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Certified HCA And EMT

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hospice services
light cleaning
dementia
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
I'm an EMT and experienced caregiver (recognized as Caregiver of the Month at my current agency). I specialize in calm, structured support, dementia-friendly care, and special-needs support. Families describe me as reliable, gentle, and easy to work with.
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Babysitting, Nannying, Summer Camp, And Aid Experience!

San Diego, CA

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$27/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
travel
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Rebekah and I have been working with children since I was 13! I am senior and am looking for work over the summer! I absolutely love children and have had experience in many types of childcare. I worked at summer camps for several years, babysat for many years, worked as a nanny, worked as an aid for children...
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San Diego, CA

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$28/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
Hi, I'm Yasmine! I'm an engaging and child-focused nanny with 7 years of childcare experience. Over the years, I've cared for children at different ages & stages of development (infants included), and can adapt as their needs grow and change. Patience and kindness are at the core of my approach. I like to create a safe,...
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Bilingual Soccer-Playing Mom

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi! I am a mom with 3 years experience as a pre-school teacher and teacher assistant. I have lots of experience with special-needs kids, including children with autism. In addition to childcare, work I worked as an executive admin secretary for many years, so I am highly organized. I have taken early Childhood training classes.
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Gabby - I'm in my mid 20's and I've been living in SD for 3 years. I've had experience babysitting, working as a teacher's assistant for students with special needs, and working as a music teacher. I'm looking for part time/occasional work as I am starting up my business in the wellness/healing space. In my...
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San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
carpooling
craft assistance
grocery shopping
Hi! My name is Tess I am 24 years old, and I'm a recent graduate from California State University San Marcos with a degree in Psychology. During college, I worked as a nanny for two years, where I cared for children from infancy through toddlerhood. In this role, I developed strong skills in creating engaging routines,...
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Caregiver/Nursing Degree Holder

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver since year 2013 and I love what I do. This is my passion and making them feel that I can be trusted and treat like a family. I believe in giving TLC (tender love and care) is one of the main priority when dealing with client it gives them comfort to feel like home.
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Andrew M.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
As a former operations manager for a home care agency I am well aware of the high standards that families expect from their service providers.
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Born and raised in San Diego CA. I've lived in NJ, RI and TX. I went to school for criminal justice and have always been passionate about helping others succeed! I've worked in education and babysitting for over 7 years. I have wide range of experience working with ages from 1-24 and an array of disabilities (Autism, ADHD,...
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San Diego, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working as an ABA therapist with individuals on the autism spectrum. I have over a year and a half of professional experience working with children and teens. In addition to my professional experience, I have a personal connection to special needs...
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San Diego, CA

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$47/hr
3 years experience
Hi, my name is Rachel/34 and I am a kind and active woman living in San Diego with my very sweet pup Dougie. I went to college in Albany, NY where I played soccer on scholarship. I have years of experience working at a senior care facility which I really enjoyed. I've also done physical therapy with them, so we can include that...
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Behavior Therapist

San Diego, CA

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$32/hr
6 years experience
I have over 6 years of experience caring for and supporting children with developmental disabilities, including autism, ADHD, OCD, ODD, and cerebral palsy, across all age groups. I believe in creating a compassionate, child-led environment where children feel comfortable to be themselves! I love following a child's interests...
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San Diego, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! I'm new to the San Diego area and excited to connect with local families and build a trusted babysitting clientele. I have over 5 years of childcare experience, including 4 years working with children with special needs. I currently work full-time at a daycare caring for children ages 12 weeks to 6 years old....
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Caregiving Experience

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Having recently graduated from UCLA with a strong background in caregiving for children with neurodivergence, including autism and cognitive delays, I bring compassionate experience to every interaction. My passion lies in pediatric and reproductive health, as I am preparing for a career in the medical field where I aim to...
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
6 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
As I am home from college for summer break I am excited to start babysitting again. With 5 years of childcare experience, I enjoy helping kids and families through every day life. With 3 years as a swim instructor and life guard I am trained in CPR and First Aid. I have my own car and am skilled in cooking, household chores, and...
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San Diego, CA

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$47/hr
10 years experience
17 years speech, language pathologist, looking for new opportunities to support families one-to-one outside of a school based setting for a deeper impact and work connection being able to apply and integrate realistic, goals, and day-to-day, transferable, environments, and circumstances
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
Hi, my name is Mehtap, and I'm 25 years old. I have experience providing care for others, including my current part time employer Bob. Bob is a quadriplegic 70-year-old man who needs 24-7 care and I have been working for him on the weekends for over a year now. This experience has taught me patience, empathy, and how to create a...
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Fun-loving And Energetic Sitter

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
8 years experience
Hi! I am a recent college graduate with a Psychology degree and aspirations of going to school for Occupational Therapy to work with kiddos with special needs. I have babysat for eight years, taught swim lessons for four, and have had two clinical internships through the University of Washington Autism Center working with kids...
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Fun Nanny!

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 13 families in your area
Light cleaning
I am 26 years old. I have 7 younger nieces and nephews that I have cared for since they were born. I am very good with kids. I have been a nanny to multiple kiddos and for multiple families! I would love to be a potential nanny to your kid(s). I do also have experience working with children with special needs. I truly enjoy...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
carpooling
meal prep
Hi! My name is Abigail, and I recently moved to San Diego after graduating from the University of Arizona. I have over 10 years of experience caring for children through nannying, babysitting, and respite care, and I truly enjoy helping children learn, grow, and feel supported. Growing up, I helped care for my younger twin...
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  • The average posted rate is $24.00/hr as of September 2026

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