"Melinda has worked in various Howard County After School Programs, but prefers the personal setting of in-home childcare."

"If I was asked to describe in one sentence the reason I have chosen to be in the nanny profession over any other, it would have to be because the job always keeps me physically and mentally active as well as the joy I receive from working with children. I have been serving in some form of childcare for over 10 years and can honestly say I truly love what I do! I feel that children are unique but malleable. It’s our job as caretakers to instill good habits and behaviors while still allowing them be their own little people! My goal as a nanny is to keep the child safe and happy! I am willing to do housekeeping at the parents’ requests. This includes laundry, dishes, vacuuming, mopping, and cleaning up after children. If I had to describe myself in five adjectives I would say that I am creative, caring, fun, determined, and loving. Activities that I would like to incorporate in the daily plan for the family I care for would include arts and crafts, playing outside, going to the park, going to the library for story time, or even just playing and learning at home. If asked to describe the perfect family seeking a nanny like me I would hope they would be welcoming and kind."

"Melinda was reliable, always on time and did what was expected of her. Melinda is a kind and patient person who clearly loves children. She is mild-mannered and positive and my son could feel that from her as soon as she walked in the door. Melinda always treated my husband, my son, and I, with respect. She applied discipline when necessary in a firm but non-threatening way. My son is always the barometer for me in terms of the care he is receiving and he always asks for Melinda when she is not around! I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in search of a childcare provider who as experience in Howard County After School Program."

"Melinda was a great caregiver. She was dedicated to our children and extremely loving. She took initiative to find things to do for the kids on holidays and after school, she always kept the kids active as well as ensured they did homework, were well fed and always happy. I saw Melinda on a daily basis. She represented our family well, took great care of our kids, ensured they were safe, clean, and well-fed. We appreciated her help and would have continued her employment if not for our move. We highly recommend Melinda to any family."

"Melinda fulfilled all requirements we asked of her, she was very good with my boys. She followed all details requested of her. Melinda was a wonderful caretaker for my boys. My oldest son has Autism and Seizures, so to be able to leave him with her I had to be comfortable with her to handle his needs and the needs of an 18 month old. My boys loved her. She would be a trustworthy and competent candidate for any family. Melinda is patient, a great communicator, and extremely responsible. I would recommend her to assist any family."

"Melinda is a kind person and is very trustworthy. Children love her and I think that is the most important thing when working with children. She interacts with children in a very positive way. She is always very helpful, sensitive, reliable, and polite. Melinda is also very involved with the children. My children loved Melinda, as older children she really did a very good job with them in a Howard County After School Program."