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Karlie S.

Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi, my name is Karlie! I'm 29 and I currently live in Laguna Niguel. Taking care of children has always been something that I love to do. I enjoy connecting with kids and I like to be a reliable, comforting figure to them while their parents are away. I started nannying at 19 and have turned it into a career for myself. I...
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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$30/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
Hi! My name is Scotlynn. I have been professionally babysitting/nannying for 5 years. But my experience doesn't stop there. I am oldest of 9 cousins. Therefore I have been the built-in babysitter since a very young age. That made me very maternal and creative. I am CPR certified and First-Aid trained. I have experience with...
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Nanny Available

San Clemente, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
carpooling
swimming supervision
Hello, I am a provider looking for part-time positions in nannying, tutoring and caregiving. I am a recent college graduate and currently work as a freelance journalist. As someone who began babysitting at the age of 12, I am extremely experienced in childcare. For the past 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with...
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Laguna Beach, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Home modification
meal prep
transportation
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been a caretaker since 1995. I have had live in and institutional day care clients. With so many years, I have worked privately with children, special needs, and seniors. I have worked with the Boys and Girls Club of Laguna Beach as both a staff member and volunteer since 1991. Recently, I assisted clients with special...
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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Making a positive impact on children's lives is what I strive for as a childcare provider. With three years of experience caring for children of all ages, I offer a patient and friendly approach. I am comfortable with up to two children at a time. I'm happy to follow your lead on household rules and communication preferences...
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Caring, Kind, Patient And Gentle Sitter :)

Laguna Hills, CA

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$22/hr
Hello! I have volunteered with adults and children with disabilities for 6 years including helping run dances, school events, and independently coaching a disabled cheer team. I also have recently found out I have ADHD, which gives me the unique advantage of understanding the neurodiverse brain and having extreme patience with...
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I Can Take Care Of Any Child With Learning Or Behavioral Challenges Including Autism.

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced, caring and loving childcare provider. I have years of experienced working with children with special needs, DD, ED and autism spectrum.
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Laguna Hills, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
Errands
meal prep
transportation
dementia
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have over 10 years experience working with seniors and adults with disabilities. I currently work as a job coach for adults with special needs and disabilities so I have evening and weekends available. I have reliable transportation, resume and a clean background on file.
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Laguna Hills, CA

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$30/hr
Errands
light cleaning
transportation
dementia
hospice services
+ 1 more
I personally have experience caring for my grandmother before she passed away. I care and love deeply for ones who are older and need extra attention. I'm soft, friendly, loving and a good listener. I currently work with children with special needs and consider myself one with a big heart who has a passion to care and attend to...
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Senior Caregiving

Aliso Viejo, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
hospice services
mobility assistance
companionship
home modification
+ 1 more
I am commitment to enhance the quality of life for my clients by delivering personalized care tailored to their unique needs and preferences. My expertise encompasses assisting individuals with activities of daily living, administering medications, managing complex medical conditions, and implementing behavior management...
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Caring & Dedicated Special Needs Nanny

San Juan Capistrano, CA

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$17/hr
10 years experience
Ever since my sister was diagnosed with down syndrome when I was six my parents taught me my foundation of advocation and education about special needs. Since then I've worked for the government in Hawaii as a Personal Assitant to children/young adults in high school with autism and Down syndrome. I have also had to advocate and...
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Part Time Caregiver Available

San Juan Capistrano, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I was raised in a family with 2 members who had developmental disabilities. Since then I have worked for the Regional Center of Orange County and am a Social Security Disability Representative. I love helping people and bringing out the best in them.
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Hi Parents!

Ladera Ranch, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Hi parents! I first started babysitting when I was 15 years old and I am now 21 with experience with kids of all ages! I previously worked as a caretaker at a hospital so I am CPR, AED, & First Aid certified through American Red Cross. As the big sister of the coolest little boy with ASD, I am comfortable caring for children...
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Laguna Niguel, CA

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$21/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I've been working as a paraeducator at an elementary school for the past two years, supporting students in and out of the classroom. I'm also currently in graduate school studying to become a school psychologist, which has given me a deeper understanding of child development and learning. I truly enjoy working with kids and...
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Aliso Viejo, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
meal prep
I started working with kids when I was 14. I was a vbs leader, taking care of a group of around 8 kids all day. I was a camp counselor every summer for 4 years. I currently work at a Private middle and elementary school so im currently working with kids at this job. I also helped raise my extremely special needs brother and...
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Capistrano Beach, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I am a college graduate in the medical field, CPR certified, Home Health Aide certified, Christian. I am patient, reliable, compassionate. I do love helping people and treating them like my own family. I try my best to help improve clients' quality of life by providing families with the peace of mind they deserve and creating...
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Aliso Viejo, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
My heart is very close to those people who have disabilities because I, personally have a sister that has a disability. It is a challenging job but its all worth it knowing that those people will met their daily needs and function as normal individual as well. So, send me a message and let's start from there. Annabelle-
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Laguna Hills, CA

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$26/hr
7 years experience
I've been working for Capistrano Unified School District for 10+ years with moderate/severely handicap children. My experience working with Special Education students range from ages 4 years old to 18-year-olds. My duties are to keep them safe, assist them with daily tasks in order to support their independent growth in...
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Laguna Beach, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Professional Experience Special Needs Caretaker (1995-present) Over the past three decades, I've provided individualized, long-term care for several clients, many for more than a year. Skilled in personal care routines, medication reminders, mobility assistance, meal preparation, activity ideation, crisis prevention, and...
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Ladera Ranch, CA

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$25/hr
2 years experience
I offer compassionate care for youth with autism and elderly individuals managing diabetes. For those with autism, I focus on building structured routines and providing emotional and physical support to meet their unique needs. For elderly clients with diabetes, I assist with monitoring blood sugar, meal planning, and promoting...
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