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Patsy D.


San Marcos, CA

$20-22/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Experienced Caregiver

5.0

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Hi there, I'm Patsy, and I have been caring for children for 20+ years as a babysitter, nanny and as a mother of five children. I believe in creating a fun environment, I am passionate about providing nurturing, loving care for children in order to help them grow and learn. I'm also very organized and I strive to create a clean,...
Patsy can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Patsy is very caring and loving towards those she cares for. If the child is a newborn she will soothe fussy babies and is patient and knowledgeable on how to deal with children's illnesses. For toddler through older children she reads them books, helps them learn...

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Lisa H.


Solana Beach, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

Careful Creative And Fun

I taught high school special ed for 14 years. I've been an independent living coach for special needs adults for 8 years. Experience as PA managing an estate in Fairbanks for over 5 years. I have 4daughters a set of twins So multitasking management and self-advocacy comes as no surprise. I love my family, friends, and sports....
Lisa can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, personal care
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Tiffany S.


Encinitas, CA

$18-35/hr3 yrs exp

Animal Lover And Special Needs Advocate

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Tiffany and I am 32 years old currently living in Encinitas, CA but a Florida native. I have several years of child care experience, with most of my professional experience being in Applied Behavior Analysis and caring for children with special needs. I am currently obtaining my Masters in ABA and have an...
Tiffany can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Sophie B.


San Marcos, CA

$22-25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Sophie and I'm currently working a full-time remote role in marketing and live in Carlsbad. I'm looking to fill my free-time around my current job. I have been babysitting and caring for children since I was about 15. I also have experience with my own sister, who is special needs, and caring for her since I was...
Sophie can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Karen F.


Carlsbad, CA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Senior Care

I began my career as a Recreation Therapist working at Alvarado convalescent hospital and UCSD psychiatric hospital. Later on I got my teaching credential and taught elementary school. Throughout my career I have worked with a variety of populations including seniors, mentally challenged, and special needs children. 10 years...
Karen can also help with: Personal care, mobility assistance, companionship, dementia, respite care
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Lily H.


Carlsbad, CA

$20/hr3 yrs exp

Nanny For The Month Of July!

Hi! My name is Lily and I am a current student at Texas Christian University! I am very outgoing and am passionate about all things kids, arts and crafts, activities, and just loving one another well!! I have previous experience working for a family with a special needs child! Please reach out if I would fit your needs! I look...
Lily can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning & more
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Lola P.


San Marcos, CA

$21-25/hr5 yrs exp

5 Year Expert In Caregiving

With 5 years of experience in elderly care, my special needs twin sister has inspired me to provide compassionate and dedicated service. I genuinely love helping others and ensuring their comfort and happiness. I believe I'm the ideal candidate for this role because I would want someone with my level of care and commitment...
Lola can also help with: Meal prep, companionship, errands, mobility assistance, dementia, light cleaning & more
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Gianna D.


San Marcos, CA

$17/hr6 yrs exp

Part-Time Caregiver Available

I am currently enrolled at CSU San Marcos. Before I chose business marketing, I originally was going to school for Child and Adolescent Development. Being on the cheer team and in the marketing society while at school, has taught me time management and the responsibility of commitments. I took a course in preschool education,...
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Gina O.


San Diego, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Local Vocational Nurse

Been in the medical field for almost 15 years . Experienced to all aspects of nursing :pediatrics , geriatric, work at skilled nursing , sub acute , assisted living , independent living , dementia unit , hospice , home health , wound treatment nurse .

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 4 daughters and a set of twins. I've taught 14 years special education at a local high school. I'm a independent living coach for special needs adults. Good communication multitasking and self-advocacy are all parts of my nature. I love sports, outdoors, the beach and my family. I coach in my community. Fun is a daily...
Lisa can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Tony B.


Del Mar, CA

$17-22/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I am a very reliable, patient person who has been working with kids/adults with disabilities for the last couple of years. I am a full time instructional assistant working at an adult transition program called coast academy! I love doing creative activities and am comfortable in almost any situation.
I have experiences with special needs kids at church. I have heart for helping out. I am very punctual and responsible.
I have grown up with my brother, who is 6 years younger than I am who was adopted after being born to a homeless alcoholic. He was failure to thrive but my family decided he needed to have a family no matter what. About 12 years later he is a second degree black belt and the funniest kid I've ever met.
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Faranaz N.


San Diego, CA

$18-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with seniors who have Alzheimer's, asthma, and other such illnesses.
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Annika S.


Encinitas, CA

$20/hr9 yrs exp

Energetic Sitter, Tutor And Helper

I have been working with kids ages 7 mo to 14 yrs for 9 yrs (with 3 additional years volunteering). I have extensive experience with individuals with Down syndrome as well as experiences with children on the autism spectrum and ADHD & I have knowledge of Basic ASL (I'm happy to learn more) I have experience with working as a...
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Karoline M.


Escondido, CA

$30-50/hr3 yrs exp

Special Need Caregiver

Hi there! I'm an energy healer certified as a Reiki Master, Meditation and kundalini yoga teacher. I have 10 years experience as a nanny and 3 years experience as a special need care for an autistic boy with 6 years old for a family of 3 kids in Cardiff. My best skills are helping kids to regulate their nervous system working...
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Steph P.


Encinitas, CA

$30-32/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Steph a career nanny originally from the east coast, and have been living in San Diego for the past 10 years. I have extensive experience in the child care field and being a full-time nanny/household manager for 18 years now. I have worked through nanny agencies, families through the daycare I worked at, word of mouth,...
Steph can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

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Emily S.


Encinitas, CA

$20-35/hr

Full-Time Caregiver

Through my undergraduate and graduate program, I have gained a vast amount of knowledge and skills regarding the field of Special Education. In my previous educator role, I served as a full-time intern at an inclusive elementary school where I worked with third grade students with mild-moderate disabilities. My certification...
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Janie G.


San Marcos, CA

$17-20/hr5 yrs exp

Uniquely Experienced

Hello my name is Janie and I have over 5 years experience working with students in special education. I was a paraeducator for the last 4 years and recently left my position to pursue to Masters degree in Education. I also have had training as an ABA therapist. I hope to hear from you soon if you have further questions!
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Kiersten S.


San Diego, CA

$18-25/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Loving Nanny

Hi there. My name is Kierstie. I am an occupational therapist professionally but with current times am out of a job. I have worked with kids since high school and worked with the. As an occupational therapist. I love doing crafts, baking and being creative with the kiddos I spend time with. I think it is important that...
Kiersten can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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