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Michele L.

I'm Young At Heart And Full Of Experience When It Comes To Children

Scotts Valley, CA

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$23/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, My name is Michele I live in Scotts Valley Taking care of children has always been my passion. I find working with children a rewarding experience. My first job, at the age of 16, was working with 2-year-olds at Winnie The Pooh Daycare I continued to work there for five years. I worked there while attending DeAnza College...
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School Psychologist + Yoga Teacher Who Loves Working With Children!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
10 years experience
Hello! I hope you are finding grace, and joy, for you and your little in this new school year :) I want to be in service and offer my experience + passion for supporting well-being for young people, and their families. This is a time when more compassion and less expectation are so important as children + families and students +...
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Just A Reasonable And Kind Human, Who Genuinely Enjoys Kids.

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
craft assistance
Hi! I have worked with children in so many wonderful settings. From 2 years as a horse wrangler and teacher at summer camp, nannying for multiple families over the years, tutoring in English Literature, in-town day camps, and volunteering at a special-needs equine therapy center, I have learned so much about relating to...
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Special Needs Care Giver

Scotts Valley, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
I have 25 years experience working with special needs children. Most recently I'm working with twin girls who are now three, been with the family since they were newborns. Also worked with many families of different levels of special needs.
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Ben Lomond, CA

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$20/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I have raised two children. I worked at a daycare hor 5 years and I have worked in a church nursery for the last 15 years. I love children, especially babies. I have also worked with special needs children with down syndrome, autism, William's syndrome and medically fragile children. I am willing to do any tasks necessary to...
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Young College Student Passionate In Providing Care

Santa Cruz, CA

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$20/hr
4 years experience
Hi my name is Zoey. I started working for people with disabilities at Camp Harmon in the Santa Cruz mountains. From there, I was employed as a live in nanny in California and London for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I currently work for Cedars of Marin as a support care aid and am trained to handle personal and...
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Can't Wait To Meet Your Family!

Santa Cruz, CA

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$16/hr
1 year experience
Hi my name is Sydney! I am a rising senior in college I am aspiring to be an adolescence clinical psychologist in my future which means I love working with kids! On top of being a full time student studying psychology, I work as a behavioral therapist in my college town at a local elementary school district helping out students...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
swimming supervision
craft assistance
I am a 39-year-old mother of one who has a fondness How for all animals, including larger, breeds, and animals with special needs. I am a board-certified behavior analyst who's worked with children ages three months to 24 years of age with varying levels of developmental disabilities, including a specialty in behavioral...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
Hello families, I'm Maddy I'm 24 and passionate about caring for children!! I have been doing so for around a decade. I've worked with kids in many settings including ( in home, after school programs and in classrooms) all various ages. I have a knack for understanding their needs and interests. I've completed training in early...
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Aptos, CA

1.0(0)
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$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Passionate about providing nurturing care to newborns and infants, with expertise in feeding schedules, developmental milestones, and creating a calm and comforting environment. Experienced in soothing techniques and promoting healthy sleep habits.
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$35/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 4 families in your area
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
I am originally from the east coast and moved to California in 2017. I have worked with children for over 7 years. My experience has been caring for infants to preteens, as well as children with special needs and multiples. Exploring and engaging little ones is of upmost importance at any age, I do not believe in sitting...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$19/hr
5 years experience
Swimming supervision
light cleaning
grocery shopping
meal prep
carpooling
*IN BOTH SACRAMENTO AREA and SANTA CRUZ* Hi! I'm a 19-year-old . have an AA in behavioral psychology achieved in my time in highschool. Taking this degree gave me a new understanding and affinity for childcare and development; while always having loved kids and working as a mothers helper or babysitter from age 10 and beyond I...
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Santa Cruz, CA

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$21/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
craft assistance
meal prep
travel
+ 1 more
My name is Lisa and I have been working with children since I was in high school. I got my degree in ECE and opened a day care in Saratoga in the 90's. After my third pregnancy, I sold the school but continued to work in the profession while I raised my 4 children. They are now grown and I work for a company that drives special...
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San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Travel
light cleaning
carpooling
Hello! I have experience as a lead teacher in a child care facility where I cared for infants aged 6 weeks to 18 months. I am currently attending Mission College to receive my associates in Child Development. I have met the CDC preschool requirement, including infant and toddler safety. I also have professional experience with...

