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Marcela O.

Vibrant And Caring Part Time Nanny

Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
Marcela, 28 years old - Fluent in Portuguese English and a medium Spanish I have two bachelor's degree and am working towards a degree in nursing. I am creative, vibrant, flexible, and understanding. I am excellent at listening to and observing kids, which helps me learn about them and their needs to be the best caretaker I can...
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Scotts Valley, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
My names Megan, I've been working and caregiving for a wide range of kids, adults, seniors and special needs for many years. Each requiring a different level of high care. I'm CPR and first aid certified along with having experiencing doing shifts on an ambulance while I was Perusing a career in fire.
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Watsonville, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have 12 years of experience caring for kids and have always loved it! I have cared for kids of all ages, from newborns to teens, at all times of the day. I also have experience working with children who have various special needs. I can provide a safe, fun and creative environment for any kid to thrive in! My personal...
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Caring Adult Who Loves Learning And Giving In Special Circumstances

Soquel, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
I'm a patient caregiver who loves encouraging others in challenging circumstances. Understanding and patience is essential in helping people live their best lives, that being the ultimate goal.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
I have a undergrad and graduate degree in psychology. I have worked as a therapist And with special needs children and adults I am capable and willing to do all of the things listed below. I love working with all ages and am a very compassionate, patient, loving individual. I have a lot to offer and if you are interested...
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School Psychologist + Yoga Teacher Who Loves Working With Children!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I hope you are finding joy for you and your family this season :) I love working with children and young people! I've enjoyed over 25 years in my career in education, in various capacities ~ I've recently hung up my hat as a School Psychologist & counselor specializing in autism spectrum disorder, social emotional well...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
Hello it's Karina I am 26 years old, and I have over three years of experience working with children from newborns to 7 years old, including those with autism. This experience, along with my background in psychology studies in Mexico, has given me a strong understanding of child development I am about to begin studying...
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Scotts Valley, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Respite care
hospice services
errands
meal prep
dementia
+ 1 more
I've been a care provider almost my entire life. I've worked with babies. children with special needs and seniors. I'm a good natured fun loving person. I have several letters of recommendation. I'm CPR & first aide certified. Im also a certified medical assistant. I'm a hard worker I'm honest adaptable and loyal. I have an...
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Freedom, CA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Experience in working with the disabled and elderly 7 years experience, I am a sweet compassionate caregiver that provides emotional and physical support with empathy, patience and understanding.
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Looking For Work As A Nanny(:

Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
travel
Hi(: I hope my profile finds you well, my names Lindsay I'm from Santa Cruz California and in my time living here I've done many different care programs from working in my churches daycare I attended as a young adult to babysitting. My current job for the last 3 years of my adult career has been in the school system I'm...
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I Like My Job And I Am A Very Organized Person I Am Flexible In Schedules And Very Responsible

Watsonville, CA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
I am flexible in schedules and very responsible. I really like my job. I am flexible in schedules and very responsible. I really like my job and I like to help people with a lot of patience.
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Freedom, CA

5.0(0)
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$17/hr
My family has a history of special needs. My cousin has autism and speech delay. My three adult aunts have varying types of mental disorders that make it so they need full time care. I have grown up around them and have learned how to care from them. They're just like us! Just see the world with different lenses! I am patient,...
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Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Jasmine. I'm a dedicated and experienced childcare provider with 7 years of paid experience caring for children of all ages, including those with special needs. I'm passionate about creating a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment where children can thrive. I come highly recommended and am happy to provide...

Jennifer F. says "Jasmine was a referral from a friend and I'm so glad we hired her. She always has fun with my kids and is happy to do projects with them. She puts in...

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Watsonville, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hello my name is Jasmine, I over 5 years of experience working with children with special needs. I have experience with childcare and tutoring.
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Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Melanie , 25 yrs old. I am currently working with adults with special needs overnights. I have experience with both day and night shifts. Currently looking for Monday Tuesday Wednesday overnights. I would like to have a conversation on my experience and the help I can offer. I'm opened to negotiating my rate....
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello! I have a years' worth of experience working with autistic, epileptic, and physically handicapped individuals. I am currently enrolled through In-Home Support Services (IHSS) and have been providing assistance and also implementing personal life skills to those people, ranging from how to navigate working on a personal...
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Special Needs Babysitter/nanny

Soquel, CA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
I've worked with children with special needs in various settings! For starters, I tutored a 6-year-old girl in reading for about a year who was diagnosed with severe A. D. H. D. My main goals with working for her was for her to be able to read at her age level, and doing so required on my end a lot of patience, energy, focus,...
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Capitola, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
Knowing I want to be a neonatal nurse, I find immense joy in caring for children. With five years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 11, I offer a patient, friendly, and hardworking approach to childcare. I have experience with special needs children and am a Certified Nursing Assistant. I am comfortable caring...
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Responsible College Student

Freedom, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
I'm a very patient and understanding person, especially with children. I try to get to the root of the problem if they're having a bad day or in a bad mood so I am very understanding. I have volunteered working with pre-k students and in senior centers in the past. I have also been employed by the YMCA since summer last year...
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Caregiver

Watsonville, CA

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$17/hr
I am very responsible person I have some experience caregiving and I. Ore than willing to learn new skill I love working with people and will make my job my priority
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