Maritza S.
First Aid
CPR / AED
5+ yrs Caregiving
$40 /hr
About Maritza
Santa Rosa
Has vehicle
Hi! My name is Maritza Salas and I’ve worked as a nanny for 3 years and in a special days class for almost 10 years now. I still keep in contact with my nanny family and babysit from time to time for them. They have a daughter who has a rare syndrome and the care was mainly for her. Working in a special day class for so long has taught me so much patience. How to work with each child individually, learning their likes and dislikes
Experience & Skills
Diagnoses Experience:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Down Syndrome (DS)
Behavioral / Social / Emotional Support Experience:
Emotional regulation / challenging behaviors
Attention or focus support (e.g., ADHD)
Elopement (running or wandering off)
De-Escalation & Calming Strategies Experience:
Deep pressure (e.g., weighted blankets, hugs)
Heavy work or movement activities (e.g., pushing, carrying, climbing)
Tactile or textured fabrics
Fidgeting tools or hand-held items
Chewing or oral stimulation (e.g., chewable items, straws)
Noise-cancelling headphones / earplugs
Quiet / calm environment
Sensory soothing sounds (e.g., music, white noise)
Visual calming tools (e.g., lights, visual schedules, soothing images)
Scheduled sensory breaks or movement breaks
Breathing or mindfulness techniques
Communication Experience:
Verbal communication
Limited verbal communication
Uses AAC device (e.g., iPad, speech-generating device)
Uses PECS (Picture Exchange Communication System)
Uses visual supports (e.g., visual schedules, social stories)
Health, Medical & Mobility Support Experience:
Personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming)
Wheelchair use or positioning support
Sensory Support Experience:
Sensory-seeking behaviors (craving pressure, spinning, etc)
Movement (enjoys or avoids movement-based activities)
Taste / Smell (food sensitivities or aversions)
Touch / Texture (clothing, fabrics, materials)
Sound (sensitivity to noise, music, or quiet)
Light (bright or dim lighting)
Experience Supporting Ages:
Toddler
Youth
Teen
Availability
Full Time
Part Time
Occasional
Monday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Wednesday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Friday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Thursday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Tuesday
4:00pm - 1:00am
Saturday
5:00pm - 1:00am
Sunday
5:00pm - 1:00am
Additional Info
Languages Spoken:
English
Spanish
Payment Options:
Private Pay
Self-Directed / Government-Funded
Agency / Household Employment
Certifications/Skills:
First Aid
CPR / AED
Comfort With Pets:
Dogs
Transportation Experience & Availability:
Has vehicle
Willing to Support With:
Homework / Tutoring / Life Skills
Household / Errands / Meal Prep
Sibling Support
Transportation / Travel / Event Assistance
Social / Recreational / Community Outings
Health / Therapy Support
Companionship / Mentoring
