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Cassie M.

Loving Sitter And Fun Personality

Santa Cruz, CA

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$27/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello parents my names Cassie! I am a 24-year-old experienced nanny. I love all things outdoors, arts, music, and reading. I have done child care for about 6 years. I have loads of experience working with children from the ages 3 and up. I have worked at daycares, teaching kids how to snowboard, tutoring and co-teaching...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$45/hr
5 years experience
Hello, my name is Eve M. Originally from Estonia, lived in NY 20 years and now 6 years in CA. I have 20+ years experience with children age newborn to 7 years old, some of them with food allergies, autism and speech delay. The first years in children life is very important for the future and love to help them with development...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello families, I'm Maddy I'm 24 and passionate about caring for children!! I have been doing so for around a decade. I've worked with kids in many settings including ( in home, after school programs and in classrooms) all various ages. I have a knack for understanding their needs and interests. I've completed training in early...
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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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Kind Gentle Joyful Aide With 30 Yrs Experience

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello, my name is Shara. Caring for individuals with unique abilities has been my passion since I was a teenager. I began by coaching Special Olympics track, swimming, and basketball, and I quickly fell in love with this amazing community. Over the years, I've worked in a variety of environments offering support and...
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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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Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
Hello, I believe intreating people the way I want to be treated. I have worked in environments of special need children and adults. I am caring and a gentle person with a positive attitude. I enjoy all walks of people and would love to help with someone who has special needs.
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I Have Extensive Emergency Medical Training And I Provide Compassionate Reliable Care For All Ages

Santa Cruz, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
I have always provided care since I was very young. I am in the medical field, mostly in an emergency room setting for over 12 years. I have a degree in radiology and computed tomography. I have extensive Medical Care providing background. I also have experience babysitting and childcare for people with special needs. I am one...
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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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San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
19 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
I'm a patient and friendly caregiver with 19 years of childcare experience. I'm passionate about helping children learn and grow, and I believe that every child deserves a chance to be successful. With my ECE coursework and experience with special needs children, I have the skills and knowledge to provide high-quality care for...

Jennifer C. says "Catie watched our 20 mo old for a couple hours and my daughter warmed right up to her. Catie was very responsive, prompt and just so sweet to our little...

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Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I have experience with twins, new born, infants, toddlers and Early school. I have experience with special needs children. I have my First AID training and CPR Training. I took class Early Childhood Education (ECE). I have more then 10 years of experience, I am puntual, responsable, funny and I love play outside with kids. I...

Care Member says "Marilyn provided amazing care for our 1 year old infant. She has a pleasant and positive demeanor which we really appreciated to have around our son. I...

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Special Needs-Sitter

San Jose, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
I have worked in childcare for 15 years. I nannied for a family for 4 years with a child on the spectrum.
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Hello Parents, Are You Looking For A Daytime Nanny? Read On. Will Be Available Sept. 2021!!

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello parents, I have 10 plus years experience in the childcare industry. I also helped in raising my two younger brothers who are now young adults. I am 42 years old and love kids. I have lived and worked in for 22 years this October. I have worked with children from newborn to preteen. I have worked in both public daycare and...

Alexandra H. says "We interviewed Amanda over the phone for a position for our twin babies. She was punctual, professional and very pleasant to talk with. Ultimately we...

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Loving And Fun Nanny/Family Assistant

Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
I am a fun and nurturing nanny looking for a family who needs part time (on the books) help with care or misc projects. I love encouraging children's physical/mental development with age appropriate activities like reading, dancing, crafts, sensory bins/activities, games, and outings. I love to use baby sign language. I am very...

Michele M. says "Chelcie is great with kids. She's every kid's dream sitter and every parent's right hand."

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Part-time Or Full-Time Experienced Caregiver Available

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hey there, and thanks for reading my bio! My name is Victoria (Tori) and I am available for part-time or full-time work as a caregiver/PCA. Here are some quick facts about me as a caregiver: - BA in Developmental and Counseling Psychology from Emmanuel College; graduated magna cum laude (2018) - CNA license in the state of MA...

Joanne M. says "Tori worked full-time for over a year with our young adult daughter who uses a wheelchair and has some learning challenges. She is compassionate,...

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Nurturing and Caring Sitter

Ben Lomond, CA

4.0(1)
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$17/hr
3 years experience
I worked with Children on the autism spectrum. Each individual that I worked with was very special to me. I have always been very patient and observant and with those qualities I learned a lot about the children I worked with. One girl love to listen to me read the Cat in the Hat while another boy I worked with loved to get his...

Gary W. says "Katie worked for our family for 9 months, picking up our 9 year old twin boys after school, taking them to local parks, lunch, music lessons, etc., then to...

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Saratoga, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
I like kids and I like to take care of them and help them to develop. I have 4 years of experience as nanny and 4 as caregiver, 2 years of experience with kids with special needs. I can do babysitting, pet sitting, caregiving, night shifts, driving. Education - 2 years of psychology, I have ssn, background check is done,...

Care Member says "Wonderful with our 3 children! "

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Can't Wait To Meet Your Family!

Santa Cruz, CA

5.0(1)
from
$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Sydney! I am a rising senior in college I am aspiring to be an adolescence clinical psychologist in my future which means I love working with kids! On top of being a full time student studying psychology, I work as a behavioral therapist in my college town at a local elementary school district helping out students...

Care Member says "Sydney is an amazing babysitter! She’s watched my two boys on many occasions and they absolutely LOVE her!!! Would recommend 1000%"

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Love Carrying For My Patients

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
hospice services
errands
dementia
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Banqui . I'm a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Home Health Aide (HHA) with seven years of experience providing compassionate and personalized care to individuals of all ages, especially the elderly and those with special needs. I'm committed to ensuring the well-being and comfort of my clients by...

Care Member says "Very caring and knowledgeable. Would entrust her to care for our elderly family member full time without hesitation! Highly recommended!"

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Catherine M.

Catie watched our 20 mo old for a couple hours and my daughter warmed right up to her. Catie was very responsive, prompt and just so sweet...

- Jennifer C.

Marylyn R.

Marilyn provided amazing care for our 1 year old infant. She has a pleasant and positive demeanor which we really appreciated to have around...

- Care member

Amanda E.

We interviewed Amanda over the phone for a position for our twin babies. She was punctual, professional and very pleasant to talk with....

- Alexandra H.

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