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Tony B.


Del Mar, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi! I am a very reliable, patient person who has been working with kids/adults with disabilities for the last couple of years. I am a full time instructional assistant working at an adult transition program called coast academy! I love doing creative activities and am comfortable in almost any situation.
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Tony B.


Del Mar, CA

$25/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a warm-hearted and responsible childcare provider passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. I am a full time Instructional Assistant working with kids with disabilities and special needs. With three years of experience caring for children of various ages, I have the skills and experience to provide a safe...
Tony can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ewa K.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care taker!

5.0

(2)

13 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia , Hospice care , HHA license, CPR special training program for DSP ( Special Needs patient ) CNA school . TB test , criminal background, Amazing reference from Patient and family members Dog friendly
Ewa can also help with: Companionship, home modification, dementia, meal prep, hospice services, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

CPR

5.0
"Working with Ewelina is a pleasure! She’s very attentive and professional. I can recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver! "

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Zoe E.


Carlsbad, CA

$15-25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am young professional newer to the area. I have experience caring for children from age 1 to 12 and have worked with special needs before. I was a student-athlete throughout college so I love spending time outside and being active with kids. I also love doing crafts or baking!
Zoe can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great questions and showed up on time! We loved that she was a...

Dion B.

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Yamell E.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Caregiver , Care Companion Available FT 20 Years Experience Bilingual English And Spanish

Nanny caregiver bilingual English Spanish full time available 10 years of experience in senior care and more than 20 in childcare . 2 years experience in special needs, kind , compassionate, responsible and I love to help people to feel better CPR FIRST AID CLEAN BACK GROUND
Yamell can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CPR

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Alexia Victoria M.


San Diego, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hey, How Are You? My Name Is Alexia

4.0

(4)

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Live-out Position Hello! My name is Alexia, and I'm from Brazil. I'm 24 years old. I have 20, 000 hours of childcare experience. I have cared for children of various ages, including those with autism, which has given me a lot of patience and a deep understanding of different needs. Experienced in working with children with...
Alexia Victoria can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Alexia is fantastic with my 2 children. She takes the initiative to get to know them, keeps them engaged, and ensures they are having fun. She also helps me with some household chores, which helps me a lot!! She is both caring and proactive, and my children...

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Hannah E.


La Jolla, CA

$15-22/hr9 yrs exp

Experienced And Equipped!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old! I have experience with special needs children and children who need extra attention and care. I also have 5+ years of tutoring experience and am very passionate about teaching! I am the oldest of eight siblings! I love hiking, writing poetry, reading, and going to the beach!...
Hannah can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Hannah is excellent with my kids, who are 6 years old and 3 years old. She engages them effectively through games and activities. Hannah is punctual and very responsive. The kids and I really appreciate her creativity and positive outlook. Will definitely be hiring...

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr10 yrs exp

Certified Nursing Assistant Of 18 Years Looking For Part Time Or Full Time Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been working with seniors for 18 years now. I'm punctual, caring, hard working and am ready to work with your loved one. I've worked with children with special needs, and the senior community. I have excellent references and experiences that can contribute to me working with your loved one. My experience includes the...
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!"

Cathy J.

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Annie S.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr

Compassionate And Responsible Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I love working with special needs children and adults. I have a BA in Education from the University of San Diego. In college I gained experience by working in as a Teacher's Aide and thru several practicums. I have great compassion and enjoy working with others. I am a responsible person and make sure I follow thru with...
5.0
"Annie is very professional and punctual."

Derek H.

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Shirley D.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Being A Care Giver Is Not Just An Experience But A Loving Heart To Care For The Elderly

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I really love taking care for a senior., child care and special needs.. is not a just a job but a passion and dedication to take care of the person who needs more care love and compassion. Im very caring and loving person.
Shirley can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, hospice services, personal care
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Lois K.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...
Lois can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Lois was a wonderful babysitter for my son, starting when he was around 15 months old. Over the three months she was with us, she taught him so many fun things, like painting and introducing him to Minnie Mouse, which he still loves to this day. Lois even helped...

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Kendell B.


Encinitas, CA

$30-150/hr10 yrs exp

Kid Lover And Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I'm Kendell, an experienced and nurturing nanny excited to bring a blend of care and creativity to your home. With a genuine passion for fostering children's development and a knack for turning everyday moments into memorable adventures, I'm here to provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment for your little...
Kendell can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"We had the pleasure of having Kendell as our caregiver, and I can’t recommend her enough. She is exceptionally professional, reliable, and caring. Her ability to connect with our child and provide them with gentle guidance while making every day fun was awesome....

