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Kathleen C.


Idyllwild, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

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Hello! My name is Katie, I am 24 years old. I currently am getting my masters in special education. With years of experience in child care, including specialized care for children with special needs, I bring a deep understanding and compassionate approach to every family I work with. I've had the privilege of caring for a little...
Kathleen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Ellen W.


Palm Desert, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Credentialed School Teacher and Special Needs Experience.

As a credentialed school teacher and a parent of adult twins with autism, I bring a unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience to childcare. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and making a positive impact on their lives. Patience, creativity, and a friendly approach guide my interactions with...
Ellen can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep
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Princess H.


Banning, CA

$18-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hey! I'm Princess And I've Been Working As A Caregiver For Special Needs Kids For About 2 Years Now

Hello! Im Princess , I'm currently working as a caregiver for special needs kids, or respite care. I worked with older people as well. At my job I work at clients' homes and I do things like make them food, change them , wash and fold laundry. I help certain clients with school, I do grocery shopping sometimes, I've even had a...
(available for live-in only, I am currently 3 hrs away). Hello, I'm a veterinarian (abroad) so I'm familiar with different kinds of feedings (tubes) and injections (insulin, etc). I am also nursing assistant certified and know CPR, my license expired but could renew if necessary. I'm also pharmacy technician certified so I know...
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Dorina W.


Banning, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is DORINA. I have 20+ years of experience in childcare. I am a single mom of a special needs teenage son. I am reliable, trustworthy, patient and specialize in working with toddlers and special needs children. Fingerprinted through the Dept. of Justice and Trustline certified. Comfortable with pets and working in...
Dorina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Kaffrey H.


Palm Desert, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Caregiver, Sitter For All Ages Even Seniors. Have Experience With All Ages. Private, Facilities.

Hello, My name is Kaffrey 47-year-old female. Little bit about myself. Originally from WI, grew up in the Santa Barbara area and have been in the desert for 8 years in which I've been doing elderly care, babysitting, dog walking etc. I have so much passion for helping others. I'm a very outgoing, personable, kind, loving,...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Jessica. I'm a nurturing & responsible childcare provider with a genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, & thrive. I'm pretty bubbly & love to create a warm & welcoming environment for children to feel comfortable & safe. With 3 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the...
Hi I'm Summer! I am currently a Junior in college in the Los Angeles area and I'm here in Palm Desert for the beginning of the Summer! I have been babysitting since I was about 14 years old. I have experience working with kids of all ages and spent time volunteering at the boys and girls club working with kids with special...
I have had 2 years of experience of being a companion to special needs kids and have observed and learned from an LVN how to care for special needs.
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Lynn M.


Palm Desert, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

Allow me to introduce myself-my name is Lynn M and I have three decades of experience in education, tutoring, and caregiving. I have been a certified preschool and elementary teacher for 30 years, and I spent five of those years teaching special education. I love working with babies and children of all ages and it brings me...
Hello! My name is Anastasia. I have been in childcare since I was 16, I am now 22 years old. Ive spent time working as a nanny, babysitter, camp counselor, teaching naturalist, etc. Because of this I have a lot of well rounded experience with kids ages 2-17, whether it be care or teaching them. I have certifications including...
Anastasia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Lisa M.


Palm Desert, CA

$35-47/hr10 yrs exp

Minister, Mom, Cared For My Daughter With Cancer,Former Caterer, I Care About People's Lives. Van

I babysit from my home. Parents are welcome to stop by and check up on their kids. and help with special needs. I would need to pick up my kids from school. Sunday's I go with my family to church. I travel about Every few months to preach for a short time. Am also a published author. . I prepared her food, took her to doctor...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, a little about me. I have been in the childcare business since 1995. I have taken "Child Oriented" college classes at OSU Scholars for Excellence in child care, Red lands and the University of Oklahoma. I closed my daycare center in 2017. I was not only the owner but also the Director. My child care center was voted the...
I am a professional, clean, organize, and very detailing. I can be a very good companion, I am a very positive and happy person. I enjoy cooking and outside activities.. I have a long career in hospitality and fashion. Personal assistant/companion I'm very active person as far working out and swimming every day. Please feel...

Tara B.


Idyllwild, CA

$17-25/hr10 yrs exp

Care Giver For Special Needs Children And Adults

My name is Tara, I am interested in being a care taker and support person for a family with special needs. I have great patience and compassion for others as well as an ability to relate well with people of all ages. I have a lot of experience with children. I have Nannied for years and worked as a preschool teacher. I've also...

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