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Reyna M.
Lake Forest, CA
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
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I'd describe my personality as Happy, Compassionate and empathetic
I like caring for seniors because I was a nurse assistance in my country and I am mother of a special needs daughter. She is Down syndrome.
I have 25 year of experience . Workings with elderly people I cared people with dementia.
5.0
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I love kids. I have a certificate in Child Development and CPR. I have over 7 years of experience in the Irvine Unified School District as an instructor assistant. In addition to helping students with their homework (k-5) after school, I have also been a babysitter for all ages for many years. I have also five (5) years of...
5.0
"Mana comes on time. She follows directions and teaches my child reading, writing, math, sight-words etc., She understands the kids and work accordingly. Mana is reliable and trustworthy and we will hire her...
Reviewed by Ismail S.
3.0
(2)
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Recent graduate student. However, I had many years of taking care of special needs since my sister is special needs. I was also the leader of the children's department at my church where I was responsible for helping and teaching them various skills they needed in school. throughout my life, I have been part of various outreach...
5.0
"Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say...
Reviewed by Tiffany S.
5.0
(4)
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I'm a mother of 2 adult children and one teenager, as well as a new grandmother. I love caring for both children and adults and they usually take to me quickly. As a retired interior designer/stager/home organizer I also am well versed in caring for a home. My daughter has moderate visual and neurological impairments so I'm able...
5.0
"As a parent, trusting someone with the care of your precious children is a decision that requires the utmost consideration. When we first met Carolyn, we were immediately struck by her warm and genuine...
Reviewed by Frank T.
5.0
(1)
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I just love to help and see people happy .....
I am: Teacher, Mom, wife, Friend... I work with kids.... I believe that go around , come around.... I do the best I can to help, maybe I will be the person need help in the future.... and I will appreciated it!!!
5.0
(4)
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7 years dedicated caregiver experienced in working with disabled patient, committed in improving overall patient wellbeing and health through personal care and energetic engagement, skilled in assisting patient with daily living, areas of expertise are: light housekeeping, meal preparation, mobility assistant, Dr.'s appointment...
5.0
"Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!"
Reviewed by Diana S.
Farhana A.
Irvine, CA
$25/hr • 2 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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Hi I am Farhana,
I am very patient, a good listener, fluent in several languages, well organized, physical strength, love to be active especially outside in nature, great social skills, lots of experience socializing with people all ages. I have experience with taking care of people different ages suffering from MS (Multiple...
5.0
"I hired Farhana to babysit my 3 years old daughter and she did a great job. She was very punctual and also she is very easy to communicate with. She played with my daughter and kept her busy and entertained all...
Reviewed by Shireen Q.
5.0
(1)
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I am here to help your loved one feel comfortable. To make their daily life more enjoyable. My clients are not just clients; they are my friends, and I enjoy seeing them happy.
5.0
(2)
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I have held 3 long-term nanny jobs, most recently was a live-in of almost 5 years, with 2 children.
Before the most recent family, I was with a family of 4 children for 4. 5 years.
I still have a fantastic relationship with all families I have worked for, whom I always refer you to for references.
I have a BS in Child...
5.0
"We recently hired Ciara to care for our two boys. She is caring. She does small things that shows she cares about kids, like special activities, being creative in getting my two year old to eat his dinner, and...
Reviewed by Jennifer R.
5.0
(1)
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I have been babysitting since I was 13 years old. I was a full time nanny for four years and am now a special needs educator and have been for the past four years while continuing to babysit for families on occasion. I have experienced just about anything you could throw at me. I love taking the kids to the park, pool, and...
5.0
"Brianna is great. She has a positive and bubbly attitude, takes direction really well and is amazing with kids. My son LOVES her. I would absolutely recommend Brianna."
Reviewed by Ellie Z.
5.0
(3)
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I have 6 younger cousins that I have been babysitting since I was 12 years old, and continued to babysit for many other families before I started college. My youngest cousin was 2 years old when I first started babysitting so I am very comfortable working with young children. I am CPR certified with first aid training. I have my...
5.0
"Charlotte is absolutely incredible! Not only is she kind and gentle, but she is assertive and takes direction well and follows through. I trusted her
making the boys dinner, doing the whole bedtime routine...
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5.0
(1)
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I know a lot about health & special needs . Because I have studied Homeopathy for 6 years . But I won't prescribe any Homeopathic medicine , Just the knowledge helps me to perception a lot. Also I have 8 certification in Pranic Healing (kind of Natural Energy Therapy) ; This helps me just when parents has tend to use Natural...
