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Elena P.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Full Time Part Time

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My name is Thess, I am responsible , loving person and I am passionate about everything I do and I love children, I believed that children deserve love and dignity and should care for a though they are your own family.
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Lauren D.


Santa Cruz, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Creative, Patient, And Fun Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As an accounting professional and proud aunty, I still enjoy working with kids as I did all through my school years. While saving for home improvement projects, I'm excited to be back to care. com to build on 15+ years of childcare experience. I appreciate working with all ages and meeting each child where their age, interest,...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Tara P.


Cupertino, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a hardworking household helper that would love to assist you. I specialize in organizing any space you may need. Would love to also help with laundry, light cleaning chores, food prep, errands/grocery shopping and whatever else that helps your life run smoother. I'm flexible, manage my time well, and am dependable....
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Grace M.


Cupertino, CA

$25-35/hr2 yrs exp

Loving And Hardworking Caretaker/ Nanny!

I have been working with special needs children and adults for 2 years. I am very experienced with challenging behavior and being able to redirect. I am also first aid/ CPR certified. I have my license and my own car!
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Kyndall A.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-39/hr10 yrs exp

I am a 39-year-old mother of one who has a fondness How for all animals, including larger, breeds, and animals with special needs. I am a board-certified behavior analyst who's worked with children ages three months to 24 years of age with varying levels of developmental disabilities, including a specialty in behavioral...
Kyndall can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Samantha C.


Santa Cruz, CA

$19-50/hr4 yrs exp

Samantha UCSC 3rd Year Chemistry Student

Hello! My name is Samantha and I am currently a student at UCSC. I have more than 4 years of childcare experience, from working as a counselor at summer camps and babysitting in my home town. I have experience with special needs children as well! I'd describe my personality as bubbly, friendly and caring I started working...
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Angela C.


Cupertino, CA

$35-42/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Angela I live in San Jose My daughter is in college I have 20+yrs of experience Working with families for long term From newborn to highschool ADHD and Autism newborn-12 I can help With anything around the house, Cleaning, cooking, errands. I was family assistant in Los Gatos But kids they are going to...
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Taylor W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

Hello! My name is Taylor, and I am a 24-year-old UCSC graduate. I have 5+ years of experience caring for children ranging from 3 mo - 10 years old. Additionally, for the past 2 years, I worked extensively with adults and the elderly (ages 20-85) as a case manager and mental health worker, both in residential care and...
Taylor can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Allison P.


Cupertino, CA

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Special needs

Hi! I'm Allie, a 25-year-old certified Early Childhood Educator (ECE) with a passion for working with children, including those with ADHD, Autism, and other special needs. I've worked as a Behavioral Health Technician providing ABA therapy to children ages 18 months to 3 years, and I'm CPR and First Aid certified. I currently...
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Kyndall A.


Santa Cruz, CA

$24-35/hr10 yrs exp

Board Certified Behavior Analysis

I am currently a board certified Behavior analysis and have been for the last 10 years. I've worked both in private settings in-home clinic based and within the community. I've also had experience working with the school systems and group home care. I worked with children as young as 18 months up to adults at the age of 35 with...
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Torey P.


Felton, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Kind, Creative, Athletic Caregiver

I am a kind, compassionate, and reliable caregiver looking for a long-term position in the Santa Cruz area. I have had experience working with individuals with a wide variety of needs, and I bring a hard-working attitude and a willingness to assist families with whatever it is they need support with. I am an excellent cook with...
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Amrita M.


Los Gatos, CA

$25-40/hr2 yrs exp

During high school, I worked as a middle school math teacher and an assistant English teacher. I also volunteered to teach skiing to children with special needs. In college, I was an Economics tutor. After graduating in 2022, I volunteered at Higher Achievement, a nonprofit that provides mentorship to children in underserved...
Amrita can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
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Jasmine M.


Cupertino, CA

$30/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hi there! My name is Jasmine and I am 25 years old. I've graduated from Sacramento State University and pursued my dream in getting my Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice. Being the eldest of 3, I understand the importance of staying on task whether it be practices, after school activities or homework. I have always given my...
Jasmine can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Olivia Rose W.


Santa Cruz, CA

$22-32/hr3 yrs exp

Olivia W From Santa Cruz, CA

I'm an outgoing and artsy college student at UC Santa Cruz majoring in education, and I love to work with kids! I have 3 years of childcare experience, plus on and off sitter jobs on the side for about 6 years. I also have 11 years of music theory knowledge. I can help with housekeeping and swimming supervision, as well as arts...
Olivia Rose can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Chelcie B.


Los Gatos, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Understanding Helper

I'm neurodivergent and am transitioning from 10 years of nannying to part time social media management. I'm definitely a caregiver by nature and am hoping to find someone who could use my help a few hours a week.

Katie L.


Ben Lomond, CA

$17-25/hr3 yrs exp

Nurturing and Caring Sitter

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I worked with Children on the autism spectrum. Each individual that I worked with was very special to me. I have always been very patient and observant and with those qualities I learned a lot about the children I worked with. One girl love to listen to me read the Cat in the Hat while another boy I worked with loved to get his...
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"Katie worked for our family for 9 months, picking up our 9 year old twin boys after school, taking them to local parks, lunch, music lessons, etc., then to home for homework and dinner. During the summer she worked full time and had the boys all day long. One of...

Gary W.

Hello, I have been a nanny for a 1-year-old boy in his home. I have also watched a family friend's son who was about 18 months. I currently work at a school for 2 years now with 3rd and 4th graders as a teacher aide, with some special needs as well. I have 4 siblings and 2 nephews that I watched growing up as well.
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sanne M.


Felton, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Seeking A Live-in Full Time Caregiver Position

Seeking: Full time Live-In Caregiver position for female consumer in the Santa Cruz area. I'm a responsible caregiver/teacher with over 15 years professional experience in all age groups. I'm experienced in the field of special needs, developmental disabilities and physical disabilities. I like to promote physical, emotional...
Sanne can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, personal care, live-in home care, errands
Skills:

CPR

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Somaia N.


Los Gatos, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

Hi, This is Somaia, the best part of my job is working and helping people, when I help them k feel more confident, safe, happy and more responsible for themselves .. I like to be a med tech and a care partner. Thank you see you soon. I'd describe my personality as , Responsible, Respectful, Caring love and help. I like caring...

Nicolette H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr2 yrs exp

Experienced Supportive Living Caregiver Looking For New Clients

I am a professional caregiver for adults with disabilities. I value my clients independence, decision- making skills and individual interests. I have professional experience caring for adults with developmental and physical disabilities as well as complex medical needs. I love getting to know my clients on a personal level and...

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