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Special needs caregivers in Del Mar, CA

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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: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Ewa K.


Carlsbad, CA

$28-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior care taker!

5.0

(1)

13 year's experience with Alzheimer's Dementia , patient , 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: Hospice services, mobility assistance, dementia, companionship, meal prep, home modification & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

Home Health Aide

CNA

5.0
"Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle,...

Sara Z.

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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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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: Live-in home care, dementia, personal care, hospice services
Skills:

CNA

Home Health Aide

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Lois K.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

4.4

(7)

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: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Lois is an incredibly kind and reliable nanny! I always trust that the kids are in good hands, and my girls love when Lois comes to play! Lois always seems to have very flexible availability and is willing to stay later or come earlier if requested. She is...

Elli C.

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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:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Erika has been watching my 2 rambunctious boys for a few weeks now. She is absolutely wonderful, she plans activities for them, takes them to the park and treats them great. Also, her communication is great and she's been super reliable. Thanks, erika!"

Samantha D.

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Valentina M.


Encinitas, CA

$17-20/hr3 yrs exp

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Hi _____. In case you are in need of a babysitter i'm available Monday to Friday from 5 p.m. until needed or weekend upon agreed schedule. Feel free to send a text:)! *ABOUT ME* I'd describe my personality as fun, independent, and easy going. I started working with kids since I was in high school. I would occasionally...
Valentina can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Very attentive and caring with our baby girl. :)"

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Natalie B.


Cardiff by the Sea, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Holistic Nanny Available On Weekday Mornings - CPR & First Aid Certified

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! Are you looking for an experienced nanny to help out part time with your little? I'm Natalie, Nanny and, Postpartum Doula and Infant Care Specialist with a strong focus on holistic childcare. I'm dedicated to working with families who have infants and toddlers, offering support in emotional and social development to...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie nannied for our 9 month old for 3 days while I was on a work trip. This was my daughter’s first experience with a nanny and Natalie handled it like a champ! She was extremely patient and sweet when our daughter was experiencing separation anxiety and kept...

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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: Hospice services, live-in home care, dementia, light cleaning, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

Wound Care

CPR

5.0
"Fatimah is a very caring person .She cheers me up all the time. I have good memories of chatting with her and playing cards!"

Hafsah A.

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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: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"I interviewed Jacqueline for a nanny position for our infant. I interviewed her both over the phone and in person and she was prepared each time. I was very impressed by her! It is obvious that she is passionate about this career. Although we went in a different...

Irene M.

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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:

Early Education

First Aid

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.

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: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Esme M.


San Diego, CA

$24-50/hr3 yrs exp

About Me

I come with a varied skill set ranging from working with older adults to young children with special needs. My experience in ABA therapy and caregiving has equipped me with skills for handling any household and situation, and my time as a private tutor has allowed me to practice developing close bonds with students. I am a...
Esme can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Catherine S.


San Diego, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time

I currently work as a Registered Nurse full time but would love to help you care for your littles or your elderly parents that might need some extra help in my free time. I would love to help out with your special needs kiddos whether it's those who might have special medical needs or those who may need a patient, understanding...
Catherine can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Stephanie A.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr7 yrs exp

Fun And Caring Sitter Who Loves Kids!

I am currently a certified substitute teacher and work with children from all ages in a classroom setting! I also have multiple of years of experience working with children from working in kids clubs at gyms, volunteering at the children's ministry in church, part time nannying, and babysitting. I have cared for multiple...
Stephanie can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
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Kendell B.


Encinitas, CA

$30-50/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Nanny

Hello, I'm Kendell, a compassionate caregiver specializing in special needs support. With a deep understanding of individualized care, I'm committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment. Whether it's providing personal care, facilitating activities, or offering a patient ear, I'm here to ensure a comfortable and...
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Zoe E.


Carlsbad, CA

$30-50/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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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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: Hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

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Erin C.


San Diego, CA

$45/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Nursing Student Looking For Part Time Work!

I have been caring for children for quite some time. Every summer in college I had a full time nanny position caring for three young girls. Since then I have babysat on and off for family and friends. I love spending time with children, especially my niece who just turned 1 in May. Additionally, I have experience with children...
Erin can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Del Mar, CA

Ewa K.

5.0

Ewa and Gosia took care of my mother in the last 2 weeks of her life. I had been caring for her on my own and was stressed and exhausted. They came and everything changed. I had a life back and knew that mom was getting excellent care. They were kind, gentle, loving but firm with mom-getting her up...

- Sara Z.

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.

Lois K.

5.0

Lois was excellent with my two girls - she was always on time if not early to appointments, had a great attitude and provided a lot of fun activities for the girls. They were with their previous nanny since they were born, so we thought the transition would be difficult, but Lois handled it like a...

- Tina L.

Erika Z.

5.0

Erika has been watching my 2 rambunctious boys for a few weeks now. She is absolutely wonderful, she plans activities for them, takes them to the park and treats them great. Also, her communication is great and she's been super reliable. Thanks, erika!

- Samantha D.

Valentina M.

5.0

Very attentive and caring with our baby girl. :)

- Care member

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