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Jayson P.

RN Of 18 Years At Your Service

Poway, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
Hello, My name is Jayson, and I'm a registered nurse here in San Diego, CA. I have over 20 years of experience as an RN and many years of experience as a caregiver prior to that. I've served as a nurse and I'm fully vaccinated and boosted for COVID-19. I'm able-bodied, comfortable with lifting/turning, and I'm very...
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A Tad-bit About Me...

Poway, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
I'd describe my personality as kind, direct and patient I like caring for people with neurodiverse abilities because we fit like a perfect puzzle I'm looking for a job that is meaningful and builds skills for us both to live more fulfilled lives. I started caring for people with neurodivergent abilities when I started...
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Poway, CA

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$38/hr
10 years experience
Hi there! I worked as a residential manager and supervisor for almost 10 yrs in PA with adults and seniors and children with developmental disabilities. I worked directly with the patients in the group homes where they resided. Also I have over 20 yrs experience doing in home care with children and young adults and seniors with...
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Poway, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Hi there! I have a little over 5 years professional experience in childcare. and also special needs. . I learned some very creative ways to say no without using the word no through this experience! I gained a lot of confidence in public while dealing with outbursts and overstimulation. I also taught swim lessons with family swim...
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Babysitter, Nanny, Cleaner, Marry Poppins

Poway, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a college student in San Diego and love working with kiddos in my free time! I am currently the director of a preshcool serving kiddos ages 6 weeks-5 years! I have worked in a daycare/preschool facility for 4+ years creating experience with children ages 3 months-12 years and special needs kids. I have also been a full...
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Fun Memory Creator!

Poway, CA

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$15/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Shayla I am a very outgoing, patient, and understanding person with 5 years of caring for babies to teens. I've gained this experience by babysitting, nannying, and working at summer camps. With me your child or children's safety and happiness is my highest priority. I have no problem helping out with any...
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Poway, CA

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$22/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
light cleaning
meal prep
I'm CPR, AED, and pediatric first aid certified. I'm a new mom looking for a way to earn an income while still being able to spend time with my daughter. I'm willing to do pickup and drop off or run errands for the family. I am also interested in babysitting out of my home in poway. I have doubles of a lot of essentials such as...
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Poway, CA

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$28/hr
3 years experience
Hi there! I am Faith I have worked as a birth and postpartum doula for the past three years and have been an unofficial nanny/sitter to many friends and family for the past five years. I adore birth work to my core, however I am transitioning into nanny work in hopes of a more consistent schedule. I am confident caring for...
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Behavorial Coach

Poway, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Coach and Behavioral Technician in training (training complete 3/20/25) with over three years of in-home experience supporting children on the autism spectrum and those with special needs. Proven expertise in implementing behavior analysis principles, fostering emotional regulation, and...
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Poway, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
Hi! My name is Monique, I consider myself a natural-born caregiver living in Poway. I am a PT behavioral therapist and wellness facilitator. I work M-F from 4pm-7 p.m. for special families in home and looking to take on more work to fill my time where I can be in my natural nurturing energetics! I love children and have always...
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Full-Time/Part-Time Nanny Available

San Diego, CA

4.6(1)
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$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Looking for a loving family. Experience with special needs children, newborns, infants, and toddlers - including twins and triplets. I am CPR/First Aid Certified with a great driving record. I am reliable, flexible, a pro at potty training, willing to do overnights, and can travel if needed, as well as open to family errands. I...

Care Member says "Lois was a wonderful babysitter for my son, starting when he was around 15 months old. Over the three months she was with us, she taught him so many fun...

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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rachel I am 37 years old and I have 7 years experience caring after small children including infants, toddlers, pre-teen and children with special needs. I take direction well should there be any specifics with care. I'm dependable, I enjoy engaging with the kids, I'm CPR & first aid certified, vaccinated and take...

Care Member says "From day one, Rachel has been a positive influence in our kids’ lives. She has great communication, is responsible, playful, engaging, creative… I could...

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Full-Time Nanny\ Short Term House\pet Sitter Available

San Diego, CA

4.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
My lifelong goal has always been to be wife and a mother. One of my favorite parts is the personal connection I get to create with a family and the children. My dream is to find a "forever family" to grow with and stay with for the long term! I have cared for many multiple kid families, infant, and children with special needs!...

Irene M. says "I interviewed Jacqueline for a nanny position for our infant. I interviewed her both over the phone and in person and she was prepared each time. I was...

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Loving Babysitter

San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi! I have over 15 years of experience working professionally with kids. I worked as a licensed speech/language therapist assistant for over 10 years. I worked with preschool to middle school. I worked in a health clinic, private practice and schools. I'm bilingual Spanish/English. I'm a mom to a now 16-year-old boy with special...

Samantha D. says "Erika has been watching my 2 rambunctious boys for a few weeks now. She is absolutely wonderful, she plans activities for them, takes them to the park...

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Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
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$26/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
light cleaning
travel
Hi! I'm Tyler, a registered behavioral therapist with 5+ years of experience specializing in special needs children, typically moderate/severe. With degrees from UCLA in Education and SDSU in Autism Specialization, I'm well-equipped to handle any challenge. I prioritize creating environments where a child's individualism can...

Erin S. says "I don't know if I can write a glowing-enough recommendation for Tyler! She is amazing. My son has autism and due to his sometimes significant behaviors and...

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Experienced Full Time Nanny Available

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
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$17/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
Hello, I am a military wife looking for a nanny/babysitting job! I come from a family of 7 so growing up there were 5 of us kids. I have 2, much younger than me sisters, who I grew up taking care of a majority of the time while my parents worked. I also have a with a brother who has Aspergers so I have experience with special...

Brittany A. says "Dog friendly, very personable, punctual. Will do activities and spends an exorbitant amount of one on one time with your children. Goes out of her way...

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Part-Time Loving Babysitter

Escondido, CA

5.0(1)
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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
grocery shopping
light cleaning
I am a loving mom who has raised four children. I am also a grandmother of four. I have been a Teacher's Helper, a Camp Counselor, and a tutor and a mentor to many children in my life. All children are a treasure and a gift! I really love kids and I taught ballet for many years to children. I raised a special needs child and she...

Kimberly R. says "Cindy worked for us for two years. During that time, she picked our kids up from school every day and took them to various activities including dance,...

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Escondido, CA

5.0(0)
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$20/hr
10 years experience
Hello there, My name is Ismat but most would call me, Amy. I live in Poway and I have 29 years worth of experience as a nanny. I have worked with children of all ages from newborns and twins, to teenagers and children with disabilities. Plus, I do sleep training for babies to put them in comfortable schedules for their parents....
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Part Time

Santee, CA

3.5(1)
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$32/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
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,...

Care Member says "Rachel was amazing, we have twin toddlers and at the time they were a little over a year old till they were 2.5 . She was so good with them, she helped...

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San Diego, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have babysat since I was 12 yrs old and am now 30. I enjoy working with kids. It was my main job until I graduated from college. I am currently in a career change and only seeking very limited hours (5-10 hrs/week) while studying for my board certification, and starting my new career as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. I...

Care Member says "Kelli was amazing. Communicative and attentive. My son enjoyed his time with her and we would definitely use her again. "

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Lois K.

Lois was a wonderful babysitter for my son, starting when he was around 15 months old. Over the three months she was with us, she taught him...

- Care member

Rachel R.

From day one, Rachel has been a positive influence in our kids’ lives. She has great communication, is responsible, playful, engaging,...

- Care member

Jacqueline M.

I interviewed Jacqueline for a nanny position for our infant. I interviewed her both over the phone and in person and she was prepared each...

- Irene M.

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