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Ann M.

Atherton, CA

from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 17 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
• Private Travel Nanny • Special Needs Care Provider • 17 Years Of Experience Hello, my name is Rina Ann. I am a dedicated and discreet private nanny providing personalized, high-quality care for families. With a focus on creating a calm, structured, and nurturing environment, I support children's emotional, developmental, and...
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Part Time Nanny

San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$15/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
Hi I work for a school district Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. I have many years working with kids and also have experience working with kids with special needs. I am also bilingual. I can start at 3:30 p.m. Currently fully Covid19 vaccinated. Thanks for looking into my profile.

Srilekha P. says "Veronica has been helping us after school hours. She takes our kids for their after school activities. She is punctual, reliable and safe. The kids love...

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Part-time Caregiver

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.

Ayisha B. says "I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan...

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Experienced Babysitter

Fremont, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
Highlights -Legendary Customer Service. -Bilingual : English and Spanish -Special training for autistic children and for children with anger management challenges. -Able to problem solve and speak with people in a calm and patient manner, work well with others and alone. Professional Experience Nanny, Mountain View, Palo Alto...

Care Member says "Ale is an amazing nanny. She is incredibly loving, warm, playful, and creative. She is incredibly trustworthy. She took care of my son when he was 2.5...

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Full-time care giver.

San Mateo, CA

5.0(0)
from
$18/hr
5 years experience
I believe anything is possible, it's those things in life that gives you meaning, not the good, but mostly the bad that turning into good, that is what keeps me going and what gives me joy. To be meaningful and help for those who need it the most. I had no idea what autism was the day when I started to work with the boy that had...
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Mountain View, CA

5.0(1)
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$39/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I am a hard working and energetic 34-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...

Darren F. says "Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one...

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San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$32/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Bay Area Mom... Certified in CPR, AED and First Aid. Trained Behavioral Therapist working with children with Autism. Five years of coaching for San Mateo PAL. I coached many sports with my two kids. Team parent in sports 19 times. Was High School Special Needs Liaison for 2 years. Art in Action Art Docent 9 years. I have my own...

Shivangi C. says "Denise took care of our son from 4 months old to 18 months old. Denise is very caring and loving and our son absolutely enjoys her company. She made...

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Two Years Of Work Experience

Palo Alto, CA

5.0(1)
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$40/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
I like playing sports and helping others out. I'm also a dog lover and get along with a lot of people. I have worked with kids 3-14 years and taken care of someone with special needs. I can assist with homework and projects. I can also do light housework and/or errands.

Veronica V. says "As a first time mother having help was instrumental to getting through those first few months! Natalia stepped up to the plate and helped with any needs...

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Palo Alto, CA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello families! My name is Raquel and I am a nanny currently working in the San Carlos/ Redwood City areas. I've been in childcare for over 12 years. At the moment I am working in a nanny share with two toddler boys. Sadly (for me) they both will be entering preschool this summer! I'm so excited for them! That being said, I am...
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Hello Families!!

San Mateo, CA

5.0(1)
from
$28/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
Hi families!! I worked in Colombia in a kindergarden as a volunteer for 5000 hours with kids 4-6 yo , I took care of a 2 yo and 6 yo for one year, here as an au pair for 2 years with 3 yo and 7 yo in Berkeley and I also have worked in a summer camp as well taking care of 1 yo , 4 yo and 7 yo ( with special need, autistic ) as an...

Care Member says "Maria is amazing - I cannot say enough good things about her! I have hired her in the past and she has always come through every single time! She is...

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Seniors Caregiver.

Mountain View, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
errands
dementia
hospice services
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have 9 years of experience working with seniors and people with special needs of all ages at In-Home Supportive Services, Santa Clara County (since 2014). Completed the following courses: Tips for transfer Fisrt Aide Dementia Cancer Care Caregiver basics Caregiver support Emergency and disaster preparedness Falls...
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San Mateo, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is my passion. My five years of experience caring for children aged newborn to pre-teen have solidified my desire to positively impact their lives. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I enjoy playing outdoor games, board games, and educational activities. I have a college degree, First Aid Training,...
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Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 10 families in your area
Light cleaning
Hi! My name is Crystal. I'm a kind, patient, and caring babysitter who loves creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for children. I have two years of babysitting experience and have worked as a nanny for families with a newborn and twins. I also worked for Children and Families in 2019, where I gained valuable...
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Caregiver And Nanny

Belmont, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi, I'm Mia! Here's a little bit about me. I'm 25 years old with a bachelor's degree in marketing. I'm originally from Utah but recently relocated to the Bay Area for my husband's job. I'm an energetic, outgoing, and family-oriented caregiver who genuinely loves spending time with children. As the proud aunt of 8 nieces and...
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Caring & Experienced Nanny You Can Trust

Menlo Park, CA

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$45/hr
14 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I'm a passionate and dedicated childcare provider with over 10 years of experience caring for children from newborns to 12-year-olds. I spent 5 years working as an elementary school after school leader, supplemented by early childhood education coursework in college. I've led child care in churches, provided trusted babysitting...
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Palo Alto, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
Caring for children is more than a job for me; it's a passion sparked by years of positive babysitting experiences and a deep desire to make a positive impact. For eight years, I've supported families by offering reliable care. I am patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I am comfortable caring for one child at a time. I...
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Educator/Provider

San Mateo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Elizabeth. I'm 31 years old. I have many years of experience taking care of kids from babies to teenagers . I also have experience with kids with special needs because I have a little sister who is 19 now and has CP, I'm capable of handling kids with disabilities. I've worked with different families and always for...
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Stanford, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Lorelei! I'm a Stanford student with years of hands-on experience working with kids, seniors, and individuals with special needs--and I truly love what I do. I study pediatric health and development, and I've worked in hospitals, research labs, summer camps, and community programs focused on caregiving and support. I've...
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Palo Alto, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
I am a caregiver to seniors , adults and young adults. While taking care of young adults with special needs they always told me. "Hey Pasi, why don't you work at the children's hospital of become a Nanny too? Because children will love you. And that is why I started a career as a Nanny. The hardest part of being a caregiver is...
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International Nurse

Mountain View, CA

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$23/hr
1 year experience
I'm from Colombia and worked there as a nurse for 9 years, now I'm looking for better opportunities in my life, trying to get my tittle here and have an improve my career here.
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Veronica L.

Veronica has been helping us after school hours. She takes our kids for their after school activities. She is punctual, reliable and safe....

- Srilekha P.

Joan M.

I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still...

- Ayisha B.

Alejandra J.

Ale is an amazing nanny. She is incredibly loving, warm, playful, and creative. She is incredibly trustworthy. She took care of my son when...

- Care member

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