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Adriana M.


Laguna Beach, CA

$35/hr5 yrs exp

Behavioral Therapist With Additional Experience

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Hello, my name is Adriana. I currently work as a Behavioral Therapist in the evenings in Irvine. I have extensive experience working with special needed or impaired people of all ages. I have worked in the medical field for almost 10 years. I have worked with an array of different people. I assist with self care, feeding,...
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Daniel B.


Irvine, CA

$18-50/hr2 yrs exp

Professional Dad

I used to own my own gym and loved working with my special needs clients. My best friends also used to run a special needs Lego company. I am empathetic, caring, patient, and creative
Daniel can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Claudia G.


Lake Forest, CA

$20-30/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Mom, Boy Mom, Preschool Teacher Aid, Special Needs

I have 10+ years of experience. I am a mom of 2 boys, now ages 10 & 12. Currently working part-time as a teacher aide for preschool age children with special needs. I assist with supervising/assisting with preschool curriculum/activities, lunch/recess periods, potty training & diaper changing. I enjoy having fun with kiddos,...
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Haley V.


Lake Forest, CA

$25-40/hr

Compassionate Caregiver, Petsitter, And Childcare Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

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

Special Needs Care

I am a teacher looking for a nanny position for this summer from mid June- mid Aug or helping a family with an aging parent or grandparent or both. I live in RSM and I would love find something close to home. From Sept-mid June I am a TK/Kinder teacher at a private School. I have been teaching there for the last 2 years and...
Leah can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Hi! My name is Scotlynn. I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for 5 years. But my experience doesn't stop there. I am oldest of 9 cousins. Therefore I have been the built-in babysitter since a very young age. That made me very maternal and creative. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained. I have experience with...
Scotlynn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been babysitting family and friends children sense I was 14. When I turned 16 I started working for other families as well as infants. I have a lot of experience with all ages and personalities. I have also tutored and babysat children with special needs. I work at Wave Gymnastics coaching all ages and skill levels...
Zoey can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
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Elsa R.


Laguna Woods, CA

$22/hr4 yrs exp

Love To Be Of Service

CPR certified, Experienced caregiver, special needs Have transportation Live in Laguna Woods Love pets Friendly, compassionate, dependable, resourceful & respectful
Elsa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, personal care, errands, companionship & more
Skills:

CPR

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Ashley H.


Mission Viejo, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Ashley. I am 28 years old. I have been care giving since I was 11 years old. I have 6 younger siblings, 3 nieces , and 2 nephews, so I can understand children needs and abilities. I have experience with ages newborn-14 years. I also have experience with special needs children. I am great with kids. I always have fun...
Ashley can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, carpooling & more

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant December 2023 American Red Cross- BLS/First Aid Certified CPR/BLS skill training I graduated High school in 2023 then took a gap year to get some work experience, and will be starting at Saddleback in the fall. I will be aiming for a nursing degree. I would like to continue working with kids...
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Lorna V.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$25-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Tutor And BONUS Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm a tutor and also available to BABYSIT for date nights/holidays/late night hours -Over 28 years tutoring/childcare experience -Working w/ variety of abilities & individual needs -Tutored over 60 students in Laguna Niguel area -Accepting students pre-K to college -Homeschool curriculum available -Workbooks provided -Latin...
Lorna can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Maria Arlina S.


Laguna Hills, CA

$19-27/hr10 yrs exp

CNA/CHHA

Experienced in Healthcare industry for more than 20 years. A patient advocate, reliable , responsible, respectful, hardworking, innovative, skilled team worker.
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Amber J.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$18-26/hr

Passionate About Helping Others!

I have always had a heart for those with developmental, delays or disabilities. I grew up with my sibling having speech issues, bad ADHD, and tantrums that helped lead me to my love of helping individuals with delays. I have experience working at summer camps that have helped individuals with autism or special needs & this one...
Hello! I'm Celeste! I am a certified ABA therapist. I have been working for my company for about a year working with kids all over the spectrum. I am safety care trained and have experience nannying a child on the spectrum as well.
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Laura K.


Irvine, CA

$26-30/hr7 yrs exp

For two years, I was a nanny for a family whose little girl was in a wheelchair and was deaf. I communicated with her using American Sign Language. I also did an internship at a preschool who offered services to special-needs preschoolers. I am passionate about special education and helping families whose children have...
This past summer, I worked at a 7-week residential camp for children with special needs. At this camp, I supervised a group of 11 teenage girls with multiple diagnoses and helped them with daily living tasks, such as feeding, showering, dressing, and toileting, but most importantly, I developed a passion for working with special...
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Elizabeth C.


Dana Point, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

I Love Taking Care Of Children

As a childcare provider with years of experience, I am passionate about fostering children's growth and development, and I'm always seeking opportunities to make a positive impact on their lives. My patient, calm, and friendly personality allows me to easily connect with children and create a safe and nurturing...
Elizabeth can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have worked in the field of ABA for 4. 5 years and have been working with kids and teens for about 10 years. I am a registered behavior technician and have experience with behavior management and positive teaching with kiddos on the autism spectrum. I embrace neurodiversity.
I have some experience with autism, I'm very responsible, detailing and kind person, helping people make me happy and proud.

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