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Monika S.


San Diego, CA

$23-51/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Loving Patient Caregiver

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I have experience raising newborns and toddlers on the autistic spectrum as well as other special needs. I have 35 years of childcare experience and able to provide a safe, stable, and supervised environment for your children. I am reliable and willing to teach German and Swiss German. I have 30 years pet experience, primarily...
Monika can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

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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: Personal care, light cleaning, dementia
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Kendell B.


Encinitas, CA

$30-150/hr10 yrs exp

Kid Lover And Fun Sitter

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello families! I'm Kendell, an experienced and nurturing nanny excited to bring a blend of care and creativity to your home. With a genuine passion for fostering children's development and a knack for turning everyday moments into memorable adventures, I'm here to provide a safe, loving, and engaging environment for your little...
Kendell can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Bev M.


San Diego, CA

$22/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider For Special Needs/Seniors, Nanny, Housekeeping

Several years working as a Nanny with young children as well as 13 years experience working with special needs as a live-in Support Supervisor and Care-Provider. In charge of Care Provider staff and administrative duties. Provision of daily care, meals, meal prepping, house cleaning, management of house, medical and meds....
Bev can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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, companionship, respite care, dementia, mobility assistance
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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: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, companionship, mobility assistance, meal prep & more
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Gianna D.


San Marcos, CA

$10-15/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,...
You wouldn't think I am a recent high school graduate. After all, I have been living the "adult life" for the past 4 years. Because I opted to take most of my classes at home, I not only assumed many academic responsibilities but I also took on many home-ec roles in my family as well as paid odd jobs around San Diego....
Havilah can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
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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: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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

$15-20/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Helper

I have worked with seniors who have Alzheimer's, asthma, and other such illnesses.
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Valerie T.


Encinitas, CA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

I have worked with autism for over 2 years and love this field. I can help with ADLS, feeding, movement control, reading, playing, walks, and so on.
You wouldn't think I am a recent high school graduate. After all, I have been living the "adult life" for the past 4 years. Because I opted to take most of my classes at home, I not only assumed many academic responsibilities but I also took on many home-ec roles in my family as well as paid odd jobs around San Diego. From being...
Havilah can also help with: Live-in home care
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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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

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Bev M.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Care Provider Supervisor~House Mngr.

I have worked with Special Needs for 12 years, providing care, supervision with client and support staff, administered meds, ran household, grocery shopping, meal prepping, assistance with pets, drove to appointments, etc. I am looking for a change, interested in live-in senior companionship/care.
Bev can also help with: Companionship, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep, errands, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

Wound Care

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"Bev worked with us for over a decade. Responsible and reliable. Ran household. Very capable, compassionate. Highly recommend!"

Jackie H.

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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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