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Jasmin M.

Irvine, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
I became a caregiver because I am passionate about nurturing children's growth and development. Hence why I'm pursuing an occupational therapy masters degree working with children with special needs. I believe in supporting families by providing a safe, reliable, and nurturing childcare option. I am a patient, calm, creative,...
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Irvine, CA

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$28/hr
Carpooling
swimming supervision
travel
Over the years, I have gained extensive experience in child care and supporting individuals with special needs. My background includes working in various settings such as daycare centers, schools, and specialized programs. I have been involved in creating and implementing individualized care plans and educational strategies to...
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Empathetic, Considerate, Caring

Irvine, CA

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$24/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I am an experienced educator with eight years of working with children in various roles. I have babysat for multiple families, caring for children between the ages of 19 months and 15 years. For five years, I worked as an Instructional Assistant for special needs students with the Irvine Unified School District. Currently, I am...
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Irvine, CA

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$27/hr
5 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I'm Noemi. I'm 21 years old and have nearly five years of experience as a nanny and house manager. I've cared for children of all ages-from infants to teens-and truly enjoy creating a safe, positive, and engaging environment for every child I work with. I'm experienced in infant care, including bottle prep, diaper changes,...
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Super Fun Sitter/nanny

Irvine, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
I have worked with kids since highschool and I love watching them grow and learn. I worked for 2 and a half years at a reggio-inspired preschool in Whitefish Bay and before that I nannied and babysat a few families regularly. I have experience working with children ranging in ages from 6mos-elementary school age. CPR and first...
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Winnie C.'s Photo

Irvine, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience
certified preschool teacher Respite provider 7th grader, 11 grader. nanny for child 3 years old with special needs
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Irvine, CA

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$30/hr
9 years experience
Hi mam/sir, My name is Jacqueline. I am graduate of culinary arts in the Philippines and been worked in the hotel and restaurants for five years. My first job experience here in the U. S. was as housekeeper/nanny for two years. After that, I worked as a caregiver for the elderly and people with disability for 17 months. I...
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Irvine, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm an experienced caregiver with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. I am working toward my masters degree in speech pathology and I have eight years of experience caring for children of all ages. My friendly, patient, and imaginative personality allows me to engage with children and create a safe and...
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Irvine, CA

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$10/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
Great with kids especially infants, very patient, knows how to handle stressful situations, I have previously worked at the YMCA kidzone for a year therefore I have experience with many children at once. During this experience I learned how to keep a safe and place while also having fun with the children. I also have a special...
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Bilingual Teacher/Nanny

Irvine, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I have finished my AMI Montessori training in 2020 in age 0-6. I am currently a Montessori head teacher for both 0-3 level and 3-6 level Montessori classroom. I enjoy working with children, like playing instrument, having group language lessons, offering individual lessons and supports. It will be so happy to have a chance to...
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Happy Children. Happy Parents.

Irvine, CA

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$22/hr
2 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I believe that every child is a unique individual with boundless potential to be nurtured. I am committed to not just watching over your children but actively contributing to their growth, learning, and happiness. Whether it's through helping with homework, crafting engaging activities, or simply providing a listening ear, my...
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Experienced Premed Nanny | Fun & Energetic

Irvine, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
Creating a fun, loving environment where your child feels like they're with a trusted friend is what I do best :) With 5+ years working with kids ages 0-13, including those with special needs. if you need a nanny who's energetic, reliable, and truly invested in your child's well-being, l'd love to meet your family! I'm a pre-med...
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Fun And Loving Childcare Provider With Over 8 Years Of Experience.

Irvine, CA

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$23/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I was born and raised in Washington State and I am new to Orange County. I have experience with all ages of kids including infants. I attended a performing arts college in Corona and through this school I have had many opportunities to travel the world working with over 5, 000 children, including places like Japan, Germany,...
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Irvine, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Eleonora but you can call me Ella :) I am a junior in college at UC Irvine studying psychological science and criminology. I currently work as a teachers assistant for UC Irvine's infant and toddler center since January of 2024. I absolutely love working with the ages 3 months-2 1/2 years at this center...
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Irvine, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi! My name is Vierra and I am currently a first year student at UC Irvine. I am trying to earn money to support myself through college and I love working with kids, so I am looking for babysitting jobs. I have lots of experience working with kids as a babysitter, nanny, and swim instructor. I also have experience with kids and...
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Supportive & Skilled In ABA | Psychology Major

Irvine, CA

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$19/hr
6 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi, I'm Nevelyn! I'm dependable, compassionate, and patient, with over 4 years of experience in caregiving and a background in psychology and ABA therapy. I love supporting individuals with special needs and helping them thrive through structure, empathy, and understanding. I began caregiving through my work in the mental health...
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Irvine, CA

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$19/hr
Hi, I'm Marjan. I'm a caring and patient caregiver with experience supporting seniors and children, including those with dementia or special needs. I help with daily care, routines, meal prep, and safe play, always focusing on comfort and emotional support. I treat everyone with dignity, kindness, and respect and I will care for...
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Part-Time Caregiver

Irvine, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi, my name is Alyssa. I am 23 years old and currently working on getting my bachelors in psychology with an emphasis in childcare. I have 5 years experience as a professional nanny. I have provided exceptional care to infants, toddlers, elementary age kids, and special needs. In addition, I have 212 community classroom hours...
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Irvine, CA

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$19/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I work with children long time a go, most of the time I work like a Caregiver for people with diferent needs , my personal experience is a mother with children with special needs, now I feel like I really like work with kids if I have the opportunity .
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Irvine, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I find joy in supporting families and positively impacting children's lives. With 20 years of experience, I'm well-equipped to care for your little one. My calm and creative personality allows me to effortlessly engage children in a variety of activities, from educational games...
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  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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