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Alexa A.


Los Gatos, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring, Loving Nanny/Driver/HPA.

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35 yrs. of experience, It is very fulfilling for me to provide care and assistance to people who need my help. My experience is in a home, infant & adult care that require an adult supervision and special needs independently and professionally. The tasks performed include medication reminder, preparing meals, feeding, bathing,...
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"Alexa works for me and she is excellent. I would recommend her for child care without any hesitation. Anitha"

Reviewed by Anitha V.

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Savannah M.


San Jose, CA

$31/hr3 yrs exp

5.0

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I have1 year of experience with 3 teenage special needs children along with 3 years experience of nannying children ages newborn-14. I have references from parents that I would be happy to share. I also have done home care the past 5 years for elderly. Im covid vaccinated and CNA perf oxide as well as CPR certified for both...
5.0
"We chatted a bit with Savannah and tried to set up an interview, but she had already found another family to work with at that time. We also did a reference check and it was totally clear that the family loved...

Reviewed by Autumn A.

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Katie L.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

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Hello! My name is Katie and I just graduated from Chapman University with a BA in Psychology and BS in Health Sciences. I have been a babysitter since age 12 and was also a swim coach so I worked with many children of all ages and personalities! Additionally, I have done multiple years of volunteer work with children who have...
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Wesley V.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

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Hi! My name's Wesley and I'm a 27-year-old German-American nanny currently living in Santa Cruz and attending UCSC as a PhD student. I have over eight years of childcare experience, mainly nannying and babysitting, but I also have experience as an Au-pair, a tutor, and working in kindergartens and children's libraries. I have...
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Nancy E.


Watsonville, CA

$17-24/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello I'm 25 years old I work at a school and have worked at a school for 4 years, I'm a teacher for kindergarten. I have also been a paraprofessional for kids with special needs and IEP's. I love working with kids helping them learn and grow. I'm a very positive, patient, caring, nurturing person. I've always loved babysitting...
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Barbara F.


San Jose, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

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Currently available for occasionally babysitting. Nanny experience: -Ages from 5 months old to 13 years old. -Private teacher for 2 years. Responsibilities: including feeding, meal preparation, diaper changing, sleep/nap time, laundry, bath time, cleaning up after the baby/kids. - Engage with age-specific...
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Brittany F.


San Jose, CA

$20/hr5 yrs exp

Available Babysitter Majoring In Psychology!

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My name is Brittany and I am a 23-year-old college student finishing up my degree in psychology this quarter! I graduate in June. I have been working with children since I was 18 and have lots of experience with ages 0-17. I currently work at a daycare 2 days a week that specializes in children with chronic illnesses and...
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Zoey H.


Santa Cruz, CA

$20-25/hr4 yrs exp

Young College Student Passionate In Providing Care

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Hi my name is Zoey. I started working for people with disabilities at Camp Harmon in the Santa Cruz mountains. From there, I was employed as a live in nanny in California and London for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I currently work for Cedars of Marin as a support care aid and am trained to handle personal and...
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Grace B.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

Searching For Full Time Fun!

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Hi I'm Grace, I'm 23 and a recent college graduate! I have been caring for children since the age 15. I worked at a daycare as my first job where I became CPR certified with children and infants & I have kept up that certification ever since! I have nannied for a few families and have recent references available! I just...
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Cathy G.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

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Hello. My name is Cathy and I am a mother of three adults. I am patient and caring and young spirited. I have worked with special needs children for about 3 years now. I have worked at CSLOT, and in private homes with Autistic children and children with a diagnosis of ADD. Being a mother of three (two with ADD), I know what a...
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Johanne Z.


Watsonville, CA

$28-35/hr4 yrs exp

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I have worked with special needs children for about 4 years now. I was a program specialist at the Boys &' Girls club of America. I am currently a caregiver for seniors &' a student at Sacramento State. I am doing school online and have open availability. If interested in talking to me please reach out. I can provide my resume....
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Rachel S.


Santa Cruz, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 10 years of caregiving experience with 7 years of lead supervision. I can help with Bathing/Grooming/Hygiene/Medication and Brushing Protocol along with transportation to and from grocery stores.
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Savannah M.


San Jose, CA

$32-50/hr4 yrs exp

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For the past 3 years I have worked with a bed bound individual in his 70's. My responsibilities included but not limited to tidying up, administration of both medication and insulin changing both clothes and diapers, feed through peg tube along with pleasure feeding, bed baths and more. I am young but enjoy assisting and take...
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Andie D.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

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Hello, I'm a Licensed Vocational Nurse with over 10 years of experience in home health, post-op recovery, special needs and skilled nursing.
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Natasha J.


Santa Cruz, CA

$15-25/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver For Individuals With Special Needs

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I have been working with adults with disabilities for the past 8 years. I have worked at day programs, group homes and at one point, I was a live-in. I hope to start working with teens and children in this community as well. I have experience with many types of disabilities and behaviors and strive to help each individual attain...
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Maria C.


Ben Lomond, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

Patient, Caring And Trustworthy Caregiver

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Hello, I took care of my aunt and grandmother when they became dependent and ill. I care for a special needs teenager and care for elderly folks. I have been care giving for 10 years. I left the corporate world as a recruiter in 2000. I decided to pursue my passion and what brings me joy and happiness. I look forward to meeting...
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Kim J.


San Jose, CA

$22-25/hr10 yrs exp

I Like To Smile

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I have been working for a School. I have been there for 15 years. My son started there as a kinder and he went to 8th grade. I would work in his classroom once a week. Eventually the parents would ask me to sub for them, then I started subbing full time. Since I was there all the time I was asked to start doing Noon Duty. I...
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Abigail K.


San Jose, CA

$22-25/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi! My name is Abby and I am the oldest of four, so I've basically been a built-in babysitter since my siblings were born. I am a nursing student and track/cross country athlete looking for work to pay for school. I have a strong passion for providing care and working with children. If provided the opportunity, my work ethic and...
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Emily W.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr2 yrs exp

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I have worked with a young woman who has Down Syndrome. I supported her by taking her to her job and being a job coach for her. I have also worked in an establishment that had a day room in which I provided skills opportunities for adults with Autism. I assisted them with puzzles, sorting activities, math and language, crafts...
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Andie D.


San Jose, CA

$15-30/hr10 yrs exp

Licensed Vocational Nurse

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My experience comes from a collection of clinical & non-clinical nursing roles, and volunteer work, supplemented with many years of looking after my now 21-yr old, awesome niece, diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder at age three. I have no formal training for my special needs folks, but plenty of experience supporting...

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