Victoria M. says "Selena is my master teacher. She is someone who is very down to earth and very helpful in every situation. She has an unconditional love for children...

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Good Babysitter

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$35/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Swimming supervision
grocery shopping
Hi My name is Sofia . I am 30 years old. I was born and raised in Colombia . I am a fluent Spanish and English speaker. I am looking to have a good working relationship with the family I provide care for ensuring mutual respect and communication. Previously, I received my degree in education and worked as a preschool...

Care Member says "I recommend Sofia whole-heartedly as a nanny/babysitter. She came to us five years ago, when our little one needed a full-time caretaker. Sofia proved...

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Nanny

San Jose, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
3 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Keriann, I am 25 years old and looking to nanny/babysit in the bay area. I received my LVN diploma from Unitek College in 2019 and am currently taking classes at Foothill college to obtain my degree in mathematics. I work at a daycare (for almost 2 years) in the afternoons with ages 7 months to 4 years old, and in...

Georgelene E. says "Keriann is great with my children. She truly has a passion for working with kids. Keriann also helped with school pick ups and drop offs. It was a...

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Experienced Nanny

Campbell, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
Hi there! I'm Melissa, a full-time nanny with 25+ years of experience working with kids from tiny newborns to busy teens. I'm CPR and First Aid certified, and I truly love what I do - helping kids learn, grow, and feel safe and loved every day. I've worked in a variety of settings, including daycare centers, private homes, and...

Suzanne S. says "I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and get to know Melissa! She has been an AMAZING Nanny to my Granddaughter, from infant age, to now,...

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Loving And Fun Nanny/Family Assistant

Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Swimming supervision
meal prep
travel
craft assistance
I am a fun and nurturing nanny looking for a family who needs part time (on the books) help with care or misc projects. I love encouraging children's physical/mental development with age appropriate activities like reading, dancing, crafts, sensory bins/activities, games, and outings. I love to use baby sign language. I am very...

Michele M. says "Chelcie is great with kids. She's every kid's dream sitter and every parent's right hand."

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Loving Child Care/Nanny

San Jose, CA

4.0(0)
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$18/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
I am currently a Child Development Studies Major at West Valley College, with one semester away from my Merit Certificate in Child Studies. I have been an on going babysitter/nanny for the past five years, with a range of children from newborns, to 12 years old. For over a year and a half, I was a full time nanny for a...
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Very Responsable Babysitting

Los Gatos, CA

5.0(1)
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$28/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 6 families in your area
Meal prep
light cleaning
Hi, I have experience with twins, new born, infants, toddlers and Early school. I have experience with special needs children. I have my First AID training and CPR Training. I took class Early Childhood Education (ECE). I have more then 10 years of experience, I am puntual, responsable, funny and I love play outside with kids. I...

Care Member says "Marilyn provided amazing care for our 1 year old infant. She has a pleasant and positive demeanor which we really appreciated to have around our son. I...

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Special Needs Caregivers in Soquel, CA are rated 0.0 out of 5 stars based on 0 reviews of the 60 listed special needs caregivers

Selena O.

Selena is my master teacher. She is someone who is very down to earth and very helpful in every situation. She has an unconditional love for...

- Victoria M.

Sofia S.

I recommend Sofia whole-heartedly as a nanny/babysitter. She came to us five years ago, when our little one needed a full-time caretaker....

- Care member

Keriann L.

Keriann is great with my children. She truly has a passion for working with kids. Keriann also helped with school pick ups and drop offs. It...

- Georgelene E.

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