Westlake Village, CA 91361
from $35 per hour
(7)
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Experience: 10 yrs
COVID-19 vaccinated
As a nanny, I make sure to take care of the children I watch, as if they were my own. I have experience with all ages, ranging from 4 months to 15-year-olds. When taking care of 0 to school-age children, I plan & prepare age-appropriate activities including gross and fine motor activities, arts and crafts, and language arts. I believe that children need structure in everything they do, mixed with fun! I like to create somewhat of a loose curriculum for children when I am with them all day. So that the day is not just a block of 8 hours, but it is broken up into a schedule. I plan different activities each week and make sure to get the children out of the house as well! I also make sure all areas of the house that we use are cleaned up; nice & tidy daily. The daily cleaning also includes doing the children's laundry, and vacuuming their bedroom & playroom.
Thanh B.
Reviewed on 9/27/2024
We have had the pleasure of having Melissa as our nanny for the past two years, starting when our daughter was just four months old. We absolutely LOVE her. Her impact on our daughter’s development has been nothing short of remarkable. Thanks to Melissa's nurturing and engaging approach, our daughter’s communication skills and independence are outstanding. At just two years old, she speaks in full sentences, confidently knows her numbers from 1 to 20, as well as her colors, shapes, and the alphabet, milestones we fully credit to Melissa’s patience and guidance.. We’re also thrilled to share that she is fully potty trained. Melissa ensures that our daughter is always active and social, frequently taking her to the park where she loves playing and running with other kids. This has greatly enhanced her social skills and confidence. Although Melissa doesn't have a formal background as a private school teacher, she embodies the qualities of a private educator, providing age-appropriate educational activities that foster our daughter’s cognitive and social growth. She connects with our daughter on a personal level, helping her express her emotions and navigate social situations. In addition to her nurturing approach, Melissa is incredibly reliable and organized, maintaining a structured yet flexible routine that suits our family’s needs. We are extremely sad to lose her and are profoundly grateful for the love and support she has brought into our home since our daughter was a baby. We can’t recommend her highly enough—she is truly an exceptional nanny and has become a cherished part of our family!
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
$35-45/hr
One time jobs
1 child
$28/hr
2 children
$31/hr
3 children
$34/hr
4 children
$37/hr
Can help with
Carpooling
Craft assistance
Help with pets
Light cleaning
Meal prep
Organizing/laundry
Swimming supervision
Transportation
Education
Montgomery College - Rockville
Associate degree
Languages
English
Professional skills
CPR / First Aid trained
Child development associate
Early child development knowledge
Early childhood eductation
Additional details
Comfortable with pets
Non-smoker
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
8:00 AM–4:00 PM
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