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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi my name is Pam I have over 15 years plus experience helping families. I can help with homework, driving, chores, cooking. I can play and do arts and crafts . I love to have fun and laugh, but can set limits Im a retired RN but presently work at a local school with Autistic students thru the Capo District which I've enjoyed...
Pamela can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Early Education
First Aid
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Creating a fun, loving environment where your child feels like they're with a trusted friend is what I do best :) With 5+ years working with kids ages 0-13, including those with special needs. if you need a nanny who's energetic, reliable, and truly invested in your child's well-being, l'd love to meet your family! I'm a pre-med...
Veronica can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
CPR
First Aid
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Gabriella. I have over nine years of experience nannying, working at children's camps, with special needs, and as a teacher's assistant. I have experience with all ages but have primarily worked with children ranging from infants to 8 years old.
I would love to help a family and be a positive role model. I am kind,...
Gabriella can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
I am a 23-year-old graduate student , working towards my Master's degree in Social Welfare. I currently work in schools as a social work intern on Mondays (7:30am-3:30pm) Wednesdays (7:30am-11:30am) and Fridays (7:30am-3:30pm). I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have some ASL knowledge. I have been working with children...
Alexia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Samantha, and I'm 27 years old! I've been passionate about childcare from a young age, starting with daycare work in my teens and volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters during high school. After graduating, I worked for two years at the YMCA's after-school program, where I organized activities, led lessons, and...
Samantha can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...
Sara can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Stern, no none sense and respect is of up most value."
Armando P.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...
Sara can also help with: Personal care, home modification, visiting physician, dementia, live-in home care, hospice services & more
5.0
"Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."
Lorena P.
Haley H.
Dana Point, CA
$28-30/hr • 8 yrs exp
Experienced Babysitter/nanny Looking For A Full Time Job.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Haley!
I'm really passionate about working with children. I've nannied on & off for over 8 years- toddlers, teenagers & every age in between.
I was born & raised in Dana Point, CA. I love the beach, art, music, cooking, and overall I love being a helper! I'm gentle, kind, nurturing & playful in my approach...
Haley can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring."
Laura E.
5.0
(1)
I worked for Santa Ana USD for over 10 years in the special education department. Started with the elementary level promoted to middle and high school. Later with students who graduated from high school and became Regional Center clients. One of my responsibilities was to assist in their transition to become independent and deal...
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I have over 20 years of experience as a professionally paid nanny that includes childcare duties, light housekeeping, running errands, pet sitting and teaching art to children. My most recent jobs were with a 6-year-old boy virtual learning online. The youngest child from 3 months old to about 15 years of age including children...
Joni can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Trustline Certified
CPR
5.0
"Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our...
Betsy B.
Andrea M.
Costa Mesa, CA
$40/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nanny With18 Years Of Experience (Newborn- Highschool Age Children)
5.0
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Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
I'm Andrea & have cared for children and adults for 18 years. I cater to families as a day & overnight nanny during 6-14 hour shifts. I assist with postpartum confinement /quarantine period. I have a decade of experience as a behavioral interventionist in OC school districts. I've nannied for newborns, multiples & children with...
Andrea can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped...
Care member
5.0
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I was beyond blessed to have found Holli! This review will probably be too small to say how amazing she was. I have twins who are preemies and they did just great with her! She loved them like their own children in a respectful manner. I never felt she gave them...
Alina C.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hi I'm Kylie! I'm 23 years old and have a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology and minored in American Sign Language and Deaf culture. I am currently getting my master's degree in speech-language pathology and will be graduating in May 2025. Majoring in speech pathology has given me the opportunity to take multiple...
Kylie can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Kylie is a wonderful caregiver to our baby. She is super friendly and warm. She even taught our baby sign language. Our daughter lights up when Kylie comes over. So thankful we found her."
Tammy M.
5.0
(2)
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
I am CPR/first aid/aed certified I have taken child development and general psychology classes. I am fully vaccinated. I have my own vehicle. I have 8 years experience and have amazing references willing to talk with you about my time with their family. I have excellent experience with newborns and toddlers and have also cared...
Crystal can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Crystal communicated before hand to confirm day/time with me and she was on time the day of the job. She was immediately comfortable holding my 12 month old, which gave me confidence that she would be a good fit. She followed all of our instructions and kept us...
Ally P.
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hi! My name is Nancy, and I have been taking care of children for the past eight years. My experience involves being a babysitter, nanny, special needs caregiver, live-in nanny, and daycare instructor, working with children ages 0-14 years old. I also volunteer at my local private school' s daycare and have been there for the...
Nancy can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey y'all! My name is Emma. I am 25 years old. I absolutely love kids and have been working as a full time nanny the last 3 years. For 7 years my family ran an art camp for elementary aged children. I also have extensive experience working with special needs. I love to sing, play games, and create art. Please reach out I look...
Emma can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Shannon, nice to meet you :)
I have tons of experience. I've been a live in Nanny, Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny, Babysitter & I'm a single mom with a teen. I know what kids are like & what they need, I actually listen to them. I love kids & I'll treat your babies like they are my own. I don't mind sick kids or...
Shannon can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
CNA
I'm an experienced caregiver, motivated to make a positive impact on children's lives and support families. I have a patient and friendly demeanor, and I'm always finding creative ways to engage with children. With five years of experience, I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules and communicating with parents, both...
Isabel can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CNA
First Aid
CPR
Most recently I was a nanny for a child from 5mo-19mo. My priority was spending one-on-one time with her and ensuring she had a daily routine. I was responsible for meals, nap time, household duties and integrating new and fun activities to help her grow. I cherished watching her milestones and being a part of her early...
Matisse can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hello! I am Charlotte, I am 29 years old and I recently returned from teaching English abroad for a year and a half!
I have over 15 years of child care experience and formerly managed a special needs group home for two autistic young adults.
My experiences with children of all ages and cultural backgrounds is something I take...
Charlotte can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Lake Forest, CA
Sara Z.
5.0
Sara has been a big help to my family in caring for our 2 year old son. She is very hands on, one on my one time, reads books, crafts, puzzles and teaches. She follows direction well and has made me feel safe and comfortable. I would recommend her to any family who needs any care-giving.
- Tahnee S.
Sara Z.
5.0
Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy.
- Lorena P.
Haley H.
5.0
Haley was a very kind an patient nanny with our two energetic kiddos. The kids always had fun with her. She was flexible and above all caring.
- Laura E.
Joni C.
5.0
Joni helped us with our 2 kids during distance learning. She had excellent references and joined our family and home seamlessly. She was organized, kind, caring, and adapted to our kids needs. She kept them engaged in learning, art, and outdoors adventures. Our children adored her and were mostly...
- Betsy B.
Andrea M.
5.0
Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped with some of his aftercare. My dog...
- Care member