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Angella G.'s Photo

Torrance, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
My name is Angella. I was born and raised in the South Bay. I moved to Arizona in 1996 and moved back a couple years ago. I have been a caregiver for the past 25+ years. I've worked 15+ years with special needs children/adults I also have worked 25+ years in child care and 5 years with elderly care. I've created safe and...

Christina Y. says "Angella is amazing with my 3yo daughter and 5yo son. She's flexible with last minute changes and very accommodating. She's an amazing babysitter!"

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Full-time Caregiver

Bellflower, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience
I am an experienced caregiver with 13years of in home personal care service's. Along with also working as a CNA at an Assisted living facility in the lock-down units for residents with severe dementia and or Alzheimer's and with development disabilities. I really love working and caring for people and am reliable and trustworthy...

Jan F. says "Teri was a blessing for our recent needs. We felt comfortable with Teri from the moment we first interviewed her. She stepped in to help as if we'd known...

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Maria T.'s Photo

Los Angeles, CA

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$28/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Maria, and I'm a friendly, responsible, and caring person who genuinely enjoys spending time with children. I love creating a fun and positive environment where kids feel comfortable, safe, and happy. I enjoy reading, watching movies, doing creative activities, and exploring art, so I'm always happy to find fun...
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Sarah N.'s Photo

Los Angeles, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, my name is Sarah! I am a trilingual nanny who is passionate about both psychology and kids and love to bring creativity and joy to my everyday work environment. I thrive at providing structured routines while making it fun and bringing love, warmth and genuine nurturing care to kids. - Portuguese, English and Spanish...
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Ana D L.'s Photo

Carson, CA

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$23/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
errands
transportation
companionship
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as outgoing, caring and empath I like caring for seniors and people with special needs because I enjoy caring for others I started caring for seniors when I was 20 yrs old and started caring for my grandma (she had dementia) I also have worked with people with special needs for a little over 3...
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Loving And Reliable Support For Your Little Ones

Lynwood, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi, I'm Leslie! I've been working in early childhood education since 2022 and have experience caring for children ages 1-10, including those with special needs. I'm passionate about creating safe, nurturing spaces where kids can grow, feel seen, and be themselves. I bring a calm, patient, and caring presence, and I love...
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Jaylene V.'s Photo

Paramount, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi families! My name is Jaylene, and I'm a caring, dependable, and energetic childcare provider with over 5 years of experience working with children of different ages, including children with autism and special needs. I have a background in healthcare, an Associate's degree in Pre-Allied Health, and certifications as a Nursing...
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Leslie A.'s Photo

Hawthorne, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hello family ! My name is leslie and I am looking to work with an aamzing family whom needs help in the morning. I have been working as a nanny for 10 years. My background as a Certified Registered Nurse and Certified Nursing Assistant allows me to provide exceptional care for children of all ages, from infants to teenagers. I...
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Anastasia R.'s Photo

Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
Hi, my name is Anastasia and I am here to have fun and pay off my graduate degrees in School Psychology (finished my masters, completing my EdS degree after I finish my internship)! I have extensive experience working with children with and without special needs, of all ages, and from a variety of backgrounds. I've done a lot...
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Lilian S.'s Photo

Manhattan Beach, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
carpooling
light cleaning
I'm calm, nurturing, loving, and reliable, and caring for children truly fills my heart. I love being part of their everyday world and helping them feel safe, understood, and confident as they grow. I bring professional childcare experience plus the perspective of a mom who raised two children into independent, successful...
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Dependable House Help/Nanny/Live In CNA

Los Angeles, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
I have been a licensed CNA since 2007. I have worked in assistant living communities, also private duty care in clients homes, I also traveled with clients around the world . I did hospice care and final body prep for funeral services (in home services). I also helped open a daycare where I provided care to the special needs...
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Destiny G.'s Photo

Downey, CA

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$29/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
+ 1 more
Hello ! I have 8 years of professional experience working with children including special needs. I love creating and engaging in activities in order to reduce excess screen time. I'm also currently enrolled in college studying Communications and Child Psychology . I love pets and I hope that I could bring joy and fun in a...
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Part-Time Caregiver Available

Los Angeles, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to check out my page! Working with children has been my calling. I've worked with children in many different areas including preschool, daycare, after school programs, high school, babysitting, special needs assistance, overnight summer camp and tutoring. You can expect me to be punctual,...
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Kelly M.'s Photo

Torrance, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
Nurturing young minds is my passion, & I've dedicated the last several years to creating enriching experiences for children. My certs in ABA, coupled w/ early child development, has provided me w/ a strong foundation. I currently work w/ kiddos w/ special needs in the LBUSD, clinic & home settings. I am experienced w/ children...
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Jf Leendon D.'s Photo

Palos Verdes Peninsula, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
dementia
mobility assistance
companionship
+ 1 more
With over four years of caregiving experience, I am a compassionate professional skilled in providing both emotional and physical support to diverse populations, including the elderly and those with special needs. Trained in basic medical procedures and emergency response, I am dedicated to creating a safe, nurturing environment...
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Celeste G.'s Photo

Wilmington, CA

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$26/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I'd describe my personality as Im very friendly, patient and helpful. I like working with kids because its rewarding you can show them , guide them . Its exciting to see there milestones. I myself have 3 . 18 yr old , 10yr old and 6 yr old . I'm looking for a job that flexibility. I started working with kids when I worked...
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Syeda F.'s Photo

Bellflower, CA

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$25/hr
Caring and passionate childcare assistant committed to supporting children's growth and daily learning, with over 6 months of experience working with both regular and special needs children
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Babysitter With 2 years Experience Looking For Part Time Job

Long Beach, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
I am friendly, responsible , punctual and very organized. I have watched my two cousins before one being 2 yrs old and the other being 1 yr old. I also have experience with infants all the way up to 12/13yr old. As well as special needs. I enjoy surfing, photography and telling stories! I know how to have fun but also know when...
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Brenda C.'s Photo

Lawndale, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for children's growth. I'm patient, calm, and creative, and I love playing with children and helping them learn and grow. I have 10 years of experience caring for children of all ages but I am also a mom of 4 kids so I have very mush experience. I have a college degree and currently...
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Caring With Compassion

Los Angeles, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience
All of my life I have been exposed to a large variety of life cultures, and living conditions. My Grandfather was completely blind. My Grandmothers, and then later my Godmother fell into Dementia and Alzheimer's. Other family and friends also have had disorders including Cancer, Diabetes, Alcoholism, Drugs, Parkinson's Disease,...
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