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Allison R.

Santa Paula, CA

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$11/hr
9 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
Nurturing a child's curiosity and watching them reach new milestones is my greatest passion. With nine years of experience caring for children, I bring a patient, creative, and calm approach to every day. My background includes a college degree with focused Early Childhood Education coursework, a Child Development Associate...
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Caregiver/ Personal Assistant

Santa Paula, CA

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$30/hr
4 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello, My name is Cynthia I am certified home care aide and am registered with the state. I have 13 years of caregiving experience with elderly, special needs children, ABA therapy and caring for children. My educational background is in Psychology with units in early childhood education. I am a few units away from receiving my...
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Babysitter/ Caretaker.

Santa Paula, CA

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$27/hr
2 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hello! My name is Vincent and I come from a large family of 8 children. Being the oldest I have much experience with taking care of kids and playing with them, as well as with special needs children. I have worked as a swim instructor and an ABA technician as well as caretaking specifically for children on the autism spectrum. I...
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Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
5 years experience
Hi! I'm Miranda, I'm 25, born and raised in Ventura. I've found myself in a caretaker position my whole life. Babysitting at 10, helping my mom in a special needs classroom my whole life, then volunteering at Mission Church. Kids are my priority in almost every situation. I'm positive, outgoing, & stern where need be. I respect...
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Ventura, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
light cleaning
transportation
errands
Making a positive impact on families is why I became a caregiver. With three years of experience, I offer respite care, transportation, errands, shopping, and light housekeeping. I have a high school degree and am CPR and First Aid certified. I adapt to changing routines and de-escalate stressful situations, especially when...
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Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have decades of child care experience. I was a nanny in my 20's. I have two grown children, one in college and one now applying for medical school. I believe in peaceful parenting and was a very hands on, natural, outdoor education parent. I am happy to help light housekeeping, light meal preparation and animal care. I have...
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Certified Teacher/Childcare Provider

Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
I'm patient and kind and I'm always willing to help children understand the world around them. I love working with children and helping them learn how to do new things. I have been working with children for over 20 years now and still get extremely excited when they grasp new concepts! Helping children learn and develop is a...
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Ventura, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi, I'm Hanna. I'm a Registered Nurse and experienced childcare provider with extensive nannying experience prior to becoming an RN. I've cared for children of all ages, including newborns, infants, toddlers, school-aged children, and children with special needs. My style is warm, patient, attentive, and safety-minded. I'm...
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Loving Caregiver

Ventura, CA

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$15/hr
2 years experience
Hello my name is April. I have a degree in Sociology and over 15 years working with children. During this time I have had experience with special need children in my classroom.
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Hello I Am Alexa!

Ventura, CA

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$22/hr
3 years experience
I have been working as a respite for about three years now! I have worked with many different families, with each child having different needs. I have worked for different companies such as channels islands social services, child care aware, and IHSS over these 3 years and have had amazing experiences! I am currently studying...
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Ventura, CA

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$17/hr
1 year experience
Hi! I am a very patient and caring person who wishes to help you out by applying for this job. I believe I am a great fit because I love to learn. I am up to trying new things and asking questions. I currently attend college and live in Ventura. I got certified as a Nurse Assistant at 17 and I mostly did work with...
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Ventura, CA

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$20/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
carpooling
I am a middle child of five! Grew up taking care of my younger siblings and am currently the primary caretaker of my sister with special needs. I love playing with kids! Whether that's just watching tv with them or taking them to the park!
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Ventura, CA

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$28/hr
5 years experience
I am a compassionate and dedicated caregiver with a strong passion for supporting individuals with special needs. I take pride in creating a safe, respectful, and nurturing environment where each person feels valued, understood, and empowered to live as independently as possible. With experience in assisting with daily living...
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Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Hi my name is Erica! I am CPR and First aid certified. I currently work with adults with special needs helping them become more independent in the community. I also help them identify their emotions and address certain behaviors. I also have a sister with special needs so I grew up helping her with many things such as money...
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Ventura, CA

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$17/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Steven! I have endless patience made possible through humor and enjoy working with kids. I'm athletic, energetic and dependable. Seeking part-time employment to supplement my day job in the creative non-profit sector. I'm a huge reader and literacy is important to me. I also really enjoy the beach and being outside-...
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The Millennial Mary Poppins

Ventura, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Meghan, and I have several years of experience caring for children-including those with special needs-as well as elderly individuals. Caregiving has always been a passion of mine. My mother was a pediatric and hospice nurse, and from a young age I was inspired by her compassion and service. I'm 30 years old...
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About Me!

Ventura, CA

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$26/hr
4 years experience
I graduated from Colorado State University with my Bachelor's of Science in Clinical Psychology in 2023. I have over 5 years of experience working in childcare, and I can confidently say that I love working with kids! My experience in this field includes one-off babysitting jobs, a full-time nannying position, and most recently...
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Patient And Fun Sitter/nanny

Ventura, CA

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$23/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
craft assistance
meal prep
+ 1 more
For the past six years, I've provided enriching care for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens and beyond. My approach is rooted in patience and creativity, and I find joy in fostering development through engaging activities. I am comfortable caring for up to five children and I am also comfortable with pets. I can...
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Ventura, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
craft assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Bringing five years of experience working with children aged newborn to adolescence, I'm eager to provide nurturing care for your family. My previous babysitting roles sparked a passion for positively impacting young lives and supporting families by offering reliable childcare. I am patient, creative, and friendly, and I...
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Cool Nannan

Ventura, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
I have experience with kids of all kinds, even special needs. I love pets too! I would be willing and able to help with homework, meal planning\prep\shopping and light cooking, some housework and organizing. I love going for walks in the neighborhood, parks, beaches, trails almost anywhere, we live in such a beautiful county....
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