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Tyler R.

Experienced

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
My name is Tyler. I am a 36-year-old male nanny or "manny." Over the past 13 years, I have worked for several families as a live-in/live-out manny and house manager. So far my experience has been with school age children 5-21 years old (some with special needs). I am looking for a full time situation or at least 30-40 hours a...

Jermelia H. says "Tyler worked for us for a year and more. He has become a part of our family. Tyler took care of our than 6 year old son, now 10 years old. Tyler was and...

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Kristyn K.

Experienced Full-Time Nanny In Long Beach

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Kristyn and I live in the Long Beach area. I'm looking for a full-time nanny position with a fun-loving family. I would describe myself as adventurous, intuitive, and empathetic. My interests include exercising, eating healthy, being in nature, singing, writing, and learning Spanish as a second language. I have...

Kathy P. says "Kristyn is responsible, a great care giver to her younger sisters. She has cared for our family dog while we were away on trips. I trust her completely....

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Ashley J.

Fun, Responsible Nanny/Babysitter

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Ashley: * CPR/ First Aid Certified * Bilingual (English and Spanish) * 9 Years of Experience of (Special needs, infants, toddlers, teens) * Own Transportation (Clean Record) * Non-Smoker / Non-Drinker * Clean Background Record Available Services: * Meal Preparation * Pick Ups / Drop Offs * Pet Care * Housekeeping * Laundry *...

Fran M. says "Ashley is a very resourceful and caring person. She made an impact on our household and was always thinking of ways to improve the process. She handled...

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Elizabeth H.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello! I have 15+ yrs experience - 3 yrs at a Montessori school w/ children 18mo-4yrs, also babies from 6weeks-13yrs. I consider my duties to include furthering their cognitive development as well as fine and gross motor skills w/ age appropriate activities. I've nannied multiple babies, special needs, sleep training, sign...

Care Member says "Elizabeth is fantastic! She helps care for my two toddlers. She is great at engaging both of them with fun activities or quietly holding them while...

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Savannah C.

Dedicated Nanny!

Torrance, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I've always been told I have a natural calling for caregiving, with keen motherly instincts, and who knows how to create a special bond with all the children in my care. I have experience working as a teachers assistant at a private in-home preschool facility where I specialized in developmental health for children with special...

Jonathan B. says "Hard worker. Very reliable. Highly recommend. "

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Tatiana C.

I'm From Chile, I Been Here In LA For 5 Years, I Love Dance And Some Sports, I'm Very Energetic

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello, I'm Tati, a nanny for 10 years now, I have experience working with newborns and children, including children with special needs. I love outdoor activities, crafts, dancing and sports. What I am most passionate about my job is being able to get to know the different personalities of children and use my tools to help them...

Care Member says "Tati is fun, kind, patient, and is great with our daughter. She always found creative activities to enrich our daughter’s days, and most importantly,...

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G'ani-shanice P.

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi! -- My name is G'ani. I am graduate of Howard University with a Master's in Accounting. I currently have a CDA (Child Development Associates) in Infant and Toddlers and have been employed as a Special Education Teacher. I have 8 years of childcare experience. I've been working with children since I was 17 and it means a lot...

Kelley S. says "G'ani is great! We were very happy with the care she provided to our two young kids. She was reliable, punctual, easy to work with, and took direction...

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Shervande D.

Professional Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Shervande. I currently have 7 years of experience as a twins Nanny , and had my own local babysitting buisness in the Florida Area. I am a punctual and organized individual, but also a energetic and outgoing babysitter who loves to work with all different types of children, including those with special needs. I...

Jennifer O. says "Shy has been our nanny for the past two years and has become like part of our family! She started nannying full time for our twins when they were 7...

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Robinna B.

Part Time Caregiver Available

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Before being an Early Intervention Teacher at Pediatric Therapy Network, my mother worked with children and adults with special needs for over 20 years. Working with children has shown me the significance and beauty in helping people become independent and active members in society.

Elinor R. says "Robinna has been the best babysitter we've had for our special needs son. Not only did she take the time to get to know our son. She constantly...

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Daniella C.

Long Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
A little about me ive been nannying for about 7 years now, I am currently in school to become a pediatric nurse, and looking to pick up more hours. I am CPR/aed certified, I have experience with the youngest being 4 months to oldest being 13 (specializing more with infants and toddlers!) Ive worked with children with special...

Care Member says "Hired Daniella to nanny for my 7 month old & 2 year old she’s very organized very friendly she picked up the routine fast. She helps bathe, feed, takes...

