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Bilingual Soccer-Playing Mom

San Diego, CA

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$15/hr
5 years experience
Craft assistance
travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
carpooling
Hi! I am a mom with 3 years experience as a pre-school teacher and teacher assistant. I have lots of experience with special-needs kids, including children with autism. In addition to childcare, work I worked as an executive admin secretary for many years, so I am highly organized. I have taken early Childhood training classes.
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Have Worked In Early Childcare For 10+ Years, Preschool Teacher

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Travel
swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, I have several years experience working with children of all ages, with a focus on infant to 5-year-olds, as well as children with special needs. I have a bachelors degree in Early Child Development, and work as a Preschool Administrator and Teacher. I hope to be able to find a family that needs some extra help weekday...
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San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
carpooling
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am currently an ABA therapist with individuals on the autism spectrum. I have over a year and a half of professional experience working with children and teens. My goal is to provide helpful care to families in need and support parents by creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for their...
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Lemon Grove, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
Hi there! My name is Isabel and I have been working with children for more than 10 years, I currently have my AA in Early Child Development and have experienced working in both the classroom and home based settings. I am CPR and AED certified as well as mandated reporting training certification. I have experienced working with...
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Safiyo J.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$18/hr
3 years experience
Respite care
meal prep
home modification
mobility assistance
light cleaning
+ 1 more
Caring for others is my passion, and I take pride in helping seniors and adults with special needs live safely and independently. With over three years of caregiving experience, I provide compassionate, patient, and reliable support tailored to each person's needs. I can assist with personal care, meal preparation, medication...
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Mikayla S.'s Photo

El Cajon, CA

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$21/hr
5 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
carpooling
Hello, I'd describe my personality as outgoing, compassionate, and dependable. I love working with children because there is truly something special about building meaningful bonds with them and being a positive part of their growth and development. Helping children learn, gain confidence, and reach their milestones has always...
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Spring Valley, CA

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$25/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hi! I'm Natalie, a professional nanny with 15+ years of childcare experience. I recently relocated to San Diego after working with wonderful families in Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY. NYC is one of the country's most competitive nanny markets, and I'm proud of the experience and high standards I developed working with professional...
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Suzanne H.'s Photo

Spring Valley, CA

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$17/hr
4 years experience
Three and a half years working with special-needs children in a school as a direct-service paraprofessional, and one year as a respite worker.
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Alexis R.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$29/hr
9 years experience
Nurturing children comes naturally to me; as the oldest of six, I've always been surrounded by and cared for younger siblings/cousins. With nine years of childcare experience I bring a patient and friendly approach to every interaction. I am passionate about fostering growth and development in children of all ages, from toddlers...
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Niesha M.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Bringing over 39 plus years experience I am eager to provide you and your family with the best direct support services for your child or children with special needs . Highly experienced with the use of AAC communication including choice board communication letter board communication as well as S2C methodology. I provide...
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Riley J.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
carpooling
Hi there! My name is Riley, I am from Arizona and recently moved to San Diego. For the past 10 years, I've had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from infants to pre-teens. My college education, Early Child Development coursework, and experience with children with special needs have given me a strong foundation in...
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Samantha M.'s Photo

La Mesa, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Hi there! My name is Samantha and I am a current RN. I have about a year and a half of experience in an acute care setting at a hospital and I recently moved from Orange County to San Diego. During this transition period I am really wanting to use my nursing skills to help and care for individuals with special needs. I have...
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Katherine C.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
I am currently a working professional looking to add hours to my current 8-5. I have 12 years of experience providing supports and services to individuals with developmental disabilities both in home and in the community, from a direct support staff to a director of operations, as well as from a case management perspective....
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Miah P.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Miah! My background spans from caring for newborns all the way up to mentoring 17-year-olds, so I am very familiar with every major stage of development and growing up. I have credits in Child Development, Sociology, general Psychology, and the Psychology of Children and Families with Special Needs. Beyond childcare,...
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Alyssa A.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$21/hr
1 year experience
Hi! My name is Alyssa and I am currently a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) working as an ABA therapist with individuals on the autism spectrum. I have over a year and a half of professional experience working with children and teens. In addition to my professional experience, I have a personal connection to special needs...
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Katherine C.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
travel
swimming supervision
meal prep
grocery shopping
I have provided respite care for children and young adults with special needs as well as have been working in group home settings where home and client management were done in tandem. When I lived with my sister I provided supplemental support and respite care for my nephews who were 4 & 6 at the time. I've been an aunt for more...
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Ray T.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$30/hr
15 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
meal prep
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
For over 15 years, I've been dedicated to nurturing children's growth and development. My passion stems from a genuine desire to positively impact young lives. With a graduate degree in Social Work and coursework in Early Child Development, I bring a wealth of knowledge to my care. I'm known for being patient, creative, and...
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Direct Support Professional/Caregiver

Lakeside, CA

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$17/hr
3 years experience
My experience with the disabled has been mostly with adults (young and older). I've worked in group homes along with independent living services. I've had multiple trainings on how to intervene and support those with behavioral problems. I truly enjoy what I do by helping those achieve their goals and the very best quality of...
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Gabriela O.'s Photo

San Diego, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
light cleaning
craft assistance
Hi. I am a 46-year-old fun, active, caring, loving nanny that loves outdoors, crafts and be silly. I have three kids of my own 11, 23, 28. I've been a nanny for over 26years. I have experience with newborns day or night time, toddlers, school age kids, twins, triplets and kids with special needs. I love what I do and I always...
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Caregiver/Nursing Degree Holder

San Diego, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have been a caregiver since year 2013 and I love what I do. This is my passion and making them feel that I can be trusted and treat like a family. I believe in giving TLC (tender love and care) is one of the main priority when dealing with client it gives them comfort to feel like home.
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