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Sophia T.


Fullerton, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Hello, My Name Is Sophia. I Am A 24 Year Old Recent College Graduate.

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I am a recent college graduate from California State University, Fullerton where I earned a degree in Psychology. I have over 8 years combined experience in working with children. While in college, I completed an internship where I was a teachers assistant in a special needs preschool. I coached gymnastics for 6 years and worked...
As a babysitter, I have had the privilege of caring for a sibling group of four (ages 5-10), sibling set of two (2, 4), sibling set of two (7, 9), autistic boy (9), single boy (8-10). Plan, prepare and arrange nutritious meals for children, Clean up dining area after meal, Adhere to particular dietary rules inside family, Keep...
Valerie can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance

Taylor J.


Cypress, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

An Experienced Babysitter With 4+ Years Of Experienced

4.5

(6)

My name is Taylor. I have extensive child care experience. While getting my BA in psychology I nannied for a family of 5 with 2 sets of twins as well as were many families date night/back up sitter. Once I relocated back to OC I began to provide respite care for families with children who have special needs. While doing that I...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"If you want someone who is truly a great caregiver, Taylor stands out. She is very loving, patient and dependable and so completely trustworthy in all ways. I give Taylor the highest marks possible!"

Teri J.

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Marianela G.


Brea, CA

$15-25/hr8 yrs exp

Professional For Over Eight Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a nanny for a sleep apnea infant to toddler. I have also worked with a 4-year-old who didn't walk talk and was fed with a G tube. I would change her diapers and was a 48 hour weekend nanny.
5.0
"Marianela was a wonderful sitter for my two boys. She has a very kind way about her. We will definitely contact her again for future jobs."

Victoria P.

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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Holli. I have worked in Special Education for over 20years with th Riverside Unified School District as a Para Professional. I currently work for Project TEAM which serves the special need/young adult population as an Occupational Trainer for over 8 years. I work one on one as well as train groups of students...
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Nicole L.


Orange, CA

$28-50/hr15 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I bring over a decade of experience as a dedicated nanny, mothers helper and home manager. My background includes caring for children of all ages including special needs (ABA trained) and fostering environments where they can thrive. My approach is characterized by patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for child...
Nicole can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I am delighted to share my exceptional experience with Nicole. Her positive attitude & unwavering commitment to excellence have set a new standard for housekeeping. Not only does she approach every task with remarkable enthusiasm, but she consistently goes above &...

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Kylie B.


Placentia, CA

$25-30/hr3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Kylie! I'm 22 years old and have a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology and minored in American Sign Language and Deaf culture. I am currently getting my master's degree in speech-language pathology. Majoring in speech pathology has given me the opportunity to take multiple child care and development classes. I...
Kylie can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Kylie is awesome. She is very punctual and dependable. Anytime she needed days off she always asked at least 2 days in advance. I never had to worry about if she would show up or not. And she had a good sense of humor about our joint endeavors to cook. 5/5 would...

Tamara C.

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Kelsey M.


Whittier, CA

$20-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Kelsey and as long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a mom! While I am currently single and not yet a mother, I find so much joy in taking care of other people's kiddos while they work! I worked as a preschool teacher for 4 years while attending school. I have 12 ECE units and one year of experience...
Kelsey can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Kelsey has watched my 2 young boys many many times over the years. She is incredible with babies and kids of all ages. My kids have always loved having Kelsey around. My older son is autistic, and he has always felt comfortable around Kelsey and I fully trust her...

Tara B.

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Michaela C.


La Mirada, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I am a current college student who is majoring in Elementary Education. I have experience working at an elementary and middle school and have also been a full time nanny. I am dependable, patient, hardworking and creative. I am fully capable to help your child with schoolwork or to help with their developmental needs and...
Michaela can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"I was able to meet Michaela over zoom ahead of time. She was extremely gracious as I was extremely late to our zoom meeting, but she was super sweet and patient with me and was willing to meet with us anyway! She was open and warm with myself and the kids. The day...

Jasmine C.

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Stephany R.


Whittier, CA

$28/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a preschool teacher looking for a new journey in my life. I love spending time with children, reading books and creating memorable activities. I'm patient, creative, fun and trustworthy. I'm looking to care for a child or two. I can create a routine and ensure your child has a great time while on my care. I like working...
Stephany can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Stephany watched my two kiddos - ages 3 & 1. She was so warm, wonderful and engaging with them! They really enjoyed their time with her. Stephany is very professional, responsive and reliable. I'm so glad we found her and to be working with her. She's amazing -...

Alexa O.

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Chea M.


La Palma, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

7 Years Autism Experience!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello. I am Chay and I have worked with kids that are now teenagers that have autism . Been taking care of special needs for over 14 years . I am very reliable and responsible. I am flexible as well . I have my own car and I am CPR certified. . I am with a amazing family now but they are moving and have to find another job . I...
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Nadia H.


