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Hilary R.


Westminster, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

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I'm a Licensed Vocational Nurse and have been working in the field for over 10 years now. I've worked with all ages and areas in the medical field. I take great pride in bringing joy and positive energy into my patients and family members lives.
I have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I also have over 6 years hands-on experience in care giving arena. I am a hardworking and highly skilled in assisting my clients from different cultures and age in the activities of daily living. Competent at providing personal grooming with assistance in toileting, bathing, dressing and...
Hi! I am Natalie and I am very patient, reliable, and willing to help out with any other tasks requested. I am very well organized, love to plan fun activities, and I love the outdoors and traveling. I absolutely love children, and while I am fairly new at babysitting outside of my own family, I have had quite a bit of...
Natalie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Selene R.


Westminster, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

House Manager/Nanny

Hello my name is Selene I am 37 yrs old . I love working w/children they just brighten up any situation ! What better way than to make a living providing excellent care for them . I have over 10 yrs of experience . I have also been a part of helping special needs children from seizures to non verbal on the autism spectrum . I...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi.... I have over 25 years experience working/teaching children of all ages. I have extensive knowledge with special needs and infants including ABA, behaviorial plans, tutoring , infant sign and sleep training. All of my positions have been long term. I also have a BA in Elemntary ED. I love my chosen profession and consider...
Brandine can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

I'm the second oldest of six siblings, one with special needs, and have been caretaking and babysitting family members and friends since the age of 12! I have a bachelors degree in psychology from UCI, and have 2 years experience as an ABA therapist! I am very comfortable with pets, CPR certified, and have been volunteering and...
Alexis can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Taylor J.


Cypress, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

An Experienced Babysitter With 4+ Years Of Experienced

4.5

(6)

My name is Taylor. I have extensive child care experience. While getting my BA in psychology I nannied for a family of 5 with 2 sets of twins as well as were many families date night/back up sitter. Once I relocated back to OC I began to provide respite care for families with children who have special needs. While doing that I...
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

3.0
"She applied for my position but it looked as though she was unable to meet the hours I needed. I sent her a follow up e-mail asking for clarification on her schedule and she never responded."

Ayisha H.

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Madison Y.


Seal Beach, CA

$17-30/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny

I have 10+ years of experience working with children and 7+ years as a nanny. In addition to being a nanny, I have worked as a private homeschool teacher, special needs tutor, and after school care provider. I have extensive experience with special needs, toddlers, potty training, and multiples. I have experience with...
Madison can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Natalia O.


Santa Ana, CA

$26/hr2 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Natalia! I have extensive experience working with children of all ages and am passionate about creating a positive, engaging environment. I hold a BA in Psychology, am CPR certified, and have my own car for convenience. Additionally, as an RBT, I've had the privilege of working with children with special...
Natalia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalia watched my daughter for about a year in 2022. She was professional, respectful, and most importantly my daughter loved her. My daughter is partially verbal, but Natalia was able to communicate with her using ASL and other ways! I would recommend her for...

Yolanda G.

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Virginia B.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Part Time Child Care

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I am the mother of 2 children, one with special needs. As an elementary teacher for 30 years, I have experience supervising and interacting with children from TK - grade 5 and most recently I have helped take care of 6-month-old babies. I am professional, punctual, nurturing, honest and fun! Music, games and educational...
Virginia can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Virginia has sat for our 6 mo son and 2.5 yo daughter for a few months. They love her so much. She plays with them, brings activities to play with, and takes them for walks outside. She has also sat for all 6 of our children for date nights, ages range from 6 mo to...

Megan D.

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Rand S.


Costa Mesa, CA

$25-30/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents and caregivers I'm Rand. I'm 25 years old i'm a preschool teacher and I have a passion for little ones I have 6 years of experience in babysitting, nannying and I have CPR training and caring for persons with special needs and teaching Arabic language I'd love to fill your families life with fun creativity and...
Rand can also help with: Meal prep
5.0
"Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm."

Tamara M.

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Karina R.


Signal Hill, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Karina R Karina R Hometown: Signal Hill, CA Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential. Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience...
Karina can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Thank you so, so much for your incredible generosity and exceptional care you’ve shown to my child. You are absolutely wonderful, and we deeply appreciate the hard work, kindness, and patience. I feel truly blessed to have the amazing opportunity to continue to...

