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Jennifer O.


Acton, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Professional & Experienced Nanny

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Building long-lasting relationships with children has become a great passion in life for me. My patience, kind-heartedness, and love for children allow me to form strong attachments with the children and families I work with. I have cared for children as young as newborn, all the way to school age. I have a diploma in Early...
Jennifer can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Shondrea W.


Palmdale, CA

$15-18/hr4 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My Name is Shondrea, I'm 25 years old and I've been a long-term caregiver/babysitter for around 6 years now. I love kids! I have worked with a few families from Care. com and can provide references. I helped my mother raise my brother (21) who lives with autism, so I have experience working with special needs...
Shondrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

CPR

5.0
"She's amazing with kids. The best babysitter a person could ask for."

Adonis B.

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Stephanie T.


Palmdale, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Personal Care/Companionship Services

Hi, I'm Stephanie! I offer senior personal care & companionship. I have over 10 years experience, as I have taken care of an elderly couple and their adult daughter with special needs (Downs Syndrome) for the past 7 years. Sadly, the wife recently passed away at age 89. The daughter wanted to join her friends in their group...
Stephanie can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, companionship, dementia, hospice services, meal prep & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Stephanie was amazing! Very responsive and so kind. She deep cleaned my house in such a professional manner. She brought her own clean products which had no chemical smells and left the house smelling fresh and clean. I highly recommend her and would hire her...

Nawal R.

Hello! I'm 20 years old and I'm a Nanny and Nursing Assistant looking to apply my combined skills outside of a nursing home setting. I am currently a long term nanny for a 15-month-old that I've been with since he was 8 months but I plan on separating from this family soon if I find another family that'll have me! I started...
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Samantha A.


Palmdale, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny For Newborn Toddler And Special Needs Care.

I have 15years of experience with newborns toddlers and special needs kids I can help with potty training, sleep training. homework drop and pick up kids from school or activities and playdates Swimming Supervision. Kids laundry clean and organize their room and toys I have my own transportation clean background and driver...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Savannah Z.


Palmdale, CA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a childcare provider with five years of experience seeking to make a difference in the lives of children. As a caregiver, I find joy in nurturing young minds and watching them grow. I bring a patient, creative, and friendly approach to childcare, creating a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Victoria B.


Palmdale, CA

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Victoria I am 32 years old. I have 3 children of my own. 2 girls 1 very energetic little boy. lol. I have worked for Westside Union School District for the past 3 years as an instructional aid. I specialize in kids with special needs. I work with 4th and 5th grade SPED children and I absolutely love it. I have...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

My passion is caring and teaching all children. I have had the privilege of working as a nanny as well as previously a preschool teacher at a daycare. Working at the daycare I had the opportunity to work with infants, toddlers, preschool aged children, as well as children with special needs. As a caregiver I understand it is...
Julianna can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Lesley M.


Palmdale, CA

$30-50/hr4 yrs exp

Experienced Registered Behavior Technician And Sitter

Hi! My name is Lesley and I have four years of experiencing working in this field. I have worked as a registered behavior technician for 3+ years. My experience includes working with children of all ages and disorders. Additionally, I am CPR certified and hold my applied behavior analysis technician certification. If you have...
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Raquel B.


Palmdale, CA

$22-24/hr2 yrs exp

With a passion for supporting children with special needs, I bring a wealth of experience and expertise to my role. I hold a current Registered Behavior Analyst Intern (RBAI) credential and have worked extensively as an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provider for children aged 2 to 16. My professional journey has equipped me...
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Virginia G.


Palmdale, CA

$15-20/hr10 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Virginia and I'm a certified child care development nanny with over 15 years of experience. I've provided exceptional care for many families and their children ages ranging from newborn to teens. I myself am a mother of two, aged 12 and 17. I love kids, I am enthusiastic, fun, nurturing, I am punctual,...
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Emily S.


Palmdale, CA

$18-20/hr4 yrs exp

I Love To Help Those In Need

I have experience in senior care and assisting with any needs that need to be met. I love to be of help and have experience in bathing/dressing, medical management, special needs and more.
Emily can also help with: Errands, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, dementia & more
Skills:

CPR

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Louise T.


Palmdale, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

I have compassion in helping people who are in needs (health wise). I have good understanding and patience in dealing with special needs patients. I took care an autism young boy for almost 2 yrs in NY part time and have more than 4 yrs of taking care senior people who are in needs of care.
I have a total of 13 years of experience working with clients with different diagnoses. I provide companionship also full assistance with all daily living activities such as bathing grooming feeding, Physical exercise .
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Patti S.


Palmdale, CA

$16-19/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Person

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm always willing to help anybody that needs help I'm always willing to always be there I have experience of 20years I'm a caregiver II have worked in nursing homes I have my shots I love my job I am a CNA. My schedule is flexibility I am reliable I have a car. I love to help people I have my own car.
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Courtney D.


Palmdale, CA

$18-19/hr7 yrs exp

Weekend Babysitter Available

28-Year-old special education instructional assistant looking for part time work preferably in the evening. I love working around children so babysitting is another cup of tea for me :) I have a BA degree in business management and an AA In social science. I worked for the school bus company transporting students with special...
Courtney can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Gisella P.


Palmdale, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hello I Love Working With Kids I Have Been Know As The Family And Family Friend Babysitter

Hello I'm a 19-year-old in home nanny I have years of experience with all ages as well as special needs feel free to message me
Gisella can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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Mariela A.


Palmdale, CA

$16-21/hr1 yrs exp

I can help with helping patients get dressed, eat, bathe and complete light housekeeping duties, such as dishes or folding laundry. Caretakers plan, prepare and monitor meals. Potentially run errands, remind patients of medications and escort them to events. Etc..
I have worked with children, primarily those with special needs, in home and in the school setting. I do behavioral respite for children with disabilities, and have done so for the past three years. I am trustworthy, great with children, and I plan on applying to Occupational Therapy school this year, so that I can continue...
Patrick can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Patrick C.


Palmdale, CA

$20-35/hr5 yrs exp

Behavioral Specialist And Care Provider. I Have Worked With Those Who Have A Wide Range Of Disabilities!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in many settings for those who are mentally and/or physically disabled. I have worked in the school system as a one on one aide for children with a wide range of disabilities, but primarily those with autism. During my three years there I worked hand in hand with special education teachers, occupational therapists,...

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