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Hello my name is Teresa and I am a caring, sweet, patient and reliable nanny. I enjoy reading, signing, cooking healthy meals and dancing. 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 experience...
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"Teresa worked for us for around 10-11 years when our kids were newborn through elementary school, while my husband and I had more-than-full-time jobs. She is an extremely caring person, and we could always...
Reviewed by Margaret S.
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Hiiii! I have over 10 years experience working with kids and adults (2-30) with special needs - primarily autism and Down syndrome and ADHD. I have worked in private therapy centers using ABA as well as in schools and privately in clients homes. I have nannied toddlers with Autism and been a "coach" teaching my older clients how...
Heidi H.
San Pedro, CA
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
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Hi there!
Thank you for your interest in me. I have been a caregiver for about 10 years now and I absolutely love it. I started taking care of my grandparents when I was younger and ever since than I have gained experience working in facilities and private homes caring for the elderly or patients with special needs. I have...
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"Heidi cared for both of my elderly parents and is very warm and compassionate. She is a quick learner and is very willing to take on responsibility. She is very dependable and punctual. I would hire her without...
Reviewed by Julie D.
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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....
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"If you are considering hiring Kevrene, you should hire her immediately - before another family snaps her up! I am a single mom and recently had my first child. I hired Kevrene to help me at night, starting...
Reviewed by Nikita P.
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Hi!
I'm Ella, a 31-year-old with 13 years of nanny experience in the South Bay. I've cared for infants to preteens, including special needs, creating positive environments for children of all ages.
I am skilled at preparing healthy meals and can cater to the pickiest eaters, I love a good challenge! I have a knack for craft...
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"We used Ella in 2015 to watch my 9 year old son after school and she was great. She was able to work on his homework and take him to his activities which helped out a great deal. I would definitely hire Ella...
Reviewed by Lori L.
Daniella C.
Long Beach, CA
$22-25/hr • 7 yrs exp
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I currently nanny for a family in manhattan beach but ive bern nannying for about 6 years now.
Im CPR/aed certified, ive worked as a lifeguard at great wolf lodge also worked at disney!
I have experimce from youngest 4 months to 13 specializing more with infants and toddlers!
Ive worked with children with special needs and non...
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"Responds super fast! Great with kids, especially infants and toddlers my children loved her. She helps out around the house, helped me out with some laundry or just little things like dishes or making lunch...
Reviewed by Caroline W.
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I have cared for all special needs: Down syndrome, children with seizures, G tube, catheters, ADHD, mental illness, Autism. I have 10 years of experience.
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I have worked with kids with special needs for 4 years. I most recently worked for a family with a little girl who has a feeding tube and developmental delays. The job was so rewarding and fun. One family I nannied for has a child with Down Syndrome whom I adore. He is so fun and funny and the best kid to play hide and seek...
Heidi H.
San Pedro, CA
$15-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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Hi there!
Thank you for your interest in me. I have been a caregiver for about 10 years now and I absolutely love it. I started taking care of my grandparents when I was younger and ever since than I have gained experience working in facilities and private homes caring for the elderly or patients with special needs. I have...
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"She is reliable. I highly recommend."
Reviewed by Tierza D.
Crystiani S.
Redondo Beach, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experiences Of Last 10 Years Are With Newborn, Toddlers And Special Needs.
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Hi Family,
I'm Crystiani, from Brazil, 36 yo.
I did an childhood course, since then I've worked with children from 0 to 4 years old as a teacher before moving.
My experience in U. S. is since 2013.
I was a live in from 2013 to 2015 during this time I was responsible for 13 yo twins, one of them with special needs (one of my...
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"Crys is kind, caring, responsive, responsible, and professional. Anyone would be lucky to have her work with their children!"
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As a Registered Behavioral Technician, I have been exposed to a wide variety of children, schools, and family environments. I have cared for children in a variety of capacities for about 10 years, from being a super auntie to being in charge of big playgroups, to working one-on-one and in groups with kiddos with and without...
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"Shannon has been amazing at caring for my boys and has consistently gone above and beyond in creating a happy and healthy environment for them. From games and learning activities to one on one care and...
Reviewed by Tyler C.
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I have experience with children and young adults with Down syndrome. I have patience and compassion. I have experience teaching basic living skills and speech. Also, I have experience volunteering with special needs children and young adults.
