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Laura M.

English Teacher By Trade And Volunteered With Special Needs Children - Love Kids!

Marina del Rey, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have worked in communications and I teach English as a Second Language now privately. I often say it is my volunteer work with children, for the Special Olympics and the Ronald McDonald House, that has taught me the most about communication and how to identify and best help different types of learners. I have worked with...
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Shauntel N.

Marina del Rey, CA

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$21/hr
19 years experience
I enjoy working with children who have special needs and empowering them to do their personal best in a fun amd loving manner. My experience started with my daughter who is 19 years old and just happens to have Down syndrome and Asthma. She is thriving and on her way to college.
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Paige V.

Marina del Rey, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi there! Once I began working with children, I knew that nurturing young minds would be my passion. After 5 + years of hands-on childcare experience, it has become important to me to foster a safe, engaging environment. My background includes a bachelor's degree in childhood development, alongside certifications in First...
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Angella G.

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
My name is Angella. I was born and raised in the South Bay. I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been a caregiver for the past 25+ years. I've worked 15+ years with special needs children/adults I also have worked 25+ years in child care and 5 years with elderly care. I've created safe and...

Christina Y. says "Angella is amazing with my 3yo daughter and 5yo son. She's flexible with last minute changes and very accommodating. She's an amazing babysitter!"

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Kristin V.

I Can Provide Your Child With A Positive, Safe, And Fun Environment!

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi, I'm Kristin and have over 10 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with kids. I'm an experienced, reliable, kind, and responsible nanny. I've worked with all Age Groups, Multiples, and Special Needs Children. I look forward to meeting your kids and help make your life easier!

Elizabeth O. says "Kristin is a wonderful nanny. She is totally punctual, responsible, calm, very experienced, really sweet, and great with the kids. I would hire her...

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Jessica A.

Nanny Jes Providing Care With Respect And Structured Fun!

Hermosa Beach, CA

5.0(0)
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$62/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have 11+ years of professional child care experience: on-call, short-term, long-term, travel, overnight, live-in. I am CPR/First Aide+AED certified for all ages (infant-adults). I am trained as a Newborn Care Specialist, my D Tap vaccine is up to date. I am Life Scan and Trust line certified in CA. Travel ready with a current...
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Christina C.

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
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$24/hr
6 years experience
I have always been around friends and family members with disabilities and feel very natural with lending a helping hand. In high school and college I was a part of best buddies and was a part time caretaker in college for a girl with cerebral palsy.

Jane A. says "Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did while working for...

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G'ani-shanice P.

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
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$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hi! -- My name is G'ani. I am graduate of Howard University with a Master's in Accounting. I currently have a CDA (Child Development Associates) in Infant and Toddlers and have been employed as a Special Education Teacher. I have 8 years of childcare experience. I've been working with children since I was 17 and it means a lot...

Kelley S. says "G'ani is great! We were very happy with the care she provided to our two young kids. She was reliable, punctual, easy to work with, and took direction...

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Makayla D.

New To This, But A Fast Learner.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
I love all kids of all types, my main goal after college is to start my own foster home. I'm very good with kids but I have not had to much experience with special needs. In middle school and some of high school, I helped with some of the special need kids after school and that's when I knew I wanted to work with them more. I...

Jane B. says "We highly recommend Makayla. She provided care on two different days with our special needs son. She is honest, helpful, kind, and trustworthy. She was...

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Tiffany R.

Los Angeles, CA

4.0(1)
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$18/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for. For the past three years, I've enjoyed supporting families by providing reliable care for children aged newborn to 11 years old. My approach is patient and calm, and I pride myself on being friendly and approachable. I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules...

Maya M. says "I really wish things had worked out with Tiffany. She is very kind and eager to help out. The issue is that I have a 13 month old son who is very active and...

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Danielle S.

Stay-at-home Mom Who Is Now An Empty Nester Would Love To Help You And Your Family Out

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am a Certified Newborn Specialist with a degree in early child development. I taught newborn care and babysitting courses at Henry Mayo Hospital. I volunteer at Torrance Memorial, use to for Children's hospital as a newborn cuddler, and worked nursery at my church. I have experience with preemies, multiples and special needs,...

Kelly H. says "Danielle is one of the few friends that was able to soothe my severely disabled daughter when she was very young. We have been friends for 15+ years and...

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Tiffany G.

