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Andrea M.

Costa Mesa, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
I am a loving, patient, energetic, outgoing, hardworking, and responsible person. I have been blessed enough to take care of children for nine years and have enjoyed every second of it. I currently work as a behavioral interventionist and classroom aide for the Tustin School District. I work with both special and general...

Carolina J. says "Andrea was incredibly helpful, positive, and supportive. She supported me with my huge dog by walking him, cleaning up after him, feeding him, and...

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Special Needs

Costa Mesa, CA

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$10/hr
I don't really have any paid experience, but love to help people, whenever I get a chance.
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Future Counselor Seeking Special Needs Care Job

Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
My name is Cynthia. I became driven to work with children with disabilities because my cousin has an intellectual disability. I grew up loving and treating him as my cousin but saw how unjust the treatment could be from others outside our family. I have now worked with children with disabilities for the past 10 years in a...
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Independence Facilitator/ Special Needs

Costa Mesa, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
I have worked in the Special needs school system from preschool to High School for 14 years. I am experienced with Autism Spectrum and all kinds of disabilities. I have worked with all types of behaviors in all environments. I am experienced with G tube feeding and all physical needs. I currently work at Tesoro High School. We...
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Caregiver For Special Needs

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Have experience on working with people who have autism and cerebral palsy! I help them with school work, daily tasks, changing diapers, and being a best friend for them. I'm a very compassionate worker who has a drive for working for people of disability.
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Live-In Special Care

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
8 years experience
I cannot wait to get to know your loved one or yourself. I love to help, socialize, and make everyone feel valued and appreciated. I have 10 years experience caring after little ones and not so much senior care but I am willing to learn and will take every step of the way seriously. I have taken care of my grandmother who was...
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Experience With Autism

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
I work with children on the spectrum therefore am very comfortable for providing babysitting services for children with special needs.
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Retired Physical Education, Teacher

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been working for the saddleback unified school district for over 25 years. I was teaching physical education and working with a special needs. I'm a very patient person understanding and love children of all ages. I love being outdoors I love reading I love arts and crafts and I'm an animal lover. I think I would be a...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
With over 15 years of experience in babysitting and nannying I enjoy working with kids of all ages. I recently have been working with special needs children and have grown to enjoy it and I feel a special calling towards it. I am happy to work with whatever your family is working on.
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Ft Or Pt Caregiver Available

Costa Mesa, CA

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$10/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have taken care of special needs kids before, I`m 46 I have a car, and a cell phone, and I'm very dependable, I`m open to working ft or pt no Sundays or holidays, I love what I do because I'm passionate with my profession, the last individual I took care of a couple of years ago was a teenager with brain damage, and an adult,...
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Loving , Responsible And Energetic Caregiver

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
Hello! My name is Ann M but everyone calls me Ann. I am 19 years old. I am currently enrolled at Orange Coast College working towards my business degree, I am also a fashion major. I have experience babysitting two families within the past year but moved to Costa Mesa for school. The first family I babysat was a 1-year-old and...
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Stay At Home Mom

Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I was a stay at home Mom for more than 10 years. I used to be a Certified Nursing Assistant in a Nursing facility and also worked one on one at the clients home. I had to quit working and raised my kids. My children are now grown ups and looking forward to work again. I loved working with the elderly, they're the sweetest...
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Caregiver And Babysitter

Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi! My name is Jane. I am 23 years old, I have specialties in caring for adults and children with special needs. I've grown up with a sister with severe special needs and am very comfortable and happy to help those in need. I can give showers, assist with going to the bathroom, do housekeeping work, and cooking.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
I've worked with the Respite program to provide care for my cousin who has autism. I've worked as a school counselor with students who have disabilities.
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Experienced with infant through youth care. Experience with driving students to activities. I have a clean driving record. Also have experience with the overnight care
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hello my name is Carolina. I have worked in facilities as well as homes, with up to 6 clients. I have 10 years of experience. I am loving, patient, and fun. I love to do different types of activities with the people I care for :). I learn quickly and adapt to anything I am asked to do. I am CPR&FIRST aide certified. Special...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a balanced mom of 4 flourishing adult kids. Caring for children comes easy to me. I am responsible, patient & detail oriented. I teach pilates & I am a passionate photographer. I am in search of a sweet family to help with day to day care part time. Babies, toddlers, teens all the ages I can connect and help bring calmness...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Hello! My name is Samantha, and I am passionate about providing dependable, compassionate care for individuals with special needs. I have experience supporting children and young adults with a range of diagnoses, including autism spectrum disorder, as well as ADHD. I focus on creating a calm, respectful, and structured...
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Costa Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
Hi my name is Myra and I have 15 years experience as a caregiver. I am certified in CPR and first aid. I am currently taking classes to learn about caring for people with Autism.
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Hello, my name is Jessica, I had been a caretaker for many years privately as well as professionally, I have worked with autistic clients both children and adults, clients with cerebral palsy, elderly with dementia, and most mental disorders. I have a SUDRC and have worked in dual diagnosis treatment facilities for many years...
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