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Maya R.

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El Cerrito, CA 94530

from $35 per hour

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About Maya

Experience: 10 yrs

Hi! My name is Maya . I have a background in psychology and experience working with children of all ages, including kids on the autism spectrum. I love spending time with kids-doing art projects, painting, baking, reading, exploring outdoors, and finding creative ways to make learning fun. I'm patient, dependable, and bring a calm, positive energy to every day. Outside of childcare, I enjoy scrapbooking, cooking new recipes, gardening, practicing yoga, and hiking. I also love to travel and discover new places and cultures. I truly care about creating a warm, imaginative environment where kids feel supported, inspired, and free to be themselves.

Most recent review

5.0
based on 1 review

Maya has been such a blessing for our family. She’s cared for my child, who has special needs, with so much love, patience, and genuine understanding. From the very first day, she connected with him in a way that instantly put him at ease — something that doesn’t happen often. She’s kind, dependable, and always so thoughtful about how she approaches his needs and emotions. I’ve watched her gently help him through sensory challenges, meltdowns, and transitions with incredible calm and compassion. She plans little activities that are not only fun but also help him learn and build confidence, which means so much to us. What stands out most is how much she truly cares. Maya goes above and beyond every single day — she communicates openly, asks questions, and really takes the time to understand our family. We trust her completely, and I can honestly say she’s made a huge difference in my child’s growth and happiness. Any family would be lucky to have her. 💛

MH
Molly H.

10/6/2025

Services

Age groups

0-11 mo
1-3 yrs
4-5 yrs
6-11 yrs
12+ yrs

Rates

Recurring jobs

$35-40/hr

One time jobs

1 child

$38/hr

2 children

$42/hr

3 children

$45/hr

Can help with

Child care

Companion care

Craft assistance

Groceries/errands

Help with pets

Light cleaning

Meal prep

Organizing/laundry

Packing/moving

Transportation

Qualifications

Education

San Francisco State University

College degree

Languages

English

Professional skills

CPR / First Aid trained

Early child development knowledge

Early childhood eductation

Special needs care

Additional details

Comfortable with pets

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Care.com Background Check

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