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Melanie N.


San Diego, CA

$49/hr10 yrs exp

Super Nanny

3.0

(2)

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- born & raised in Kansas - babysat starting at 11 years old - great with new born babies - 12-year-old helping with homework, emotional support, etc. - specialized in early childhood interventions - specialized in working with kiddos with Autism, and experienced with other special needs - specialized in integrating kiddos...
5.0
"Melanie has been great with our son! She is very patient and understanding. She is also very willing to listen to his particular needs and do her best to accommodate them."

Reviewed by Evan P.

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Amber B.


San Diego, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Artistic And Caring Full/Part Time Nanny

5.0

(5)

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Hello families! It's that time again to search for another sweet family. Open to most ages but really enjoy growing with families from the beginning to build a strong connection and support system. I've nannied for 10+ years ( mostly full time) as well as worked in classrooms and specialized/ trained previously in behavioral...
5.0
"One of the best parenting decisions we have made is hiring Amber as our nanny! Amber started nannying for us when our daughter was 6 months old. She has been an integral part of our family from January 2019...

Reviewed by Care member

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Araceli G.


Spring Valley, CA

$40/hr5 yrs exp

Super Fun And Energetic

5.0

(1)

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Hi! My name is Araceli , I am currently working for Kaiser as a Behavior Interventionist working with children with autism, I have been in the field for 4 yrs and 6 months. I have lots of experience with children of all ages. I also help my family on my free time to take care of my brothers new born and 2-year-old, which I love...
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Lois S.


San Diego, CA

$14-19/hr2 yrs exp

5.0

(1)

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For approximately I worked within the school district for elementary, middle, and high school district. Over 70% of my duties entailed working with special ed children.
5.0
"I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from...

Reviewed by Mohammed J.

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Desiree S.


La Mesa, CA

$25-40/hr5 yrs exp

4.8

(4)

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Hello lovely families! My name is Desiree, I am a college attendant at San Francisco State University, currently working towards my BA in Creative Writing. I have worked worked with children since 2018, and have held various positions deriving from child care. I've worked as a Preschool teacher at an international immersion...
5.0
"She's an amazing person all the way around helped cleaned made sure everything was done and stayed on schedule with the things I had planned for her . She never complained even if she had to stay longer than...

Reviewed by Tanetta B.

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Wade P.


San Diego, CA

$50/hr5 yrs exp

Fun & Engaging Elementary SDC Teacher (Mild-Mod)

5.0

(1)

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Hello! I am a Special Education teacher and with a class of 16 kiddos aged K-3rd in the public school system in San Diego. Before moving to CA I worked as a tutor/ special needs caregiver in Salt Lake City. I have 5+ years experience of working 1 on 1 with students of all ages (pre-elementary to post graduate) in order to help...
5.0
"Our 6 year old son had a rough start with 1st-grade math so we decided to get him a tutor twice a week. He loves working with Wade and is very attentive to Wade whereas our son tends to get bored with us, his...

Reviewed by Michael M.

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Lais H.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi This Is A Little About Me.

5.0

(1)

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I'm a happy person that enjoys working with kids. My experience ranges from multi child daycare years 1-5, 1-11, and special needs children on a one to one basis. Autistic children like me and I understand their need for schedules, patience and varied communication methods. I'd describe my personality as attentive, joyful...
5.0
"Lais was great from the initial conversation, the kids loved her, and she was so easy to work with!"

Reviewed by Joshua W.

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Rosa H.


Chula Vista, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny or Babysitter

4.6

(10)

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I have cared for children for many years. I enjoy helping them learn and be creative; including teaching them to be bilingual. My child care experience has included raising my own children, owning and working in a daycare with 25 children, and now single family oriented style care, which has included working with special needs...
5.0
"Rosa (Rochy) has cared for my daughter for the last year and a half, from 8 months old to 2 years old. I have always felt confident that my daughter was well cared for. Rochy has been great with her, and...

Reviewed by Laurel A.

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Jenifer A.


San Diego, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Extremely Experienced And Widely Available Nanny/Child Sitter

5.0

(4)

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I've been babysitting/nannying for over 10 years. My experience ranges from children ages newborn -15 years; as well as twins, up to four children at once and special needs. I have a multitude of experiences handling emergency situations (which can be discussed in person) and work well in high-stress situations. I am comfortable...
5.0
"Jeni is awesome. Dependable, clearly great at her craft and awesome with communication. Hope to work with her in the near future!"

Reviewed by Jimson T.

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Emily H.


Santee, CA

$22/hr6 yrs exp

About Me, Emily!

5.0

(3)

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Hi San Diego! My name is Emily. I am a recent college graduate in search of local loving families to join. As a former behavior technician and local nanny, I have years of diverse child and infant care experience. I have been working with children for nearly 6 years as a part-time nanny, tutor, lifeguard, and behavioral...
5.0
"Thank you Emily! We hope you'll come back soon!"

