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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$30-32/hr5 yrs exp

Qualified Travel/ Career Nanny

5.0

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As a caretaker and nanny, I have a passion for helping families provide the best care for their loved ones. I have extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to children, seniors, and individuals with special needs. My approach is patient, kind, and respectful, and I always strive to create a safe and...
Jumai can also help with: Companionship, dementia, errands, light cleaning, live-in home care, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"Jumai is really sweet and amazing. She did a wonderful job taking care of my dad who is super picky about certain caregivers. On top of that, she is super kind, warm, and professional. Often times she even went above and beyond the call of duty. She went out of her...

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Marina B.


Irvine, CA

$27-50/hr6 yrs exp

Part- Time Care Giver For Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a...

Shannon F.

I have been in the ABA field for over 2 years now. I have worked with infants, toddlers, young adults. I am currently in my graduate program for MSW to become a medical social worker. I ensure all the individuals feel cared for, heard and understood. I work with compassion and great care.
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Brianna R.


Mission Viejo, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Born To Be A Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I was a full time nanny for four years and am now a special needs educator and have been for the past four years while continuing to babysit for families on occasion. I have experienced just about anything you could throw at me. I love taking the kids to the park, pool, and...
Brianna can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely recommend Brianna."

Ellie Z.

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Logan J.


Irvine, CA

$27-31/hr2 yrs exp

Gentle & Fun Nanny With Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Logan but I prefer to go by Loge, like Logan minus the "an". I am 26 years young and currently study Geography and Geospatial Sciences at Oregon State University. While I finish up the remainder of my degree online I work full-time as a nanny and personal trainer. I have been a nanny since 2020 working with multiple...
Logan can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Logan as a nanny to my youngest daughter. Logan was great and the best decision I made for nanny care. Unfortunately due to wage increases, I had to let Logan go. Although she doesn't nanny for me full time, she occasionally babysits. She is trustworthy and...

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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Aileen

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Looking for part time Monday-Friday. I currently work with children and have years of experience at a school with children with special needs. I'm very loyal, patient, and kind. I have experience with health and fitness so I'm very active.
Aileen can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her...

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Jumai B.


Tustin, CA

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Caring For Your Loved Ones

I am here to help your loved one feel comfortable. To make their daily life more enjoyable. My clients are not just clients; they are my friends, and I enjoy seeing them happy.
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Aileen R.


Lake Forest, CA

$24/hr2 yrs exp

Today Is A Good Day For Someone To Care.

I'd describe my personality as loyal sensitive responsible I like caring for seniors because I think they need to feel that people are here for them and they are not alone. I'm looking for a job that I can help others and make their day a little easier knowing someone can help when needed I started caring for seniors...
Aileen can also help with: Meal prep, dementia, errands, companionship, light cleaning, transportation & more
Skills:

CNA

5.0
"Aileen was a pleasure have as a caretaker: she is enthusiastic, creative and engaged."

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Veronica B.


Tustin, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Sweet, Responsible Part Time Care Giver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Veronica, I am 28 years old and I currently work for the Santa Ana Unified School District in the Adult Transition Program as a paraprofessional for students who are severely disabled. The class where I work is called medically fragile, there I get to work with young adults between the ages of 17-23. I have gained so...
5.0
"Veronica was a perfect fit for special needs . 1 on 1 aid at. school district giver her a great ability to have hands on with all the g-tube,trachea,pure food, feeding and liquids,diaper changes , lifts... sorry i am short handing but if you have a...

Dale N.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver / Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Sara. I am interested in your Babysitting/Nanny job opportunity and want to share some information about myself. I have been a Babysitter/Nanny/Caregiver for over 15 years. I worked for over 10 years with elementary & middle school children most of them with multiple special needs. As a Nanny it is my joy to...
Sara can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, light cleaning
5.0
"Stern, no none sense and respect is of up most value."

Armando P.

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Tamara A.


Mission Viejo, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Law Student - Occasional Sitter/Tutor

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Tamara :) I'm 28 & a law student, available for date nights/weekends! I have babysat for the past nine years, and have experience providing support for families with special needs kids (autism, down syndrome, cerebral palsy, epilepsy). I have experience with all ages, including newborns as young as two weeks. I...
Tamara can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Kylee B.


