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Jaydin N.


La Jolla, CA

$35-50/hr

Loving & Personable CNA

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Professional Childcare 3+ Yrs Certified Nursing Assistant- Special Needs & Medical Care Experience Psychology & Health Educated
Jaydin can also help with: Live-in home care, light cleaning, respite care, dementia, errands, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Hayli S.


La Jolla, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Full/Part Time Caregiver-Special Needs-Nanny Available

Hi I'm Hayli :) I am 28 years old, and I have had the joy of providing child-care for families for over 10 years. I love getting to be a part of the magic that is being a child, and getting to see the world through their eyes. I facilitate a space for learning, adventure, and discovery. I value creativity, and giving kids ample...
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Pablo C.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

Compassionate Senior Caregiver With Experience In Teaching.

I worked 3 years in Los Angeles School District in special education. I am compassionate with those with special needs. I am very active and always willing to learn more in the field of education and special needs.
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Sophia F.


La Jolla, CA

$18-50/hr5 yrs exp

UCSD Student With Years Of Babysitting Experience

Hey! I am a student at UCSD studying Cognitive Science and looking to earn some money in the side :) I grew up with a younger sister who has special needs and 4 step-siblings who I took care of whenever my parents needed and extra hand, so my experience started before I began officially taking babysitting jobs in my neighborhood...
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Jordan D.


San Diego, CA

$23-30/hr2 yrs exp

Registerted Behavior Therapist (RBT) !

Hi there! I am currently working as an RBT with kiddos/young adults of all ages (3yrs-20+yrs). I provide behavior therapy to kiddos across school, home, and community settings. I bring compassion & creativity to all the time I spend with my kiddos and absolutely love getting to know each of their individual personalities and...
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Hannah N.


Encinitas, CA

$10-15/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time (summer) Special Needs Provider Available

I joined the club Best Buddies my sophomore year of high school, and the rest is history. The club, which fosters friendships between students with and without disabilities, paired me with a student with moderate autism. I formed a strong bond with the student and his family, and even worked for his family as a respite care...
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Cailey G.


San Diego, CA

$18-22/hr4 yrs exp

I have worked with kids for the past four years. I have babysat for families with up to four kids, with ages ranging from 3-10 years old. Duties regarding these jobs including cooking dinner for the kids, entertaining them for a couple of hours, and make sure that they were put to bed on time. I have also nannied for a family...
Cailey can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I've been working in childcare for over seven years, and I'm currently employed as a behavioral technician. I'm patient and attentive, and I enjoy spending my free time doing yoga, reading, journaling, cooking, and exploring my love of nutrition, health, and animal rescue. I'm a homebody that loves nature. I believe clear and...
Daniela can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Emily S.


Encinitas, CA

$20-35/hr

Full-Time Caregiver

Through my undergraduate and graduate program, I have gained a vast amount of knowledge and skills regarding the field of Special Education. In my previous educator role, I served as a full-time intern at an inclusive elementary school where I worked with third grade students with mild-moderate disabilities. My certification...
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Grace K.


La Jolla, CA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Grace K From La Jolla, Ca

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Grace, and I am eager to share my childcare services with any family in need of help! I grew up in the Bird Rock community and have been providing nanny services since the 7th grade. I have an unconditional love for children and I have worked with kids of all ages, from 1-month-old babies to teenagers. I also have...
Grace can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

Hello! My name is Shakaira, I am familiar with helping those in need as a worked in the medical field since I was in high school (11th-12th grade BOCES) & have worked in a hospital as well as have taken care of my nieces who 2 have ADHD & 1 has Autism . I take care of them when my uncle is too busy, I love it! I am certified in...
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Ava P.


La Jolla, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Hi!! I love working with kids of all ages. I worked as a nanny as well as in a daycare for 4 years, and currently as a camp counselor/ director in the summer. I am in my second year at UCSD and am looking for new families to babysit / nanny for. I have experience with all ages, as well as kids with medical and special needs. I'm...
Ava can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Donna S.


Carlsbad, CA

$17-20/hr1 yrs exp

Child Disability Care

I have worked 7 months with a 5-year-old who has Agenesis of corpus callosum (ACC) a rare disorder that is present at birth (congenital). It is characterized by a partial or complete absence (agenesis) of an area of the brain that connects the two cerebral hemispheres. Due to the he had trouble walking, was not speaking at all,...
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Daniela H.


San Diego, CA

$22-35/hr2 yrs exp

Behavioral Technician / Studing For RBT

I have been employed with an ABA company, as well have been a nanny for a children on the spectrum, ADHD, developmental disabilities, early childhood trauma, non-verbal and behavioral issues. I normally am able to work with clients prone to violence however I'm newly pregnant and had to be taken off my last case due to the...
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Amanda M.


Carlsbad, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Case Manager

I have a passion for working with children and a love for working with people with special needs. I have been doing so for nearly all of my working career. I have a zest for life that is difficult to recreate and a passion for seeing others succeed that is unmatched.
Amanda can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 daughters and a set of twins. I've taught 14 years special education at a local high school. I'm a independent living coach for special needs adults. Good communication multitasking and self-advocacy are all parts of my nature. I love sports, outdoors, the beach and my family. I coach in my community. Fun is a daily...
Lisa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Miranda F.


San Diego, CA

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

I have 4 years of childcare experience ranging from ages 0+. I have ran various kids camps, after school activities, lifeguarded, and babysat. I have 2 years of experience with special needs.
Miranda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Amber A.


San Diego, CA

$24-38/hr5 yrs exp

Hi there, my name is Amber and I am an energetic and positive individual with a background in childcare and elderly patients with dementia and other cognitive impairments. I have my CNA, First Aid and HHA certifications through the state of California and I'm currently in school for nursing with a background in healthcare...
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Lisa H.


Solana Beach, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Careful Creative And Fun

I taught high school special ed for 14 years. I've been an independent living coach for special needs adults for 8 years. Experience as PA managing an estate in Fairbanks for over 5 years. I have 4daughters a set of twins So multitasking management and self-advocacy comes as no surprise. I love my family, friends, and sports....
Lisa can also help with: Personal care, dementia, light cleaning
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Ely E.


San Diego, CA

$18-25/hr9 yrs exp

Special Education Technician

I've been working side by side with Children with Special Needs for 9 years now with a School District. I help with learning, behavior intervention, toileting, feeding, and classroom set up. My current students are aged from 3-5 and are severely Autistic. I feel extremely rewarded to be able to work with such a wonderful group...

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