Mystalyn Nichols - Hiring in Tempe

Full-Time Nanny Available in Tempe, AZ: Mystalyn N.

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$25 - $30/hr
7 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Hi! I’m Mystalyn, an Early Childhood Education graduate with 5 years of teaching experience and extensive nannying experience since age 16. I am passionate about helping children learn, grow, and develop confidence through engaging, individualized support. My background combines professional classroom teaching with in-home childcare, allowing me to provide both nurturing care and educational enrichment. I am especially interested in homeschool support, educational nannying, kindergarten readiness, early literacy, math development, and hands-on learning experiences. I love creating fun, meaningful activities that encourage curiosity, independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive environment where children can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally while partnering closely with families to meet each child’s unique needs.

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Preschoolers
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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified

Work Experience

7 years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

* Early Childhood Education graduate with 5 years of professional teaching experience
* Extensive nannying and childcare experience since age 16
* Infant care experience (newborn–11 months), including feeding, diapering, naps, soothing, and routine support
* Toddler experience (12–36 months), supporting language development, independence, and structured routines
* Preschool/early childhood experience focused on early literacy, math readiness, sensory play, and social-emotional development
* Skilled in creating developmentally appropriate, engaging, and structured learning environments
* Strong understanding of child development and age-appropriate milestones
* Experience maintaining consistent daily routines and supporting family-specific parenting styles
* Reliable, communicative, and professional with experience working closely with families in home settings
* Focused on nurturing, responsive care that supports both emotional security and healthy development

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

* Age-appropriate sensory play activities to support early brain development
* Reading books and fostering early language and literacy skills
* Music, singing, and movement activities (songs, nursery rhymes, rhythm play)
* Outdoor walks, nature exploration, and fresh-air play
* Developmentally appropriate play that encourages curiosity and exploration
* Fine motor skill activities (stacking, grasping, sorting, simple puzzles)
* Gross motor development through safe movement and active play
* Art and creative activities such as finger painting and simple crafts (age-dependent)
* Infant floor play (tummy time, reaching, rolling, sensory engagement)
* Supporting early communication through talking, labeling, and responsive interaction
* Establishing calm routines around naps, feeding, and transitions
* Encouraging independence through gentle, age-appropriate guidance

The most important part about being a nanny...

To me, the most important part of being a nanny is providing a child with a sense of safety, consistency, and trust. Children thrive when they feel emotionally secure, understood, and supported, and I prioritize building that foundation in every family I work with.

Just as important is strong communication and partnership with parents. I believe the best care happens when caregivers and families are aligned, working together to support the child’s development, routines, and individual needs.

I also value being intentional in my care whether that means supporting developmental milestones, maintaining structure and routines, or simply being fully present and responsive throughout the day. My goal is always to create a calm, nurturing environment where children feel safe to explore, learn, and grow confidently.

My experience with special needs children...

* Experience supporting children with diverse learning, developmental, and behavioral needs in both classroom and childcare settings
* Skilled in providing patient, structured, and individualized support based on each child’s abilities and needs
* Strong understanding of routines, transitions, and consistency to promote emotional regulation and stability
* Experience using calm, responsive caregiving techniques to support communication and reduce frustration
* Ability to adapt activities to meet different developmental levels and learning styles
* Supportive of sensory needs through hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities and sensory play
* Experience collaborating with families to maintain consistency between home routines and care environments
* Focused on creating a safe, inclusive, and encouraging environment where all children can succeed
* Comfortable providing one-on-one attention and reinforcing positive behavior strategies

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