Mission Viejo, CA

$21-24/hr10 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist/BCAT/Instructional Aide

Hello! I'm an experienced caregiver with 9 years of hands-on experience providing compassionate, reliable, and personalized care. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, which allows me to better understand and meet the emotional, developmental, and behavioral needs of those I care for. Throughout my career, I have worked with...
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Isaiah S.


Tustin, CA

$27/hr5 yrs exp

Isaiah Experience

Worked with special needs for 5 years. Severe and mild individuals. Did so both in home services, community services and in school
Isaiah can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I have 7 years in child care. I am a psychology student finishing my Associate this June. I'm am also a student at Dallas University where I'm pursuing bachelor in Nursing. I have experience with special need children. I am reliable, loving, hardworking, fun and physically fit.
Florence can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Special Needs Care

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Pattarasaya D.


Irvine, CA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Passionate Babysitter | Encouraging Growth, Fun & Development For Every Child

I have a degree in Physical Therapy and am currently studying Surgical Technology. I have two years of experience as a babysitter, specializing in caring for children ages 1 to 3 years old. I focus on their developmental improvement by creating fun, engaging, and educational activities. I am CPR-certified, have a reliable car,...
Pattarasaya can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Violeta! (: I am a babysitter/nanny located in Southern California. I have 4+ years experience working with children. I have worked with newborns, toddlers, children, as well as children and pre teens with special needs. I've worked in homes as well as in a more professional school environment. I absolutely love working...
Violeta can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

With more than 8 years of experience in caregiving, I'd describe my personality as competent, compassionate and committed healthcare worker I like caring for seniors because I have the passion of helping others. I find fulfillment in providing support and assistance to those in need particularly the elderly and people with...
Rowena can also help with: Mobility assistance, light cleaning, home modification, errands, meal prep, live-in home care & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

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Linda B.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$18-25/hr10 yrs exp

Retired Nurse Available For Part-time Elder And Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Linda and I am a retired RN who is available to help with your part-time care needs. I have extensive experience with both special needs children (Down syndrome) and elder care, including dementia, post-stroke and post-surgical support. I'm happy to help with everything from medication management to companion...
Linda can also help with: Personal care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, meal prep, dementia & more
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Diana R.


Tustin, CA

$22/hr3 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter And Pet Sitter/walker. Experienced With Special Needs Children

Worked at an in home private school for children with special needs where I tutored children, from the ages 5-18, in all academic areas and supervised them during recess. Volunteered at an early childhood education center where I prepared various lessons for the toddlers, read to them, and supervised them during play time. Have...
Diana can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Haley V.


Lake Forest, CA

$25-40/hr1 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver, Petsitter, And Childcare Provider.

Hello, my name is Haley. I am a loving and compassionate caregiver, petsitter, and childcare provider looking to help where I am needed, and make a difference in the lives' of everyone I meet. I have experience working with children, seniors, and adults with special needs. Volunteering with my city, I have over 6 years of...
Haley can also help with: Transportation, companionship, light cleaning, errands, meal prep, personal care & more

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Foothill Ranch, CA

Jumai B.

5.0

Last summer, Jumai, who goes by the name Mai, took care of our 2-year-old son. We couldn't have been happier with her services. Our son adored her. Every day, Mai would bring toys and play with him before dinner, creating a joyful atmosphere. She would also feed him his meals and put him to bed,...

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Marina B.

5.0

I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable IF you work with him the right way. Since she has a family member with special needs, she...

- Shannon F.

Brianna R.

5.0

Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely recommend Brianna.

- Ellie Z.

Logan J.

5.0

We hired Logan to take care of our toddler and it has been a great decision. Not only is our daughter well cared for when she's with Logan but she also takes care of our home and keeps it tidy. A huge thing for me was to find someone that would engage our daughter and help limit her TV time, Logan...

- Justyne W.

Aileen R.

5.0

5 STARS +++ Aileen is a very rare special soul! She is exceptionally skilled in all levels. She shows she cares in so many ways and is extremely thoughtful and loving! She is: Trustworthy, Efficient, loyal, dependable, honest, hard working, & multitasking is her specialty. Honestly I don’t think...

- Care member

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