Maria
Babysitter in Bangor
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Female Member since Mar 2025 Last Updated Mar 2025 Last Login Mar 2025
My Summary
About Me
Hi! My name is Maria, I am currently doing a PhD in Education at Bangor University.
I’m passionate about working with children and supporting their development in fun and engaging ways. I have experience as a Special Needs Learning Mentor at Abbey School in Chester, where I supported children with a variety of learning, physical and emotional needs. I have provided therapy-based programs both at home and at school for autistic young people, where I utilized a child-centered approach and Positive Behavior Support (PBS) to guide my practice.
I bring high energy, creativity, and a love for fun activities into everything I do. I’m always looking for ways to make learning enjoyable and engaging by focusing on each child’s interests and needs. I find creative ways to engage children in activities that tap into their interests and encourage exploration.
Teaching and supporting practical life skills, and promoting independence, is a very important aspect of my practice, as I believe it empowers children to take on new challenges and grow with confidence.
I love climbing, hiking, and outdoor activities, and enjoy reading and playing board games in my downtime.
My goal is to create a supportive, positive, and fun environment for your child where they can grow, learn, and thrive!
My Experience
Experience:
Learning Mentor, Abbey School (Nov 2023 - Dec 2024)
Delivered personalized learning programs for children with special needs.
Assisted with daily life skills, personal care, and emotional regulation techniques.
Created and taught communication skills using methods like PECS, Makaton, and AAC.
Worked closely with speech and language therapists and occupational therapists for holistic support.
Supported children in building social skills and engagement through sensory circuits and intensive interactions.
Reported safeguarding concerns
Utilised de-escalation techniques
PBS Tutor, Self-Employed (Mar 2023 - Dec 2023)
Ran PBS-based programs for young autistic children (ages 5-16) at home and in schools.
Collected and recorded progress data while providing 1:1 tutoring support.
Therapist, Rainbow Behavioural Therapies (Nov 2021 - Dec 2022)
Implemented PBS-based interventions for children with autism (ages 5-10).
Taught essential skills such as matching, writing, turn-taking, and communication through vocal manding.
Developed creative and engaging activities to build rapport and support learning.
My Qualifications
Qualifications Summary:
• Current Studies:
o PhD in Education, Bangor University (Ongoing)
• Education:
o Master's in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) – Bangor University (Distinction)
o Bachelor's in Psychology – Bangor University (First-Class Honors)
• Additional Qualifications:
o TeamTeach (Behavioral Management and De-escalation Techniques)
o Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Level 2
o Tes Courses:
? Food Hygiene and Safety
? Understanding Asthma, Epilepsy, Diabetes, ADHD
? Safeguarding Young People, Concussion Awareness
? Mental Wellbeing in Children and Young People
? Effective Health and Safety for Children with SEND
? Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
? Administration of Medication in Schools
? Online Safety
? Prevent Awareness
Pediatric First Aid Online Course
• Skills & Experience:
o Experience working with children with learning disabilities and ASD
o Knowledge of ABA principles and interventions
o Experience completing ABC data sheets and data analysis
o 1:1 support and personal hygiene assistance
o Meal preparation and organizing engaging activities
o Teaching life skills and school curriculum
o Safeguarding training
o Strong communication, organizational, and adaptability skills
o DBS check on the update service
My Availability
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Morning | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes | yes |
| Last Updated: 07/03/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Babysitting from £11.00 per hour
£12 for babysitting
£13 for nannying during the day
£15 if includes:
cooking and cleaning the house
nigthtime work
very early mornings
emergency cover
work with young people with SEND
My Documents
- UK Driving Licence (added 07/03/2025)
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