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Celene G.


La Jolla, CA

$35/hr7 yrs exp

Lively, Bi-lingual, Multi-talented Sitter

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Hello! I am an extremely responsible, attentive, reliable, and professional individual with vast real-world experiences working with children. For the last 7 years, I have served as a K-12 guest teacher in 7 unified school districts. I have worked with diverse groups of students from all ethnicities, ages, and socioeconomic...
Celene can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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Darby B.


La Jolla, CA

$15-20/hr6 yrs exp

Hello! I am a recent graduate of Belmont University in Nashville, TN. I studied music therapy, and recently completed my full time 6 month internship at the Music Therapy Center of California in San Diego. I babysat occasionally for several of my professors in Nashville, but I am looking for something with more regular hours...
Darby can also help with: Travel, carpooling, craft assistance
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Erin C.


San Diego, CA

$45/hr5 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter/Nursing Student Looking For Part Time Work!

I have been caring for children for quite some time. Every summer in college I had a full time nanny position caring for three young girls. Since then I have babysat on and off for family and friends. I love spending time with children, especially my niece who just turned 1 in May. Additionally, I have experience with children...
Erin can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Fun, Loving, Compassionate, Artistic, Positive Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 17 years of childcare experience in all areas including Special Needs. I enjoy working with children and watching them develop and grow. I am very engaging and I love to interact with children on their level. Imaginative play, Creativity, Art,...
Caitlin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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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Vanessa R.


San Diego, CA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Child Care

My name is Vanessa, and I'm eager to become a dedicated caregiver for your family. I currently work part-time with Jovie, gaining valuable experience with children, including those on the autism spectrum. Supporting families with unique needs over the past year has deepened my passion for caregiving and child development. As I...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

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Zoe E.


Carlsbad, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available For Weeknights And Weekends

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I am young professional newer to the area. I have experience caring for children from age 1 to 12 and have worked with special needs before. I was a student-athlete throughout college so I love spending time outside and being active with kids. I also love doing crafts or baking!
Zoe can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Sandra Q.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experience Nurturing Nanny

I have 23+ years of experience caring for children of all ages, including children with special needs. My current schedule is flexible.
Sandra can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Traci B.


San Diego, CA

$30-50/hr8 yrs exp

LPN

I have had experience as a nurse working in Rehab, psych, pediatrics, geriatrics, and hospice.
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Zahra H.


San Diego, CA

$18-21/hr1 yrs exp

I am a 45-year-old professional mom (20y/o boy and 16 y/o girl) currently working at San Diego Miramar College part time and one family to while I continue my education. I have studied special child psychology for two years. I earned a childcare license for San Diego to be eligible for this job. I had lots of experience working...
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Caitlin R.


Carlsbad, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caring And Compassionate Caregiver

Hello I am seeking a full-time caregiver/nanny position. I am certified in first aid/CPR/AED with infant, children, and Adults. I have 15 years of childcare experience and 10 years of adult caregiver experience in all areas including Special Needs. Flexible schedule and overnight care available. References available upon...
Caitlin can also help with: Dementia, respite care, light cleaning, hospice services, meal prep, errands & more
Skills:

Wound Care

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

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Catherine S.


San Diego, CA

$28/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Part-Time

I currently work as a Registered Nurse full time but would love to help you care for your littles or your elderly parents that might need some extra help in my free time. I would love to help out with your special needs kiddos whether it's those who might have special medical needs or those who may need a patient, understanding...
Catherine can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Myah G.


San Diego, CA

$18/hr1 yrs exp

Lover Of People

I am patient, empathetic, fun-loving, and understanding. I have experience caring for a wide range of people with unique needs and I treat everyone with kindness, compassion, and respect.
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Sintia I.


La Jolla, CA

$25-41/hr5 yrs exp

Smile Creator

I've spent the last five years caring for children of all ages, and I'm passionate about fostering their growth and development. I've worked with children from newborns to teenagers, and I have experience with special needs children as well. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I know how to make learning fun. I'm also CPR and...
Sintia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Elizabeth H.


San Diego, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Attentive, Reliable, Fun-Loving Sitter

Hi! My name is Elle! I am a college student pursing a career as a pediatrician and have experience working with special needs children. I recently got my EMT license and am looking to nanny part time. I have volunteered with down syndrome children and adults, homeless children and mothers, and nannied for many family members and...
Elizabeth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Yamell E.


San Diego, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Caregiver , Care Companion Available FT 20 Years Experience Bilingual English And Spanish

Nanny caregiver bilingual English Spanish full time available 10 years of experience in senior care and more than 20 in childcare . 2 years experience in special needs, kind , compassionate, responsible and I love to help people to feel better CPR FIRST AID CLEAN BACK GROUND
Yamell can also help with: Dementia, hospice services, personal care, live-in home care
Skills:

CPR

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Tiffany S.


Encinitas, CA

$17-20/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Babysitter

I am a 25-year-old female that is currently in the process of applying for a masters in occupational therapy, therefore babysitting kids with special needs would be the optimal environment for me to obtain knowledge and experience in the field that I am going to pursue. I have two years of experience as a babysitter. I love to...
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Evelyn D.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Full-time Babysitter/nanny

**Experienced Nanny with 7 Years of Diverse Childcare Experience Over the past seven years, I have provided dedicated and compassionate care to children of various ages, ranging from newborns to school-aged children. My experience includes caring for my nephew from infancy and working closely with a child with autism for three...
Evelyn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Karen F.


Carlsbad, CA

$23-30/hr10 yrs exp

Compassionate, Experienced Teacher And Caregiver

I have been a credentialed teacher for over 30 years and have had the privilege of working in a variety of programs, grade levels, and subject matter. For the last 7 years I have had the honor of working for the Encinitas school district as a yoga, health and wellness instructor, and reading intervention teacher. My school has...
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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 .

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