Reviewed by Lisa J.

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Noelle S.


National City, CA

$14-19/hr10 yrs exp

Home Healthcare Attendent

5.0

(1)

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I recently was working as a teacher aid at Stepping Stone schools. I worked with various age groups. From infants to school age children. Due to the Covid-19 Variant I have decided to take a more one on one approach. Basically I prefer to work with one family and their child or children. I am vaccinated and practice frequent...
5.0
"Noelle was my clients caregiver and went above and beyond to provide quality care for him. She educated herself in all areas of his medical needs, was always willing to do whatever the families desires were for...

Reviewed by Care member

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Rachel R.


Santee, CA

$25-46/hr6 yrs exp

Part Time

2.0

(1)

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I've been around kids almost all my life, and have experience with my nieces and nephews and have experience with nannying and babysitting! -my duties being a babysitter vary from changing diapers to helping put the children to bed, preparing them for school, and playing games. - I am attentive to children with special needs,...
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Sierra S.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

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I grew up in a family with 7 kids. I am the oldest along with my twin sister. I am experienced with multiples because I am a twin and I have younger siblings that are triplets. I am experienced with special needs children, I grew up with a younger brother with autism and spent many hours in elementary school and middle school...
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Alexa A.


San Diego, CA

$12-18/hr4 yrs exp

Fun Sitter That Loves Making Kids Laugh

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I have recently worked at a daycare care for 4 years, and I have experience with all ages of kids. And also I have worked with kids that have special needs also.
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Nicole T.


San Diego, CA

$20-25/hr8 yrs exp

Fun Sitter With Years Of Experience!

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Hello, my name is Nicole. I graduated from San Diego State in May and plan on going to law school in the Fall of 2024. I am currently working a 9-5 at a law firm but love to babysit on the side. I have been babysitting for 8+ years including experience with special needs children! I am also an animal lover and love to pet sit as...
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Faith G.


San Diego, CA

$25-30/hr

Empathetic, Funny, And Nuturing Caregiver

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I'm looking to be a mother's helper that can do dishes, do laundry, and care for children. I have people in my family with special needs and have one on one experience when caring for a child that needs more support. I enjoy being around and taking care of kids of any age and having one on one time with kids.
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Cecilia M.


San Diego, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

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I have 5 years of experience working with Alzheimers patients. I also have a lot of Experience working with special needs children. I was previously working at the preschool for the Irvine school district for 16 years. I can also help with any Transportation Services and Bathing/Dressing.
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Cora W.


San Diego, CA

$25-42/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Artist, Psych Major, And Special Education Tutor

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I am an artist, educator, and psych major with 6 years of care experience. I have worked for non-profits with children and adults with special needs, as an arts and crafts instructor for kids camps, a high school tutor and an after school art instructor. I love working with kids and have a high level of integrity. I am so...
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Megan G.


San Diego, CA

$20/hr8 yrs exp

Child Care- Special Needs Ok!

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8+ years working with children ages infancy-12 professionally. I am specifically trained in Special Education and Behavior Analysis. I've been a BCBA for more than two years and am very comfortable working with all children! I am willing and happy to work with kiddos with special needs, even participate in services if needed. I...
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Dajonique J.


San Diego, CA

$10-15/hr6 yrs exp

Smile Maker

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I am very reliable, patient, and caring person who has about 6 years of experience caring for children and a bachelors degree in early children education. I have also worked with several children with special needs. While under my care, your children will receive appropriate care, and I'm willing to do additional other tasks if...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Lemon Grove, CA

Melanie N.

5.0

Melanie has been great with our son! She is very patient and understanding. She is also very willing to listen to his particular needs and do her best to accommodate them.

- Evan P.

Amber B.

5.0

One of the best parenting decisions we have made is hiring Amber as our nanny! Amber started nannying for us when our daughter was 6 months old. She has been an integral part of our family from January 2019 until our daughter started kindergarten. She is conscientious, responsible, capable, and...

- Care member

Lois S.

5.0

I would like to give a high rank to Lois for her exceptional assistance in taking me to the hospital for a clinical procedure and staying with me throughout the process. Lois not only offered to pick me up from my home but also waited patiently for me during the procedure and drove me back home...

- Mohammed J.

Desiree S.

5.0

She's an amazing person all the way around helped cleaned made sure everything was done and stayed on schedule with the things I had planned for her . She never complained even if she had to stay longer than agreed and she just showed my kids so much love I was really in awe of the respect...

- Tanetta B.

Wade P.

5.0

Our 6 year old son had a rough start with 1st-grade math so we decided to get him a tutor twice a week. He loves working with Wade and is very attentive to Wade whereas our son tends to get bored with us, his mom & dad, much faster. I thought our son would tend to space out quickly with Wade, as he...

- Michael M.

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