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Athene P.

Creative And Fun Sitter!

Colfax, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
grocery shopping
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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Nanny/Sitter

Grass Valley, CA

4.9(1)
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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
craft assistance
+ 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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Caregiver

Grass Valley, CA

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$25/hr
5 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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Grass Valley, CA

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$25/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have been caring for children and a teacher for over 20 years. My passion for fostering their growth and development motivates me to be the best caregiver I can be. I am a patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly person. I communicate regularly with parents about their child's day and any issues that arise. I follow...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
Along with having been a teacher for several years and substituting in special needs classes, I am currently caring for a 12-year-old boy with Autism on Fridays and Wednesdays. I also picked up from school and cared for a 7-year-old with Autism and ADHD for a few months before falling and injuring my leg the first week in April...
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Cuddle Giver & Smile Creator

Grass Valley, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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Light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 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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Auburn, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My name is Nani, and I have worked in Special Education as a paraprofessional for over 15 years. I have worked with individuals with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X and Autism Spectrum. Although most of my experience has been in the school setting, I also support Special Needs individuals in their homes. Both types of...

Lisa K. says "5 stars +! Nani has an incredible breadth of knowledge and experience with special needs; is incredibly organized, a team player, has excellent...

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Auburn, CA

5.0(1)
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$27/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
companionship
personal care
hospice services
+ 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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Nevada City, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
My focus is to help families ease the stress of everyday life by providing knowledgeable quality care and to nurture strong emotional developmental skills to the youth. At the moment, I nanny for two toddlers and work in an elementary school managing two classrooms! (8-4year olds and 20 6th-8th graders). Children are...

Karey W. says "Lizzie is an amazing nanny! She's very hands on with all of our boys and keeps them active. From our 20 month old to our nine-year olds she was able to...

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Committed, Independent, And Intuitive

Grass Valley, CA

4.8(1)
from
$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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Experienced Home Health Aide/Caregiver Available Full Or Part Time

Nevada City, CA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Live-in home care
hospice services
companionship
personal care
dementia
+ 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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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I have 10 years experience in the health care field, many of those years I worked with people of all ages and varying levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in an independent care facility, group homes and day programs. My most recent position was a nanny for a 6-year-old with high functioning autism. I am...
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Penn Valley, CA

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$20/hr
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
transportation
errands
+ 1 more
Hello! I can help assist in a variety of ways, I have experience caring for special needs, and 2 months experience helping out a disabled elderly woman/friend, please reach out if you have any questions
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Auburn, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
I like caring for people with special needs because it allows me to make an impact and a difference in there lives to provide support and help them achieve goals. I am very patient and want to built a relationship on understanding. I love making a difference and enjoy experiencing the joy of witnessing their progress and...
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Grass Valley, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
I love kids and have experience with kids of all ages. I have 4 yrs paid experience with children with disabilities. I'm honest, dependable, caring and down to earth.
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Bring Love, Compassion And Care

Nevada City, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
I am a dedicated and compassionate in-home caregiver with over 20 years of experience providing personalized care to individuals of all ages, including seniors, children with special needs, and adults recovering from illness or surgery. My expertise lies in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment, where I help...
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Special Needs Care Provider

Nevada City, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Hello! I have been a childcare provider for almost 5 years now, and have experience with Autism, ADHD, OCD, and personal care assistance. I have a patient and caring heart, centered on providing a healthy, safe, and engaging environment. I am committed to promoting children's mental/emotional/physical well-being. Very detail...
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Auburn, CA

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$21/hr
4 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
My passion for children and nurturing nature has been a huge part of my life. My four years of paid experience caring for children, combined with my coursework in Early Child Development, have equipped me with valuable insights. Before I was hired at a childcare job site I volunteered for two years working with kids at Acres of...
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Compassionate And Caring Nanny

Nevada City, CA

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$17/hr
7 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
craft assistance
My name is Katelyn and I will be moving to Northern California next month. I am 25 years old, and I have 7 years of experience working with children from 2 months - 26 years. I am extremely passionate about working with children and I value creating a safe and nurturing space for growth and development. The first Daycare I...
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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.

Napuanani S.

5 stars +! Nani has an incredible breadth of knowledge and experience with special needs; is incredibly organized, a team player, has...

- Lisa K.

Tammy K.

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...

- Care member

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