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Special needs nannies in Lake Forest, CA
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:
CPR
Early Education
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
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: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
(1)
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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Samantha is punctual and dependable. She was excellent with our kids."
Ash N.
5.0
(2)
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
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: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
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...
Tahnee S.
5.0
(6)
Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood
Hi, I'm Irina! I have over 15 years of experience in child care, starting as a babysitter before running a Sunday school program for children ages 1-13. My passion for child development led me to earn a bachelor's in pediatric speech pathology in 2016. I also have a medical background as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer but...
Irina can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
"We hired Irena to assist us with our 8-year-old son who has autism, and we are very satisfied with our decision.
Irena has formal certification in Applied Behavior Analysis as well as a background in Speech-Language Pathology and Art based therapy. She worked to...
Benjamin B.
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: Live-in home care, hospice services, dementia, visiting physician, personal care, home modification & more
5.0
"Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."
Lorena P.
5.0
(14)
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
5.0
"Shannon has been so wonderful with my infant triplets. She started helping us with them when they were about two months old, and has been so loving with them the entire time. She's very capable of managing three infants who may all need attention simultaneously,...
Lisa 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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
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.
4.5
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
A little bit about my background, I have over 10 years experience as a nanny for two amazing families in the past and I have over 70 clinical hours working on pediatric units and NICU for my nursing program. I am currently enrolled in nursing school, expected graduation date, December 2024. It is my passion to work...
Sheriffa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CNA
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Sheriffa is currently with our family. She is incredibly loving and trustworthy, and our daughter absolutely loves her - as do we!"
Ayesha K.
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
Trustline Certified
Special Needs Care
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
(7)
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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Very good smile and friendly caregiver. Very helpful and go with the flow. Babies love smiling faces. Andrea is the one who provides positive vibes. She is experienced and willing to share techniques. My newborn baby was in good hands.
Andrea also care with love."
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: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I just love Holli, she is always a good worker, is cheerful and willing to do what needs to be done. She has worked for us for 4 years now several hours a week and has been a lifesaver helping to take care of my 91 year old mother."
Marcia O.
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, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kylie is stupendous, she was a JOY to work with! She was extremely professional - the first day she came she asked for a schedule and followed it perfectly. She was very responsible in that she constantly asked whether my 2 children had been fed, if their teeth had...
Patricia D.
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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Crystal was prompt and was great with our two children of 6yo and 11mo. "
Care member
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: Travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I have 10+ years of experience as a nanny ranging from newborns to teenagers. I have experience with low and high functioning children with special needs.
I am equipped to and have experience handling children with major health issues such as epilepsy.
Finally I have experience nannying children with behavioral issues.
With...
Lizzie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
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: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
CNA
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Lake Forest, CA
Samantha T.
5.0
Samantha is punctual and dependable. She was excellent with our kids.
- Ash N.
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.
Irina G.
5.0
We were so lucky to have Irina as our nanny for a full week while on holidays in LA. Irina helped us with our 4 y.o. daughter and was an absolute God-send to spend the entire day to resolve all chores from getting ready to meals, full day out at theme parks, face painting, play time, nap time etc....
- Tushaar A.
Sara Z.
5.0
Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy.
- Lorena P.
Shannon O.
5.0
Shannon has been so wonderful with my infant triplets. She started helping us with them when they were about two months old, and has been so loving with them the entire time. She's very capable of managing three infants who may all need attention simultaneously, and has offered very helpful advice...
- Lisa P.