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Amy S.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

Teacher With Many Years Experience Working With Kids

Hired by 11 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm a former teacher with over 10 years experience working with children age 2 months-12 years. I have 2 years teaching experience, 5 years as a special needs aid, and 12 years as a tutor. I've been a nanny over three years since leaving the teaching profession. I currently work with twins for afterschool/evening care...
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Amy is amazing with children, friendly, on time, and very reliable. She takes her job seriously and never misses a beat. Five stars for her all around! "

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Sandra D.


Huntington Beach, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Or Part Time Senior Caregiver.

Hello, I am seeking full or part-time employment in childcare or senior care. I have extensive experience with running a household and am able to drive to and from appointments, school, or activities. I also love cooking and can help with meal prep. My experience with senior care began when I cared for my grandmother. I would...
Sandra can also help with: Live-in home care, personal care, visiting physician
5.0
"Sandra is an awesome caregiver. Always on time, reliable and compassionate. I feel at ease knowing that my husband is in her care. "

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Andrea M.


Costa Mesa, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny With18 Years Of Experience (Newborn- Highschool Age Children)

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I'm Andrea & have cared for children and adults for 18 years. I cater to families as a day & overnight nanny during 6-14 hour shifts. I assist with postpartum confinement /quarantine period. I have a decade of experience as a behavioral interventionist in OC school districts. I've nannied for newborns, multiples & children with...
Andrea can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Andrea was excellent and super helpful. I hired her for a few hours every morning for two weeks and a few overnights. She supported me with walking and feeding my dog. She even assisted me in taking him to the vet when he had a severe ear infection. She also helped...

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Daniela C.


Buena Park, CA

$20-36/hr1 yrs exp

Educated Reliable Caregiver

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Educated and reliable caregiver looking for a family to help with their young children. Adept in providing optimal care to children as young as 8 weeks old and children with special needs. Willing to take on household duties and work with families to better meet their individual needs. In December I will graduated with a 2nd...
Daniela can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Very punctual, dependable and trustworthy,, she communicates well and I felt at ease while my children were in Daniela's care."

Maleika T.

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Samantha H.


Huntington Beach, CA

$20-30/hr5 yrs exp

Energetic Playmate

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

My name is Sami, and I am a 4. 0 college student at Las Positas College. I am currently on my way to becoming an engineering and theatre major! I have been babysitting from age 11, through my family and a client down the street! I have 2 younger brothers, that I've always taken care of, and on top of that I have babysat for...
Samantha can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, travel, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"On time, great communication, independently manages care and tasks, very calming and grounded energy, my kid adores her! We would keep her forever if we could"

Sarah B.

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Debra S.


Huntington Beach, CA

$17-50/hr10 yrs exp

Caregiver (retired LPN)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

20+ years experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Working in a number of settings. From newborns to end of life care.
5.0
"We hired Debra to take care of our cat when we went out of town. As it turned out, she was the perfect fit. Debra took such good care of the cat, that I don't think she even noticed we were gone. She kept us well informed on how the cat was doing and reassured us...

Laura S.

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Lauren S.


Huntington Beach, CA

$20/hr1 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter And Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have experience with children of all kinds, I cared for a girl with rhetts syndrome for a year. My tasks included feeding, cooking for, driving, reading to, and talking to her. I also have experience working with kindergartners and first graders. I worked with them for 2 years. I read with them, painted with them, practiced...
Lauren can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"We came to Care.com to explore our nanny options and found Lauren through them. We appreciated how professional, punctual and helpful she was. We also liked how well she connected to our baby and her educational background. Even though we currently don't have a...

Gabriela S.

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Kendra D.


Long Beach, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Kids Are Kids - They Just Learn Differently.

Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Westminster, CA

Taylor J.

5.0

Easy communication and did a great job caring for my infant son when I had a business function I couldn't miss. Would certainly hire again.

- Dale T.

Natalia O.

5.0

My son immediately felt comfortable with Natalia. She engaged with my son in fun activities and attentive play. She even messaged me during her time watching my son, just to keep me updated about how the day was going; which I appreciated greatly! I will continue work with Natalia, as I feel she is...

- Steve S.

Virginia B.

5.0

Mrs. Virginia was hired as a tutor mid-year for my 5th grader. She works with her two hours each day and was able to hit the ground running. She is flexible, fun and compassionate but firm when needed. I appreciate her professionalism and dedication, my child has learned so much and become a more...

- Monique D.

Rand S.

5.0

Rand was a really fun babysitter for our daughter. Patient and calm.

- Tamara M.

Karina R.

5.0

Es una persona muy calida con mi perro y se preocupa que el esta bien

- Care member

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