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Laura S.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 6 years of experience working with K-12 students. I've worked with students from different backgrounds and needs. These experiences have led me to pursue my career as a Special Education Teacher. Currently, I am working on obtaining my Special Education Teaching credentials. I am passionate to become an educator because I...

Benjamin F. says "We hired Laura as a nanny / caregiver for my Autistic child over the summer and she did a fantastic job! She was reliable, professional, and easy to...

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Michaela H.

Special Needs Caregiver

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$20/hr
3 years experience
Motivating others to accomplish their goals while providing an applicable learning environment has always been a passion of mine. I have desire to serve clients with varying disabilities as I believe it is important to not only promote inclusion, but focus on the "able" in disability. I have had 3 years of experience serving as...
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Dawn S.

Child Development Teacher With Social Education Background

Lomita, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 28 years experience working for RBUSD as a substitute child development teacher and a special Ed Aide. I have worked with children of all ages and abilities and differing abilities including , Autism and Down Syndrome. I am the mother of 3 grown children two of which had learning disabilities. I have an associates degree...

Devon C. says "I have had the pleasure of working alongside Dawn S. She has been an outstanding mentor and leader throughout our time working together. Dawn is...

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Shirlene E.

1:1

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
My previous experience is working as a 1:1 Para Educator for the Transition to Independence program at Palos Verdes Peninsula USD and Torrance USD as a Health Clerk.
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Yesenia M.

Super Nanny

Hawthorne, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
travel
carpooling
My name is Yesi I love working with children. I play an instrumental role in my Church and in the Children's Ministry, I teach them about morals, values, maintain good habits, respect and how to be kind! I have experience working with the Disabled community, emphasis work with Special needs children, rescue babies & children in...

Stanley X. says "Yessi helps us with date nights, overnights, and occasional weekend coverage. She has a great personality and is very caring. Our son loves playing with...

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Teresa B.

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hawthorne, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
craft assistance
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hello, my name is Teresa and I am a caring, sweet, patient and reliable nanny. I enjoy reading, signing, dancing and cooking healthy meals for children. I have been working with kids for 20+ years. I have experience from newborns to 11-year-olds, both girls and boys. I have also cared for children with special needs and have...

Care Member says "Teresa was hired by our family 3 years ago and has far exceeded our expectations! She started watching our 6 month old baby during covid. She was...

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Yvette V.

I Have Been A Caregiver For 19 Years. I Have Worked With Patient Ages 59 Years Old - 108 Years Old

Inglewood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Personal care
respite care
home modification
visiting physician
visiting nurse
+ 1 more
Yvette V Summary: I am Reliable Private Duty Caregiver who is very knowledgeable on handling a variety of emergency situations. Adept at meal preparation assisting in the maintenance of a household and developing a strong rapport with a client. Specializes in elderly and special needs patients. Core Qualifications Certified...

Care Member says "Yvette is the most compassionate nurse/ caregiver I have ever known. I hired her to help me with my father he had pancreatic cancer. I was handling all...

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Angella G.

Full Time Caregiver

Redondo Beach, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
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 taking care and watching special needs children/adults for over 15 years. I also was a preschool teacher for 20 years. I've done habilitation respite care and assistant living care with young...

Nancy B. says "Angella has a true gift with children. She can handle a roomful of active 2 yr olds or a tween with severe, non-verbal autism and intellectual...

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Kevrene I.

Child Care

Carson, CA

5.0(1)
from
$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 11 families in your area
Meal prep
Hello, My name is Kevrene. I'm very passionate about working with children ever since my aunt opened up her daycare when I was 12. I started working there at the age of 16 and knew since then I wanted my career to be involving children and their development. I've worked with kids from the age of newborn to about 15 years of age....

Nolwen C. says "As first-time parents, trusting someone we just met to take care of our newborn daughter at night was a bit nerve-wracking. Kevrene instantly made us feel...

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Elvira A.

Torrance, CA

5.0(0)
from
$10/hr
6 years experience
Hello! I have worked at an elementary school with a teacher who specializes with special needs children. I care for my special needs sister who is now 31 years old.
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Tyler R.

Tyler worked for us for a year and more. He has become a part of our family. Tyler took care of our than 6 year old son, now 10 years old....

- Jermelia H.

Kristyn K.

Kristyn is responsible, a great care giver to her younger sisters. She has cared for our family dog while we were away on trips. I trust...

- Kathy P.

Ashley J.

Ashley is a very resourceful and caring person. She made an impact on our household and was always thinking of ways to improve the process....

- Fran M.

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