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Katie L.

Part-time Babysitter/Nanny

San Jose, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
Hello! My name is Katie and I just graduated from Chapman University with a BA in Psychology and BS in Health Sciences. I have been a babysitter since age 12 and was also a swim coach so I worked with many children of all ages and personalities! Additionally, I have done multiple years of volunteer work with children who have...
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Part-Time Babysitter And/or Tutor

San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
8 years experience
Craft assistance
Hi there! I have over 10 years of experience. I am currently working as a transitional kindergarten teacher and looking for extra work on the side. Some of my previous positions including preschool teacher, paraprofessional, afterschool teacher, and summer program leader. I am a creative, empathetic, and open-minded educator. I...
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San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! I'm Ashley. I have 13 years of childcare experience. I have provided childcare for several wonderful families throughout the years, and adapt to different family dynamics with ease. I have cared for infants as young as 3-months-old, and children as old as 13-years-old. I also have 2 years of experience working with...
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San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
20 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
Friendly but professional. 20 years child care experience with a degree in Psychology including developmental psychology classes. Caring but firm. I love to emphasize learning and creativity and like to go the extra mile to make sure things are safe and fun! I have worked as an au pair, nanny, tutor, after school program worker,...
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San Jose, CA

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$10/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi my name is Melanie, I have some work experience with babysitting as well as working with special needs children. I am CPR certified, and I have my license and a car if needed help with transportation. I love all types of animals, specifically dogs. I am also a very organized person so if needed, I can do some light cleaning...
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San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
I have completed the required Early Childhood Education coursework and am now a fully qualified early childhood educator. With over four years of direct experience working from infants to adolescents I have developed a strong foundation in lesson planning, team leadership, and parent-teacher communication. I possess two years of...
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Professional, Loving Nanny/BT/ABA

San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Experienced and professional! Special education Medical Professional and instructional assistant for 10+ years. Full-time Special Needs-Nanny for a wonderful client. ABA/BT Certifying. BT held. BLS & CPR certified.
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Former Teacher Seeking Nanny Position

San Jose, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have worked with kids for the past 10 years through a variety of roles: Outdoor educator Garden teacher at a charter school One- on-one aid for a student with special needs Overnight camp counselor Babysitter Tutor Swim instructor Adventure Nanny My calm, nurturing presence, and my playful curiosity allow me to relate to...
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Experienced Nanny And Personal Assistant

San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello. My name is Liz, and I am an experienced Nanny and Personal Assistant located in San Jose. I have multiple years of caring for children of all ages. I have worked with special needs children, premature infants, and twins. I am open to the position I am seeking (Full-time or Part-time). A mutual fit is of the upmost...
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San Jose, CA

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$24/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
For me, childcare is more than just a job; it's a passion. My five years of experience caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens, have solidified my commitment to fostering their growth and development. I am a Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR Training, and my experience includes working with children with...
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Mayra K.'s Photo

San Jose, CA

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$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
+ 1 more
In the last 13 years, I have worked with different nanny agencies around the Bay Area. I have worked with high-end clients. I met terrific families who became like family. I can cook and meal prep. I also meal prep for babies. Clean and organize, run errands, and handle the calendar. I can help with homework and do arts and...
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San Jose, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I am a friendly 33-year-old woman caregiver with experience tutoring and caring for children. I can care for special needs or the average child or toddler. I am patient, loving, caring and kind. I love children and pets and they feel that and respond like plants to sunshine and rain. I am dependable and reliable and you can...
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San Jose, CA

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$25/hr
1 year experience
Travel
swimming supervision
Knowing I can positively influence a child's life is why I love childcare. I aim to support families by offering reliable care. My approach is patient, calm, creative, and friendly. I have one year of experience caring for children ages 4-11, and I'm comfortable with up to two children. I provide updates through verbal...
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San Jose, CA

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$36/hr
3 years experience
Hello! My name is Anthony and I am a 31-year-old there has been a nurse for six years. For the first two years of my nursing career, I've worked with kids at home and in school that have dietary special needs and care. With a background in Homehealth, I am willing to care for a wide range of clients anywhere from kids to adult....
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San Jose, CA

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$23/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I currently work as a Para Educator in the special needs department of Franklin McKinley School District with middle school age kids. I also have a background in ABA therapy witb children and young adults in a clinical setting. I love kiddos of all ages and work especially well with special needs children.
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San Jose, CA

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$30/hr
3 years experience
Hi! My name is Fernanda. I was an au pair for two years, and after finishing the program, I continued working for the same family. I currently care for an 8-year-old girl with special needs and her 12-year-old brother. Over this time I've learned so much from them, especially about patience, creativity, and...
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Perfect Babysitter/Nanny One Call Away

San Jose, CA

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$37/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Gabriela and I am looking for a couple of families to assist with childcare and organization tasks as needed. I have a Masters Degree in Social Work and work as a Medical Social Worker at a local hospital. I have worked with newborns to 12yrs old, have experience with children with special needs, and experience...
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San Jose, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
swimming supervision
craft assistance
+ 1 more
I have been a career Nanny in a private home setting since 2007. I transitioned to a special needs Nanny in 2018. I absolutely love working with special needs and want to further both my career & experience. I have experience with autistic young adults & adolescents. I have also worked Downs syndrome, MS as well as non-verbal. &...
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Megan, Social Worker

San Jose, CA

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$50/hr
2 years experience
Hospice services
errands
light cleaning
live-in home care
dementia
+ 1 more
I have a bachelors degree in psychology and a masters in social work. I have 4 years experience teaching children with special needs, and 5 years experience in clinical mental health roles.
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San Jose, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Transportation
meal prep
light cleaning
errands
Hello, I have been caretaking for most of my life for kids with special needs and now have started caring for the elderly.
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