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Calli-joy G.

Fun, Friendly Babysitter/Nanny

Escondido, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Calli. Im married to my high school sweetheart. I have always loved children. I grew up with a daycare in my parents' home. I have babysat for many people from newborn to 12 years old. My recent jobs include watching 2 Brothers for the past 3 years (now 4 + 5 years old.) Ive currently watching another little boy...
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San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Recent college grad. I have volunteer experience through the Special Olympics and a Night To Shine. Additionally, I have experience doing respite care. Currently I work as a developmental paraprofessional doing play therapy for kids with autism.
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San Marcos, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Travel
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I am a passionate, trustworthy, and responsible individual seeking new opportunities to work with children. I have previous experience working with children of all ages, including those with special needs. This experience has given me valuable skills in child care and development. My love for creating safe and nurturing...
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Energetic And Loving Sitter!!

Carlsbad, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
I have been a mom for 25 years and I have over 10 years of experience working children with and without special needs/autism. I am passionate about caring for ages newborns and up. Working with children has always been rewarding, enjoyable and a passion of mine. Having the opportunity to share my ideas and hear new ones from...
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Get To Know A Little About Me

San Marcos, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, my name is Angie and I'm offering child care for weekends or date nights. I've been a caregiver for more than eight years and have worked with children of all ages, from newborns to preteens. I have experience taking care babies, toddlers, multiple kids at once, and I have experience taking care kids with special...
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Experienced Health Care Worker

Escondido, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
light cleaning
respite care
errands
+ 1 more
Experienced healthcare worker for over 10 years. I've worked in home and In facilities, both private care and agencies. I have extensive experience with special needs, Alzheimer's, dementia and stroke patients.
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About me

Carlsbad, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Hello my name is Tierrah and I am a junior at California Baptist University studying criminal justice and development studies . I have two years almost 3 with those whom deal with different challenges in life . I am CPR and first aid certified. I don't mind cooking and cleaning , teaching reading , abc's , playing outside ,...
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Loving Care For Special Needs

Carlsbad, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Hello, I am a California State Credentialed teacher and love working with special needs children. I am patient and caring.
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Escondido, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
As a dedicated special needs behavior technician with a decade of experience, my passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. I am patient, calm, and creative, providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for your children to thrive. With my background in behavioral health, I understand the importance of...
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Caring And Compassionate

Carlsbad, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I have worked with many ages for special needs care. I have a few family members as well that are also special needs and I have helped care for them as well. I know it can be hard so if you need help please reach out.
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Del Mar, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Hi! I am a very reliable, patient person who has been working with kids/adults with disabilities for the last couple of years. I am a full time instructional assistant working at an adult transition program called coast academy! I love doing creative activities and am comfortable in almost any situation.
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Part-Time Caregiver

Carlsbad, CA

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$17/hr
Meal prep
dementia
live-in home care
errands
light cleaning
My experience includes one year of being a volunteer worker in the Activities department of a nursing during college. More recently, i am helping out friend/neighbor by checking on their special needs parents, shopping or preparing food, looking for hazards in the home, medicine compliance and some companionship. I briefly held...
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Careful Creative And Fun

Solana Beach, CA

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$24/hr
10 years experience
Dementia
light cleaning
personal care
I taught high school special ed for 14 years. I've been an independent living coach for special needs adults for 8 years. Experience as PA managing an estate in Fairbanks for over 5 years. I have 4daughters a set of twins So multitasking management and self-advocacy comes as no surprise. I love my family, friends, and sports....
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Vista, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
travel
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hello, I would love to help you out! My name is Jocelynn, and I have 10 years of overall experience caring for young children and 2 years of paid experience. I've helped care for my younger sister, who is now 10, as well as my special needs brother, who is now thriving at 15. I understand the importance of patience, reliability,...
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Escondido, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Behavior tech with 5 years of experience! I've worked with all kinds of special needs clients from children to seniors in their homes.
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Uniquely Experienced

San Marcos, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Hello my name is Janie and I have over 5 years experience working with students in special education. I was a paraeducator for the last 4 years and recently left my position to pursue to Masters degree in Education. I also have had training as an ABA therapist. I hope to hear from you soon if you have further questions!
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Child Disability Care

Carlsbad, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
I have worked 7 months with a 5-year-old who has Agenesis of corpus callosum (ACC) a rare disorder that is present at birth (congenital). It is characterized by a partial or complete absence (agenesis) of an area of the brain that connects the two cerebral hemispheres. Due to the he had trouble walking, was not speaking at all,...
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LPN

San Diego, CA

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$49/hr
8 years experience
I have had experience as a nurse working in Rehab, psych, pediatrics, geriatrics, and hospice.
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Reiki Healer / Special Need / Caregiver / Early Development Coaching

Escondido, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
I have 10 years experience as a nanny and 3 years experience as a special need care for an autistic boy with 6 years old. I'm 42 years old and I am a mom of a 6 years old girl. I'm an energy healer certified as a Reiki Master, Meditation and yoga teacher. My best skills are helping kids to regulate their nervous system...
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The Fun Nanny

Carlsbad, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm so excited have the opportunity to become a part of your family! I've been a flight attendant for 3 years and due to recent circumstances, am looking to take a multi-month leave for the next several months or longer. I have experience with multiple children, special needs (autism), and used to care for a family of 3...
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