adventures, games, sensory play and active learning. My goal is to support families and provide exceptional enrichment to their children so that the whole family thrives. Feel free to contact me with any questions. Talk soon!

Reviews

5.0
based on 10 reviews
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Evelyn R.

Reviewed on 8/1/2023

I highly recommend hiring Melinda! She is an absolute gem who goes above and beyond to care for our children. Her genuine love for cooking shines through in every meal she prepared for our family. Not only does she whip up delicious and nutritious dishes, but she also takes the time to customize them to cater to our specific dietary preferences and needs. Her meal prepping skills have been a game-changer, making our busy lives so much easier. We no longer worry about meal planning or grocery shopping. It's truly a delight to come home to a well-prepared dinner after a long day of work. Beyond her culinary talents, she forms strong bonds with our children, creating a nurturing and loving environment for them. She engages them in various activities and ensures they are always entertained and cared for. In addition to her caregiving skills, she is reliable, punctual, and communicates effectively. We feel incredibly lucky to have found such an exceptional nanny who was an invaluable part of our family. If you're looking for a nurturing, dedicated, and culinary-savvy nanny, she is the perfect choice!

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo

1-3 yrs

4-5 yrs

6-11 yrs

12+ yrs

Willing to care for up to 4 children

Rates

Recurring jobs

$30/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$35/hr

2 children

$40/hr

3 children

$45/hr

4 children

$50/hr

Can help with

Child care

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Swimming supervision

Travel

Qualifications

Education

Cornell University

Some graduate school

Institute for Integrative Nutrition

Some graduate school

Cornell University

Associate degree

Languages

English

Sign_language_asl

Spanish

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Child development associate

Early child development knowledge

Early childhood eductation

NAFCC Certified

Special needs care

Other Qualifications & Credentials

Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate

Holistic Health Coach Certification

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

Non-smoker

Contact Melinda 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–11:00 PM

sat

8:00 AM–11:00 PM

sun

8:00 AM–11:00 PM

Safety

CareCheck

Completed

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