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Athene P.

Creative And Fun Sitter!

Colfax, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Athene (pronounced like Athena)! I have been in the food industry for the past four years as a manager, but don't let that fool you! In high school, I tutored elementary kids, as well as assisted at the elementary school's special needs program for 2 years. I have babysitting experience since I was 15, and I...
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Grass Valley, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
With over 25 years childcare experience I have had the privilege of nurturing and guiding children from various ages and backgrounds ranging from new borns to adolescence, preschool, special needs and live-in. My extensive experience has equipped me with the skills to create a safe, engaging, and nurturing environment. I love...

Coral W. says "Deana is a wonderful nanny who our daughter loves dearly. She is always engaging, playful, and reads her cues well. She started with us when our daughter...

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Nanny/Sitter

Grass Valley, CA

4.9(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I was a stay at home mother of 3 girls, and I home schooled them. They are all grown and on their own. I am a loving and nurturing mature woman who is in good health and physically fit. I guess you could say, my experience is being a stay at home mom for 22 years. Taking care of others is what I am good at, and do well. I cared...

Sarah A. says "Joanne was early to the interview and is clearly a caring woman. She was easy to talk to and had a positive attitude. She was very flexible and willing...

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Grass Valley, CA

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$21/hr
6 years experience
Hi, My name is Trinity! I have been working with kids since Middle School through coaching Special Olympics and Nanny jobs! After High School, I started out as a child care assistant with a local daycare for 4 years working with kids from ages 3months to 6 years old. I then went to working as a nanny for a few families. My...
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Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jill. I am a professional nanny and caretaker and companion to many from an infant to end of life. I am joyful and outgoing and love to go outside and be active and take kids on adventures.. I have experience with all ages, and I've worked quite a bit with special needs such as autism and Cerebral Palsy. As an...
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Cuddle Giver & Smile Creator

Grass Valley, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hi families! My name is Mia, and I am a loving, patient and dependable nanny, with over 5 years of childcare experience. I've worked with children of all ages and I truly enjoy supporting their development through fun, engaging activities and consistent routines. I previously worked for 3 years caring for two girls ages 2 and...
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Caregiver

Grass Valley, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
I am a loving and compassionate Caregiver with extensive experience working with special needs individuals. I am supportive and encouraging. Those I care for will always be listened to and understood and embraced with enthusiasm. I'm also fun and creative so we will always have an enjoyable time together. I'm attentive and...
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I Am Reliable Caring And Loving Person

Garden Valley, CA

4.5(1)
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$20/hr
12 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
With over a decade of experience nurturing young minds, I'm passionate about creating a supportive and engaging environment for children. My background includes some college education, along with First Aid Training and CPR Training. I'm also experienced in caring for children with special needs. I'm patient, creative, and...

Care Member says "Callie cared for our daughter for almost a year, and we cannot recommend her enough. She is incredibly warm, friendly, and fantastic with children. One...

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Committed, Independent, And Intuitive

Grass Valley, CA

4.8(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I seek a family that values nature, the outdoors, plenty of physical exercise, communication, arts and crafts, and constant learning moments daily. I have experience with Early Headstart for infant and toddler care, preschool in a public school setting, in-home nanny care with up to 4 children long-term and short-term, summer...

Care Member says "Jillian watched my 20month old daughter for a week while I had work orientation. She was always on time, very communicative, and even brought extra...

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Auburn, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
hospice services
mobility assistance
personal care
companionship
+ 1 more
I am an energetic, reliable, honest adult who has provided care to special needs children through adulthood for over 25 years. I have experience providing ADL (Activities of Daily Living), preparing diabetic meals, senior care, and end of life for over 7 years. Familiar with early Dementia, Parkinson, and MS. My CPR and First...

Care Member says "I would like to share about my experience with Tammy as a caregiver. First off, she is very professional. My mother was not an easy person to get care...

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Experienced Home Health Aide/Caregiver Available Full Or Part Time

Nevada City, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
mobility assistance
personal care
companionship
+ 1 more
Hi, my name is Jennifer. I have been working hard to maintain a reputation of excellence in senior caregiving. I love my profession and take a lot of pride in providing excellent care. My husband and I settled in Nevada County to raise our family 20 years ago, my kids are now grown. I have a dept of justice background check,...

Cindy H. says "I was blessed to have Jennifer to help me with my mother in law, who was in her final stages. Jennifer is so professional in every way, she has a gentle...

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Auburn, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
My passion for children and nurturing nature has been a huge part of my life. My five years of paid experience caring for children, combined with my coursework in Early Child Development, have equipped me with valuable insights. I'm currently finishing up my degree in Early Childhood Education taking all of my child development...
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$26/hr
9 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I have worked professionally with children for 8 years and I specialize in children with special needs. I worked with a special needs child for 6 years before becoming employed as a Board Certified Autism Technician at a local Autism center, which is where I currently work. I'm looking to supplement my income through care. com...
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Cool, CA

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$20/hr
14 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
I'd describe my personality as easily going, loving and adaptable. I love kids and miss mine being young. I'm looking for a job that I can work from time to time around my schedule. I started working with kids when I was in high school I worked in a day care setting all 4 years. I also ran a preschool as part of a high...
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Former Professional Nanny Seeking Supplemental Income

Nevada City, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have spent the good portion of my life caring for children in some sort of professional manner. I have a degree in developmental psychology from the University of Oregon. And spent much of my professional career as a nanny working with special needs children. I look forward to working with you and learning more about your...
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Auburn, CA

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$10/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
-Experience with children aged 14 to newborns -experience with special needs children -5 years of experience.
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Grass Valley, CA

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$30/hr
Hello, my name is Alison. I am a compassionate, patient, and intuitive caregiver with experience supporting both children and mothers through my work in birth and postpartum care. I bring a calm, regulated presence and a deep respect for each individual's unique needs, rhythms, and sensitivities. I am reliable, observant, and...
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Grass Valley, CA

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$18/hr
8 years experience
I am a mother of two adult children and a 15-month-old grandson. I have worked as a special education assistant for elementary school teachers for the past eight years. I can drop off and pick up from school and assist with homework. Also, I can get your children to their afterschool activities. I am an animal lover and am very...
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Nevada City, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hello! My name is Anjali. I'm a 22-year-old college student and mom to a sweet 1-year-old girl. I've been working with children since I was in highschool. I have 3 years experience as a paraeducator for children with special needs and am trained as a swim instructor! I'm looking for part time work for the summer months before I...
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Auburn, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Please reach out to me and I will send my bio directly to you after we speak with each other. I have worked in neurological disease research and have experience working with debilitating diseases.
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Deana F.

Deana is a wonderful nanny who our daughter loves dearly. She is always engaging, playful, and reads her cues well. She started with us when...

- Coral W.

Joanne Y.

Joanne was early to the interview and is clearly a caring woman. She was easy to talk to and had a positive attitude. She was very flexible...

- Sarah A.

Callie B.

Callie cared for our daughter for almost a year, and we cannot recommend her enough. She is incredibly warm, friendly, and fantastic with...

- Care member

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