Mariela Hickey - Hiring in Mount Olive

Babysitter Available in Mount Olive, NJ: Mariela H.

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

A little bit about me

Hi! My name is Mariela. I’m a bilingual childcare provider, mother of three, and former CNA/DSP with experience in early childhood education, nanny care, hospitals, nursing homes, and group homes. I studied Early Childhood Education/Puericultura in Mexico and completed nursing coursework, which strengthened my knowledge of child development, safety, and care.

I’m warm, dependable, patient, organized, and comfortable caring for infants, toddlers, and school-age children. I have extensive experience supporting children with autism, developmental needs, routines, emotional regulation, homework, meals, playtime, light housekeeping, and transportation.

My children are older now, so I can offer reliable availability. I currently also work in HR/administrative support, which has strengthened my communication, professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. I truly enjoy helping children feel safe, loved, and supported while making families’ lives easier.

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Start: Aug 25, 2026
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional work
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Age Groups

Infants
Toddlers
Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

Other

Own transportation
Light housekeeping
Meal prep
Special-needs experience

Work Experience

7 years of experience caring for:

Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)
Infants (0-11 months)
Toddlers (1-3 years)
Adults (18+ years)

More About Me

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

Yes. I studied Early Childhood Education/Puericultura in Mexico, which focused on child development, early childhood care, and safety. I also volunteered for about seven months in the Sierra Tarahumara when I was 16–17 years old, helping in a school and working directly with children.

I have worked as a nanny with children of all ages, from newborns to teenagers, including neurotypical children and children with special needs. I have cared for a child with autism and also have strong personal and practical experience supporting children with autism, routines, emotional regulation, and individualized care.

I also completed nursing coursework and have worked in healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, CNA, and DSP/group home environments. These experiences helped me become patient, dependable, safety-conscious, and comfortable caring for children and individuals with different needs.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I enjoy choosing activities based on each child’s age, interests, energy level, and the weather. I love outdoor activities such as walks, nature exploration, playground time, bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and simple games that help children use their imagination and gross motor skills. Indoors, I enjoy reading, music, arts and crafts, puzzles, sensory play, building blocks, pretend play, and activities that support fine motor skills, creativity, curiosity, and learning through play. My goal is always to keep children safe, engaged, and happy while helping them grow.

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important part about being a nanny is understanding that you are making a meaningful impact in a child’s life. Children remember how you made them feel, so I believe in being patient, kind, consistent, and emotionally present. My goal is to support each child’s safety, confidence, curiosity, and growth while giving families peace of mind. To me, nannyi

My experience with special needs children...

I have extensive experience caring for children and individuals with special needs, including autism, developmental differences, emotional regulation challenges, sensory needs, and individualized routines. I have worked as a nanny for children with autism and have also worked as a DSP in group home settings, supporting individuals with different abilities and care needs.

As a mother and caregiver, I understand the importance of patience, consistency, structure, clear communication, and meeting each child where they are. I am comfortable helping with routines, transitions, emotional regulation, communication support, safety, daily living skills, and creating a calm, respectful environment.

I believe every child deserves to feel understood, safe, and supported. My approach is gentle, patient, and strengths-based, while also providing the structure children need to feel secure and thrive.

The most important part about being a nanny...

My favorite nanny moments are the bonds that last long after the job ends. I am still in touch with families I worked with many years ago, and it has been beautiful to watch the children grow, go to school, and become their own people. One moment I will never forget was teaching a little girl with autism how to skate. Seeing her confidence grow and knowing I was part of that memory meant so much to me. For me, nannying is not just watching children; it is being a safe, loving, and dependable presence during important seasons of their lives.

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