Lawndale, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have worked with children in many different settings over the last 12 years. I've worked in schools, volunteered in an outdoor setting and recently worked in the homes of special needs children as a registered behavioral technician (RBT). I have worked with special needs children and teenagers ranging from 2-17 years old. The...

Jane B. says "We highly recommend Tiffany! She is honest and kind and truly goes above and beyond. She provided care for our special needs son on two different days. She...

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Tyler R.

Experienced

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
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$15/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Tyler. I am a 36-year-old male nanny or "manny." Over the past 13 years, I have worked for several families as a live-in/live-out manny and house manager. So far my experience has been with school age children 5-21 years old (some with special needs). I am looking for a full time situation or at least 30-40 hours a...

Jermelia H. says "Tyler worked for us for a year and more. He has become a part of our family. Tyler took care of our than 6 year old son, now 10 years old. Tyler was and...

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Anna G.

Loving And Caring Nanny At Your Service

Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
In 2016 I started nannying a 4-year-old with special needs. I also joyfully raised two children of my own who are now thriving adults. Children have always held a special place in my heart, but working with J also made me realize how important it is to care for all children with absolute patience and kindness. I would consider...

Carolyn A. says "Anna cared for our toddler for about 8 months before we decided to send him to preschool. She was never late a single day, very attentive to our son and...

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Yvette J.

Loving for All Special Ones

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have been caring for a special young lady. I have respect for her life as is. I help with bathing, dressing, talking, laughing and some discipline.

Jeff G. says "Yvette was fantastic! She was nice and friendly. She was on time to pick me up to take me to my surgery. She waited in the waiting room for me while I...

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Elizabeth R.

Experienced Nanny Looking For New Family

El Segundo, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
Elizabeth (Lily) I have always loved working with and building relationships with children. Over the last eight years, I have gained experience with infants, children with special needs, and kids of all ages from newborn to 13 yrs old. My priority as a nanny is to openly communicate with parents and work with them to implement...

Kayla T. says "Lily has my highest recommendation! She watched our girls ages 1.5 and 3.5 for two weeks before our girls started at their new preschools, and within...

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Taylor M.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$49/hr
14 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello, my name is Taylor, and I'd love to care for your children. I have over 12 years of childcare experience, starting at age 15, with families ranging from simple day-to-day needs to children with special needs. I'm personable, charismatic, intellectual, and fun, which helps me connect quickly with kids while keeping parents...

Claire L. says "Taylor is so wonderful with S. We look at Taylor as family. Every Christmas and Summer when Taylor was home for her breaks from Pepperdine, we practically...

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Amanda D.

Weeknights/Date Night Sitter And School Drop Off Available

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
I'd describe my personality as compassionate, empathetic, and driven. I'm a graduate of the University of Maryland and work at a major tech company here in Culver City. I'm looking for a job that allows me to earn additional income in a flexible manner as I do work a full time job. Available for date...

William M. says "Absolutely wonderful experience with Amanda! From the moment she arrived, it was clear she had a great handle on caring for twins, which, as any parent...

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Daniella E.

Full Time Nanny Available

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, my name is Daniella. I was born and raised in Southern California. I have been a babysitter/nanny for about 6+ years. I started babysitting in high school, and found a great passion working with infants and children of all ages. I worked as a teacher's aide for Manhattan Beach Unified School District assisting special...

Lisa F. says "Daniella works very well with children and is always warm and friendly."

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Anne H.

Everyone's Favorite Camp Counselor!

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
craft assistance
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I'm an experienced caregiver who has extensive experience nannying for newborns (including those with special needs), babysitting children of all ages, trained lifeguard and swim instructor, former girl scout camp counselor and program leader. I have loved caring for, playing with and enriching the lives of children for decades....

Mary R. says "Anne had incredible patience with our newborn and toddler. We were so lucky she could help us out! She's a jack of all trades and thanks to her experience...

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Angella G.

Angella is amazing with my 3yo daughter and 5yo son. She's flexible with last minute changes and very accommodating. She's an amazing...

- Christina Y.

Kristin V.

Kristin is a wonderful nanny. She is totally punctual, responsible, calm, very experienced, really sweet, and great with the kids. I would...

- Elizabeth O.

Christina C.

Christina was a nanny for my 15 year old daughter with cerebral palsy. They are still close friends and I appreciate everything she did...

- Jane A.

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