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Hyunji K.

San Diego, CA

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$28/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I'm currently working as a full-time school psychologist at an elementary level. I have a masters in counseling and an Educational Specialist degree in school psychology. Most of my experience is in working with students with special needs. I have a background as a behavioral technician, as well. My passion is working with...
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San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
Hello, I'm Olivia! I am 20 years old and I am looking for a babysitting position. I previously worked with kids and adults who have special needs with a range of disabilities at a Special Recreation Association. I have experience in this field for three years now but I have been doing babysitting for neighbors and others since I...
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San Diego, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Olivia, and I have over five years of experience working with children! I currently am in school to become a school counselor, I have spent a year working with infants/toddlers (9-24 months) and three plus years with elementary-aged kids, my most recent experience I have is in special needs mild-severe. I enjoy...
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San Diego, CA

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$43/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
I am eager to help first time parents develop secure attachments with their newborn. I have a Master of Science in Child Development from San Diego State University and preschool teaching experience. My current position at the San Diego Regional Center gives me the opportunity to support families with special needs children. I...
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi families! I was most recently a full-time nanny for an adorable baby girl from June 2024-August 2025. From just 6 weeks old, it was amazing to watch her grow and learn! Prior to that, I spent 5 years working in an elementary classroom setting at a local charter school, plus working one on one with children who have special...
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San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Alex , and I have a true passion for caregiving and helping families. I've been babysitting since I was 13 years old, and over the years, I've gained extensive experience working with children of all ages and backgrounds. I've worked at a daycare where I was responsible for up to 12 kids at a time, so I'm very...
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San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
My availability: I am not available during the week. I am only available on weekends for babysitting gigs. Hi there! My name is Lakeia, but preferred to be called Kia. I'm a lovable, active, and easygoing person. Working with children is one of my passions. Over the last 10 years, I've worked with children of all ages, from...
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Hello! My name is Jailese, but I go by Ms. Jai. I hold an Associate's Degree in Child Care and Development and have specialized training in working with children with special needs. I attended Bob Jones University as a college student and am currently back in school to earn my Bachelor's Degree in Child Studies. I truly love...
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San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 16 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I'm a broadcast journalist, and a passionate experienced childcare provider with over six years of experience. I find immense joy in nurturing the growth and development of children. Including children with special needs as my brother has Autism. My previous babysitting roles have reinforced my love for children and supporting...
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I Enjoy Making Memories With The Little People Of The World

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Lacey and I am a speech language pathologist in San Diego! I have worked professionally with children of all ages as well as babysat on the side for the last 10 years. I enjoy playing with small children, teaching them new skills and I have loads of patience. I have experience working with special needs children...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
I am an occupational therapy student and I've worked with kids with special needs for 3+ years! I am organized, fun, responsible, and love hanging out with kiddos.
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! I'm Audrey, and I bring a compassionate, calm, and structured approach to childcare, shaped by my professional experience as a Social Worker and Therapeutic Behavioral Coach supporting children and teenagers with emotional and behavioral challenges. I've been working one-on-one with youth of all ages-including those with...
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Creative, Caring, And Dependable

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
travel
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hello! I'm Jessie. I am available for one time or occasional sitting! Feel free to message me anytime, unavailable for any full time positions at this point in time! Location: San Diego A little about me: I'm a 24-year-old, positive, nurturing, and dependable individual. I'm an artist who graduated from the University of...
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Fun Sitter And Smile Creator

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
Hi! My name is Lizeth and I have 11 years of experience with infants to teenagers. My mother was a single mom and I helped raise my younger siblings from the age of 10. I have had two different nanny jobs in high school. I also was a caregiver for a year at a border patrol detention center caring for unaccompanied minors age 2...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hello all! My name is Cambria, and I have been a child caregiver for over 7 years. I recently graduated from San Diego State University with a degree in Pre-Physical Therapy and a minor in Child Development. I am now a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant and am pursuing my BSN, with plans to become a Registered Nurse soon. I...
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CPR Certified Behavioral Therapist Seeking Babysitting/ Caregiving Work During School Breaks

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Hailey but I go by Sol and I'm a a registered Behavioral Therapist who specializes in working with children and adults on the autism spectrum. I have over 4 years of experience in behavior therapy and over 15 years of experience in caretaking with children and adults. I am fully comfortable working with children...
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San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
Carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
meal prep
grocery shopping
Hello! I am a college graduate working for the Navy's Marine Mammal Program and looking for a part time job caring for children, pets or seniors. I am a loyal person and care deeply for the people I work for. I grew up taking care of my sister with special needs and various pets. During college, I volunteered at the San Diego...
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Babysitter/Nanny

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
light cleaning
I have experience working at an after school care program caring for TK-5th graders. I facilitated indoor and outdoor activities, coordinated snack time, monitored and assisted with homework and ensured safe, organized pick ups/drop offs. I also worked with teens that had special needs as a teacher's assistant while in school....
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Experienced Sitter/Nanny That Makes Learning Fun!

San Diego, CA

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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Craft assistance
meal prep
light cleaning
I have 10 years of experience working with kiddos of all ages across many different settings. I've been a behavioral therapist, early childhood educator, a nanny, and a substitute teacher. I'm comfortable working with kids of all ages including those with special needs. I specialize in encouraging children's development and...
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Im A Dedicated Person With Experience Taking Care Of Kids And With Kids With Disabilities .

San Diego, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
Light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
meal prep
I have 3 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Light Housekeeping. I have experience taking care of children and I have one on my own with special needs so I'm a very patient person and dedicated to the care and safety I specially love taking care of baby's. I'm a nurse assistant and I work with elder people and have...
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  • The average post rate is $22.77/hr as of December 2025

  • The average star rating for rated special needs caregivers is 4.7

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