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Paisley H.


Morro Bay, CA

$20/hr7 yrs exp

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Hi! I'm an auntie to 3 and love having that title. I don't have any children of my own yet but I love the wonder that kids bring to our lives. I'm very flexible and patient, and always have time to learn more about the needs of children. I was raised by a single mother and learned from an early age that it takes a village. I...
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Maeli M.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-50/hr6 yrs exp

Babysitter And Pet Caregiver

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Hi! I am currently a college student looking for a family to help take care of. I have worked with children for 6 years ranging from tennis lessons to being a nanny. I have also worked with children with down syndrome and other related special needs. Other than babysitting, I have worked with animals and in homes and am very...
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Olivia S.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Energetic And Qualified!

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Hi! I'm Olivia and I'm a Kinesiology student at Cal Poly SLO (for 2 more quarters) with the ultimate goal of becoming a pediatric physical therapist. I have taken several child development and developmental psychology classes. I used to work as a gymnastics coach, where I was the preschool program director, so I know tons of...
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Kelly C.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$14-50/hr4 yrs exp

This Is To Get To Know Me!

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Hello! My name is Kelly! I've been working with kids since the summer going into ninth grade, so about four years. I started working with special needs kids and babysitting at that time. I love to be around children because of their energy! I am good at coming up with activities for us to do, cooking meals for them, and tidying...
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Camryn J.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18-25/hr9 yrs exp

A People-person And A Fun, Responsible, And Patient Sitter!

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Hello! I'm currently a student at Cal Poly SLO, working to get my BS in Environmental Science. I've worked with kids and babysat for friends and family since I was 10 years old. In high school, I focused on working with kids with special needs, which led me to build long-lasting relationships, as well as some of the strongest...
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Cassandra I.


Creston, CA

$20-25/hr2 yrs exp

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For the last two years, I've been taking care of a non-verbal young lady with developmental delays (she is about 4 years old, cognitively) and CP; I also care for her father, who is a senior partial quadriplegic with diabetes. I love them both dearly, and the "little girl" will forever have my heart. It took a long time to get...
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Cait D.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$18/hr2 yrs exp

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I like working with kids because they have such funny and unique little characters! They are always a blast to work with! My last job was working at Chick-fil-A, and I am currently studying engineering - thinking of switching to liberal arts to pursue teaching! I have taken care of kids ever since I was younger, whether it was...
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Amber R.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$25-50/hr5 yrs exp

Sitter, Nanny, Caregiver, Experience With Special Needs

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I have been working in special education for the last two years for the school district. I have a degree in child development. I have experience in ABA and working with children with autism. I am kind, patient and calm under pressure. Reliable and have references.
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Sarah C.


San Luis Obispo, CA

$15-25/hr4 yrs exp

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My name is Sarah and my older brother has Down Syndrome so I have a lot of experience working with children with disabilities. I have been involved and president of Best Buddies a special education program in high school. In addition I have worked with babysitting children 0-5 with Down syndrome at club 21. I loved children with...
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Candace H.


Cambria, CA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Masters Degree In Early Childhood Education

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I have 5 years experience as an infant/toddler/preschool teacher and 10 years experience training childcare providers. I also have experience tutoring and caring for children with special needs. I can help with meal prep, and I plan fun developmentally-appropriate activities. My AS is in Child Development and my Masters degree...
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Lillette S.


Morro Bay, CA

$21-25/hr8 yrs exp

Reliable And Fun Sitter Who Loves Children And Pets!

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I am a very energetic and caring person. I love babysitting children because they are fun and keep me busy! I have been a special needs babysitter for over 3 years. I've been a babysitter since I was 10 years old! I have the ability to connect with children and be their friend rather than just be their sitter.

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