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Stefani A.

Martinez, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Hi! My name is Stefani :) I'm a caring, responsible, and experienced nanny who truly loves working with children. I have experience through volunteer work, professional nanny positions, and caring for children with special needs. I've been with my current family for almost three years as their nanny. As I'll be moving to San...
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Babysitter

Berkeley, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Diana, I'm a graduate from University and currently work in academic research and laboratory animal care. Outside of work, I'm very active, enjoy playing with my 2 cats, doing crafts, and being outside. I have 4 years of experience as a tutor, babysitter, and nanny, and 10 years of experience as an animal...
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An Enthusiastic And Engaging Pal!

Berkeley, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
craft assistance
I have worked in a daycare environment with low-income and at-risk kiddos aged 0-6 (including children with special needs, dietary restrictions and medical conditions, as well as providing early education and learning activities). I have also served as a Court Appointed Special Advocate, working one-on-one with children who need...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
carpooling
Hi! My name is Morgan and I graduated from St. Mary's College in 2019. I was a preschool teacher the past two years and now work from home part time. I would love to help with your child care needs, as well as assist in any schoolwork or any homework/lesson plan assistance. I have 12+ years of experience working with kids ages 5...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$20/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Gigi! I have experience working with kids ages 0-13. I recently spent 9 months abroad where I helped teach English, ran children's programs, and worked in daycares. On top of that, I have 3 years of nannying experience and a background as a swim instructor. I'm happy to help around the house with daily tasks, and I...
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Teacher / Experienced Nanny Looking To Provide Summer Care

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi everyone! *I am currently looking for a part or full time nanny or tutoring position for the months June and July or occasional babysitting jobs!* I am a 3rd year, 2nd grade teacher here in Oakland with a degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Child Development. I have nannied for countless families (CA, NYC, Italy)...
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Martinez, CA

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$35/hr
1 year experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Safa. I live in Martinez, CA and work mornings with children on the autism spectrum and children with special needs. I have over 10 years of caregiving experience and a certificate in art and art therapy. I create a calm, safe, and nurturing environment and enjoy using simple art activities to support children's...
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Happy Helper

Lafayette, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
I have extensive experience providing child care and love kids (including caring for children with disabilities and special needs). My undergraduate bachelor's program included a university studies focus in Child and Family Studies. I have provided child care for countless families beginning in middle school. I've assisted in...
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Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

Oakland, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old respectively when I started. I live...
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Experienced Short Notice Babysitter Available!

Hercules, CA

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$30/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I am a certificated high school math teacher at in Albany, CA, with a bachelor's degree from Columbia University. I specialize in helping students build confidence, conceptual understanding and problem-solving skills in math. I also have extensive childcare experience, including working as a nanny for multiple families...
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Hercules, CA

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$27/hr
15 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
To introduce myself, my name is Cynthia and I recently moved back to the Bay Area after living and working as a Nanny in Hawaii from 2011 to 2025. I'm a healthy, active nana with a total of 16 years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and preschoolers including preemies, twins and kids with special needs. After...
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Walnut Creek, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello my name is Mima and I enjoy spending time with children as they bring joy to my life and they keep me motivated! Throughout the last 9+ years of being a Nanny/Babysitter in California (I have 2 additional years of babysitting in my home country Serbia), I have learned a lot about children: how they grow and develop, to...
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
I am the third oldest of eight kids and have loved working with kids all my life. Once I was old enough to work, I worked at a summer camp each summer where I was a camp counselor. I became an Elementary Education major and gained 3years of experience teaching kids at 6 different internships. I then went on to work full time as...
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Oakland, CA

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$27/hr
10 years experience
My name Is Nora. • Have more than 20 years of nanny/ babysitter experience • Have worked with children from newborn age until 15 years old • My favorite ages are newborn up until 8 years old • Have worked with a lot of families and children/kids I worked at this company called 1st choice nanny services and was with this...
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Moraga, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
carpooling
I have experience working as a babysitter for the past three years. I have experience babysitting children with special needs for the last 2 years. I can also provide transportation for the kids and do light house cleaning! I'd describe my personality as resourceful, empathetic and driven In my spare time, I like to bake, hike...
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Alameda, CA

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$15/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
grocery shopping
Hello! I'm Kaila, nanny with 2 years of experience caring for children aged 2-15. In 2020, I was a teacher assistant at a daycare for kids 1-5, where I changed diapers, ensured safety, and provided nutrition. Currently, I work with four families: 1. For a 7 and 11-year-old, I handle drop-offs, meal prep, household chores, and...
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Emeryville, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Nurturing children and watching them blossom is one of my greatest joys. For over 10 years I have been the main care giver for my family, providing full-time care for my younger siblings, as well as caring for my neurodivergent and special needs niece for the first 4 years of her life. I have also babysat for neighbors and...
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Shanese W.'s Photo

Emeryville, CA

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$27/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
carpooling
Nurturing young minds is more than a job for me; it's a genuine passion. For the past nine years, I've dedicated myself to creating enriching environments where children can thrive. My approach is rooted in patience, creativity, and open communication. I provide regular updates via text or phone call, and I always follow the...
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Emeryville, CA

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$18/hr
2 years experience
Hi! I have a over a year's worth of experience in professional childcare settings at well-respected organizations. Comfortable with children and animals alike! I am also familiar working with special needs to an extent. I'm good at familiarizing myself with kids in my care in a respectful and engaging way. Ensuring they are...
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Oakland, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
I am a caring, patient, and responsible nanny with a background in Psychology from Venezuela and extensive experience working with children, including those with special needs such as autism and Down syndrome. I am currently studying Early Childhood Development in California while working as a Spanish immersion preschool teacher...
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