5.0
(3)
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Hello! I've had six years of experience with babysitting, and three years experience of specifically sitting for children/younger teens with extreme cerebral palsy. I am an engaging and empathetic sitter, and because of my experience, I understand the special needs and care that children with cerebral palsy must receive. I also...
5.0
"Faith has been a wonderful asset to Team S! She tutors and assists our daughter with basic living needs such as feeding, toileting and showering. She is a fast learner and helps to keep the pace lively which...
Reviewed by Rachel S.
5.0
(1)
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My middle daughter has visual and neurological deficits and my youngest has Asperger's, giving me 28 years of experience with children with special needs.
5.0
"Carolyn helps me care for my adult son, who suffered a traumatic brain injury in 2019. She is one of the most compassionate, caring and nicest people I have ever met. She listens intently, asks pertinent...
Reviewed by Richard B.
5.0
(1)
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- Preschool teacher
- Substitute Pre- K Teacher
- Infant Teacher
- Toddler Teacher
- Live in nanny
- regular nanny
- full time and part time babysitting
- worked with over 4 different sets of twins
- identical twin experience
- Reliable Transportation & Clean Driving Record
- Clear Background live scan
- 3x vaccinated against...
5.0
"Star was very nice. She babysat our kids for a few hours and did a great job."
Reviewed by Jesse C.
5.0
(4)
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For the past six years, I was a full-time nanny for a family in Cleveland, Ohio caring for all three of their children since birth.
My fiancé and I recently moved to Irvine California for a job transfer and I am now looking for a new family to call me their Mary Poppins.
I have more than 10-years of full-time experience with...
5.0
"Laura is exceptional! Creative, fun, smart, organized, always putting the needs of the kids and parents first. Truly, a nanny extraordinaire! "
Reviewed by Care member
5.0
(1)
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For the most part of my life, I have been involved with caring for my sister who is special need. She has a physical disability. I love being able to help kids meet their full potential and experience and do things they believe they can't do because of how they are.
5.0
"I am absolutely blown away by Marina. I was expecting to need to spend many hours explaining how to work with my son to help him be his best self. He has behavior issues, but is super happy and super manageable...
Reviewed by Shannon F.
5.0
(1)
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I am an energetic, reliable mother of 4 and have 40+ years of experience of caring for infants through adults. Throughout HS and College, I worked as a water safety instructor at camps for special needs youth and adults as well as volunteering as a counselor for MDA summer camps. I enjoy children of all ages, and love doing age...
5.0
"Wow! I can't believe our luck. We found a gem in Teri. It was the first time we'd left our 3.5 month old with a sitter and the minute Terri arrived I felt totally at ease. She cared from my little guy like he...
Reviewed by Naomi D.
5.0
(1)
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Hi,
Thank you for visiting my profile!
I have a BA in education and further coursework in early childhood, psychology and a variety of subjects that I found I was interested in. I was a mentor teacher at Good Shepherd Preschool in Irvine for several years until I left to raise my own children. More importantly I have spent the...
5.0
"Miranda gave me such a sense of capability and trustworthiness, I think she'll be able to handle anything I throw her way. I'm so glad we found her!"
Reviewed by Jessica M.
5.0
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I am a Mom of two wonderful children, ages 22 and 20. Over the years I have been a Nanny for many different families. I have worked as a Swim Instructor teaching children with Autism and Special Needs to swim. I have volunteered at the Shea Center for therapeutic riding. I love to read to kids, spark their creativity and get...
5.0
"Laura helped with our sons, and they loved her. She was always personable while maintaining professional boundaries. I would recommend her a thousand times."
Reviewed by DeAnna C.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lake Forest, CA
Mana S.
5.0
Mana has been helping me with the girls for a few months now. She is punctuate and dependable. My husband and I have a very difficult schedule, but she is very flexible and she is able to accommodate. She is very caring and my kids like her. I'm so lucky to find Mana to help me with the kids.
- Megan N.
Marina B.
5.0
Marina has worked for our family on and off for a year. I have a non verbal severely autistic son. She has always been punctual, incredibly professional and caring. I have nothing but amazing things to say about her as I trust her 100 percent with both my kids. She has been a blessing.
- Tiffany S.
Carolyn M.
5.0
Carolyn was the best sitter for our 6 month old baby. She is so kind and friendly. She immediately got down on the floor and played with our son. He loved her! We will definitely contact her again!
- Hallie S.
Francis M.
5.0
Francis was very helpful to find me caregivers for my husband! I couldn't be happier!
- Diana S.
Farhana A.
5.0
I hired Farhana to babysit my 3 years old daughter and she did a great job. She was very punctual and also she is very easy to communicate with. She played with my daughter and kept her busy and entertained all the time. She is very nice and sweet person.
I recommend her and will hire her again.
- Shireen Q.
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