Anaheim, CA

$19-23/hr9 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

I have 10+ years of experience and am currently still working in the field of special education and love it. I am very comfortable and capable when it comes to working with special needs personnel. I love taking care seniors:)
5.0
"Nadia is very caring and does her duties very professionally. "

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Special Education Caregiver/Nanny

I worked for Santa Ana USD for over 10 years in the special education department. Started with the elementary level promoted to middle and high school. Later with students who graduated from high school and became Regional Center clients. One of my responsibilities was to assist in their transition to become independent and deal...
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Oluwatosin A.


Anaheim, CA

$20-40/hr6 yrs exp

My name is Joy. I have over six years of experience working with special needs children in various capacities that care is needed. This includes autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome. I would describe myself as a compassionate, reliable, hardworking, observant and a patient person.
Oluwatosin can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Joy has exceeded all expectations. She is everything you want and need in a caregiver. She is very kind, patient, gentile, and quick to recognize when to be helpful. Joy is a very unique person. She is self motivated and willing to go above and beyond to help....

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Holli B.


Orange, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Responsible Nanny

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Holli. I am a proud single mother of one young adult daughter. I am highly compassionate, protective, nurturing and young at heart! I love children and have worked with them all my life in various settings. I have taken care of children in a school setting for over 22 years and in home care for over 25 years. I...
Holli can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I was beyond blessed to have found Holli! This review will probably be too small to say how amazing she was. I have twins who are preemies and they did just great with her! She loved them like their own children in a respectful manner. I never felt she gave them...

Alina C.

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Serafina M.


Anaheim, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Reliable, Trustworthy Caregiver

4.0

(4)

My name is Serafina, I am a Highly-dependable professional caregiver with good values, compassionate heart and over 10 years extensive for both adults and children with special needs. I have had experience with ages from 3 months to elderly with Down syndrome, Autism, Adhd, cancer, Alzheimer and more. I am well knowledgeable...
Serafina can also help with: Dementia, personal care, home modification, respite care
5.0
"Serafina has been our occasional caregiver for our mother for sometime now. She is very caring, patient and loves to help around the house. We have been very fortunate to have found her and highly recommended her to anyone. "

Lisa R.

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Sara Z.


Orange, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver/Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked at SAUSD with clients with special needs. Some with physical and/or mental challenges, I also work with several care giving agencies for over nine years, I am experienced working with clients with Alzheimer's , dementia, cancer, post surgery, also memory loss and/or mental disabilities, some of my responsibilities have...
Sara can also help with: Home modification, hospice services, personal care, dementia, live-in home care, visiting physician & more
5.0
"Sara commits to her job, she goes beyond the patients needs. She is also very knowledgeable, and trustworthy."

Lorena P.

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Xenith K.


Walnut, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Dedicated, Experienced, And Passionate Childcare Professional

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Compassionate, understanding, experienced and passionate childcare professional with over 10 years of hands-on experience in both professional and private settings. Devoted to providing a safe, motivating and a cultivating environment for children to learn and grow. Actively seeking a challenging and rewarding career in making a...
Xenith can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

5.0
"I am writing this review after our interview and based on communications thus far. She seems intelligent, articulate, professional and friendly. She is punctual, open minded, and asks the right questions. I will write another review of her after she has spent time...

Roger L.

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Elizabeth P.


Santa Ana, CA

$20-22/hr4 yrs exp

Baby Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 7 years of experience. I can also work with special needs children since I have experience as a behavior technician. Currently a Early Childhood major at Vanguard University!
Elizabeth can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
5.0
"Elizabeth is punctual and reliable. She is so sweet. Our baby fell in love with her right away. She's warm and friendly. Highly recommend her!"

Karla J.

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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: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
5.0
"I just hired Sara a few days ago and feel that she will be a valuable addition to our family. She's very sweet , caring and professional. I hope that this will be with us for a long time."

Shahla B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fullerton, CA

Taylor J.

5.0

Easy communication and did a great job caring for my infant son when I had a business function I couldn't miss. Would certainly hire again.

- Dale T.

Marianela G.

5.0

Marianela was a wonderful sitter for my two boys. She has a very kind way about her. We will definitely contact her again for future jobs.

- Victoria P.

Nicole L.

5.0

Nicole has been an incredible nanny for my son. She’s so kind and fun, and my son always looks forward to seeing her. Highly recommend!

- Care member

Kylie B.

5.0

Kylie is a wonderful caregiver to our baby. She is super friendly and warm. She even taught our baby sign language. Our daughter lights up when Kylie comes over. So thankful we found her.

- Tammy M.

Kelsey M.

5.0

Kelsey has watched my 2 young boys many many times over the years. She is incredible with babies and kids of all ages. My kids have always loved having Kelsey around. My older son is autistic, and he has always felt comfortable around Kelsey and I fully trust her to handle anything that he throws...

- Tara B.

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