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"Friendly and always there to help!"
Reviewed by Sonja B.
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Hello, my name is Halie!
I have been professionally working with kids ages 6 months - 12 years old for the past 7 years. However, I also have personal experience with babysitting my little cousins and siblings since I was 14 years old.
I also have experience with special needs children as I use to work for Los Angeles Unified...
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"Halie took super good care of our kids and they absolutely loved her. 100% recommended!"
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Hello my name is Alexis H,
I am a loving mother to my 2-year-old son. Very passionate about anything that I do.
Currently studies in child development with some units completed. Along with years of experience with child care.
Managed a motor sensory gym for children of all abilities. Autism Spectrum and Special Needs...
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"Alexis is very sweet and personable. My kids loved her, and my toddler is pretty particular. She was early everyday and she actively played with my preschooler so he had a lot of fun with her. She is wonderful!"
Reviewed by Aarika S.
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I have 25 years of combined professional care-giving, nanny and personal assistant experience. As a professional nanny & caregiver my experience includes infant care, toddlers, and children ages 5-16 and young adults with special needs. I am fluent in English & know some Spanish. My cooking skills are outstanding and can cater...
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"Candace helped us take care of our daughter when she was just 3 months old. Candace is extremely responsible, dependable, genuine, caring and trustworthy. Her positive energy and helpful advice got us through...
Reviewed by Ken S.
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As a babysitter I understand that every child is raised differently and parents expect certain behaviors in their homes; my personality/ responsibilities vary with who I'm caring for, I can be dramatic and playful when I need to be or very serious and guiding. I'm a really creative and outdoorsy young adult and it tends to...
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"Savannah took care of our 17 month old son. She is punctual and dependable. Savannah set a checklist prior to caring for our son, so all questions we're answered and she was aware of our son's schedule. She is...
Reviewed by Marie B.
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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...
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"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. We love her like a daughter. I would absolutely...
Reviewed by Kathy P.
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I am a clinical Social Worker by profession and am looking to work with children and Family. For the past 23+ years I have dedicated my professional career to working with children and families primarily through individual, family, group therapy including the foster care and transition aged youth population. The management of a...
Munique F.
Torrance, CA
$25-30/hr • 5 yrs exp
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Hello, I'm Munique, a 39-year-old mother of three wonderful boys, so I understand the joys and challenges of parenthood. With 5 years of experience as a nanny, I am passionate about providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. I am dedicated to fostering their development through play, learning...
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"Munique has been a wonderful find! She is a very genuine, reliable and experienced nanny, and it's been great to feel peace of mind when I leave my children with her. She also helps with other house chores and...
Reviewed by Vanessa B.
Karina R.
Signal Hill, CA
$30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Fun Sitter Love Teach Children Utilizing Creativity Learning
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Karina R
Karina R
Hometown: Signal Hill, CA
Education: Cerritos College, CSDH and Compton Community College where I had obtain my teacher Credential.
Experience: I have 21 years of experience working with children of all ages in a childcare and private home setting. I can help with Travel and Carpooling. I have experience...
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"Karina was an absolute blessing & pleasure to have in our home. She was punctual, reliable, great communication and such loving and attentive service. I would DEFINITELY HIRE HER AGAIN! She has extensive...
Reviewed by Wendy M.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Harbor City, CA
Teresa B.
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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 extremely careful and cautious and helped keep our baby and family as healthy as possible. Then she began watching our twins that came along shortly after...
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Heidi H.
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Heidi cared for both of my elderly parents and is very warm and compassionate. She is a quick learner and is very willing to take on responsibility. She is very dependable and punctual. I would hire her without hesitation.
- Julie D.
Kevrene I.
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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 safe handing over our new daughter. Kevrene was very professional but also had such a tenderness to our baby. We knew our baby was in good hands...
- Nolwen C.
Ella S.
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Ella has been such a wonderful asset to my team. She has a unique enthusiasm that is absolutely contagious. Her positive attitude, creative mind, and professionalism make her an excellent caregiver. I highly recommend her.
- Rebecca G.
Daniella C.
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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 my kids to the park or for walks, she’s super sweet my babies always smile when she comes in she’s been working with my family for about 5 months...
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