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Erika Z.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Babysitter

Hi! I have over 15 years of experience working professionally with kids. I worked as a licensed speech/language therapist assistant for over 10 years. I worked with preschool to middle school. I worked in a health clinic, private practice and schools. I'm bilingual Spanish/English. I'm a mom to a now 16-year-old boy with special...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Erika was so professional and kind. I will be definitely using her again and I definitely recommend her services to anyone looking:)"

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Robyn K.


Encinitas, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 17 families in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for over 12 years specializing in infant and toddler care, but have worked with children of all ages. I was employed by the same family for 5 years, until their children started school. I am currently working for 2 doctors caring for a 11-month-old, I have been with this family since the baby was 8 weeks. I...
Robyn can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Robyn was wonderful. She took such great care of my son and daughter when I had a surgery. She caught my son’s ear infection before it got bad and she took him to the doctor and got him on meds before he really showed big signs of an infection. She also organized...

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Fatimah A.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Home Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Fatima, I am a dedicated and compassionate Senior Care Provider with over 10 years of experience delivering exceptional in-home and facility-based care to clients. Adept at addressing personal, medical, and emotional needs of individuals while ensuring their dignity and comfort. Certified Home Care Aide (HHA) in...
Fatimah can also help with: Companionship, errands, dementia, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

Home Health Aide

5.0
"She was great at taking care of me. She was with me for over a year. She went above and beyond in fulfilling her duties with me. I am very confident that whoever hires her will be highly satisfied with her skills.I highly recommend her. I loved her smile and her...

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Jacqueline M.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny\ Short Term House\pet Sitter Available

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

My lifelong goal has always been to be wife and a mother. One of my favorite parts is the personal connection I get to create with a family and the children. My dream is to find a "forever family" to grow with and stay with for the long term! I have cared for many multiple kid families, infant, and children with special needs!...
Jacqueline can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Nanny Jacqueline has taken wonderful care of our baby from the time he was six weeks old to the present. On occasion, she has watched all three of our boys (who are a handful!) and has done so with patience, grace and creativity. She is also great with dogs,...

Danielle B.

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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a mom of 2 boys who are grown ups now and presently working with 3 to 5-year-old kids with special needs at School District. I'm good dealing with kids because I know they are angels. I can give you my references in case you need it to prove how I'm good with them.
Skills:

CNA

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"I can not say enough about Ely! She has been with us for close to 5 years, and has become a wonderful addition to our family! She is always on time with a loving smile on her face when she walks through the door! She has helped tremendously with my 3 children along...

Kara S.

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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
Caitlin can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Caitlin has a parent's understanding of special needs children and an adult child's understanding of parental illness. Clearly, she manages the gamut in-between. Caitlin is thoughtful, honest, direct, and has always displayed age and developmental appropriate care....

Terri W.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have never worked for special needs people but I have a cousin with Down syndrome that I have been around often. I'm a very caring, loving and patient person. Everyone loves to be around me - give me a chance and see for yourself.
5.0
"Ellie enjoys getting to know and take care of children. She is dependable and has looked after my twin infants throughout the summer. She often offers to help with prepping the kids things and around the house when she can. She has been a big help when I needed it...

Jeff S.

Hello, I'm Brittany! With over a decade of experience in child development and education, I bring a well-rounded and compassionate approach to childcare. My experience includes assisting my mother in raising my younger brothers and volunteering in Sunday school for 3 to 5-year-olds. Professionally, I have served as a medical...
Brittany can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Del Mar, CA

Ewa K.

5.0

Working with Ewelina is a pleasure! She’s very attentive and professional. I can recommend her to anyone looking for a caregiver!

- Care member

Zoe E.

5.0

Warning - Two "type-A" parents here (tech and private equity types)- We hired Zoe to watch our twins while we were out at an event. First thing, she's great at communication. She was very clear, asked great questions and showed up on time! We loved that she was a college D1 athlete, which meant she...

- Dion B.

Alexia Victoria M.

5.0

Alexia is great! Our 16 month old a few times, and we like her so much we just hired her for the week while our Nanny is out.

- Care member

Hannah E.

5.0

Hannah is excellent with my kids, who are 6 years old and 3 years old. She engages them effectively through games and activities. Hannah is punctual and very responsive. The kids and I really appreciate her creativity and positive outlook. Will definitely be hiring Hannah again!

- Care member

Ely E.

5.0

Ely is AMAZING!!!!!!!! She has been helping with my 82 year old dad for a couple of months! She is a very hard worker- goes above and beyond expectations! She is kind and patient. Dependable. Punctual! And HONEST! She comes highly +++ recommend!

- Cathy J.

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