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Jacquelyn G.

Part Time Babysitter, Full Time Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$29/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 9 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
travel
Hello! I prioritize in providing guidance and safety for all children. I have done several years of volunteer work and have been babysitting for the past 11 years now. I have worked with children from the ages of 8mos -15yo everyday as a Nanny and as a Coordinator for the Boys and Girls Club of Sonoma County. I worked for the...

Care Member says "Jackie was AMAZING!!! She was so wonderful with my kids, especially with my 4-year old daughter. Jackie was responsive to text, arrived on time, and...

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Sylvia N.

Care Giver/Certified Nurse Assistant

Granada Hills, CA

4.5(1)
from
$19/hr
5 years experience
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
live-in home care
+ 1 more
Hello there! My name is Sylvia an experienced Care giver/Certified Nurse Assistant and im experienced care elderly provider, Children with Special Needs, Hospice and thise in need of care. Im currently seeking for a family in need of full time, live in, live out for there loved ones. With a nuturing and compassionate approach, I...

Care Member says "She didn’t stay awake during overnight shift. It was a problem. "

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Nuriya L.

Amazing Westside Nanny - Infant/toddler/special Needs

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello Families! I currently work full time as a nanny in Beverly Hills to two wonderful boys, 2. 5y & 6y, I have been with this family for 18 months and unfortunately, for me, some new career opportunities has the family packing up and moving across the country. I will be reluctantly saying goodbye to them soon and so am back on...

Care Member says "Nuriya was an integral part of our household TEAM for 2 years, helping with the mental load of running a household with a toddler with special needs. We...

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Alma L.

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$22/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 7 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School and went to Pasadena City College where I did my General Education and Child Development and then became employed by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks. Where I have worked as a Pre-School Teacher and Camp Counselor for 27 years and 10 years as a personal...

Siddhartha D. says "Ms. Alma is truly a part of our family. She is trustworthy, caring and active with our two kids. She played with them, did arts and crafts, read to...

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Ingrid G.

Loving Babysitter

Reseda, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
travel
l have 20years of experience in child care, with newborns and infants. I am a responsible person, patient, punctual, creative, fun and lovely. I am a person who respects family values , I have a flexible schedule. I work well with all personality types. I understand the requirements of various special needs when dealing with...

Eniko G. says "Ingrid came for an interview with me and she was on time. She presented herself in a professional way and seemed to be a very kind and loving person. I...

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Maira P.

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience
Carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
Hi there! I'm Maira, I'm a mommy of 2 kids ages 14 and 19, so I have all the experience in taking care of the little ones. When it comes to children I like to pride my self in safety , I'm very cautious and safety is my number one priority, kids depend on us Adults to protect them. And showing them good morality and respect...

Ruth C. says "Maira did a wonderful job taking care of my child. Now my little ask for her because she had tons of fun"

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Renee B.

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Hello, I am an experienced Behavior Therapist with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and many years of experience working with Special Needs students from age 3+ through adulthood. I have worked in the school setting, community, and have provided in-home therapy. I am currently looking forward to finding the right family to...

Jao B. says "Renee is such a rock star babysitter! My twins love her so much, she's always on punctual, and has amazing energy that the kids love. I would not know what...

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Amanda U.

North Hollywood, CA

4.5(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
craft assistance
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
I've been in the childcare industry for 18 years. Full of life and fun educational ideas! I have my degree in early childhood education. I am CPR and first aid certified as well as a certified food handler. I am a great driver with a clean record and used to even drive a school bus. I am very timely and responsible. I have...

Care Member says "Amanda was so great with our 4 kids. She plays with the kids and cares for them so much. The kids ask about her to this day. "

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Pamela J.

Glendale, CA

5.0(0)
from
$30/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have over 8 years working with children and elderly with special needs . I have worked side sided side with adults and children to endure each individual gets their needs met.
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Ashley A.

Fun Babysitter

Los Angeles, CA

3.0(1)
from
$22/hr
3 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
meal prep
Hello, I'm Ashley! I have experience working as a teacher assistant at Primrose and Chesterbrook Academy. Taking care of children ages infant- grade school. Also, from time to time I help out a family with a baby that has a G-tube due to being born prematurely. I also, worked as a nanny for a 14-year-old boy who has special...

Mallory R. says "When we first met Ashley, she had reat energy and we hired her immediately. She’s been working with our family part time for a couple months now. I have...

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Leslie Y.

Part Time

North Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
I have 4 years of experience working with children. I enjoy working with children and helping them learn! I attend California State University, Northridge (CSUN), my major is Psychology and my minor is Child Development. I am flexible with my weekend availability!

Patricia M. says "Leslie was such a delight. She worked with our special needs son, getting him ready in the morning for his volunteer day job. She was reliable and...

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Angel V.

Special Needs Care Provider

Reseda, CA

4.0(0)
from
$10/hr
3 years experience
I have had the distinguished privilege in volunteering for an organization near my home. This organization focuses in promoting and providing a safe, warm environment and care for children and adults with intellectual and physical disabilities. Working with the organization for three years enabled me to provide quality service...
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Sarah H.

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hello my name is Sarah and I am excited to sit for you! I have over 10 years of childcare experience via youth soccer coaching and nannying for family/friends. I have two younger siblings that are 12 and 14 years younger than me, who I love and miss very dearly now that my family lives farther away. Having an autistic sibling...

Corinna M. says "Sarah is amazing with kids. She is very patient and kind. She is professional and always has a smile on her face. My daughter loves her!"

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Egypt L.

Psychology Doctoral Student (Fully Vaccinated)

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$50/hr
10 years experience
Currently offering social Saturdays for children on the Autism Spectrum, kids with special needs and emotional regulation disorders. Ages 6-12! Please message me for more information! Join Our social Saturdays! I provide a unique opportunity for children to socialize with their peers and the community! We work on academics,...

Tammy M. says "Egypt has become my sons 'big brother' he is an extended part of our family. Although my son towers Egypt, Egypt has a strong presence that my son...

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Karen M.

Smile Maker

Northridge, CA

5.0(1)
from
$23/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
For over 8 years I have worked with children and infants. I am very good with them. I've taught at day cares ages 3 months-12 years old. I had one toddler who was quite challenging and one day he came to me and said "I Love You" oh how that melted my heart. I taught sign language, reading, science, math, history, I sang with...

Jeanann G. says "Karen is incredible!! She watched our 10 month old for 2 weeks recently and was just SO amazing and helpful. She was incredibly patient and smart...

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Michela C.

North Hollywood, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
swimming supervision
travel
I am an engaging, responsible, and very experienced caregiver looking for a part-time or full-time Postpartum Doula or nanny position. I have extensive training in developmental psychology, behavioral management as well as gentle parenting, and incorporate all three while working with children. In my 18 years of babysitting and...

Mary S. says "Michela was our Douala for the birth of our son. Her support and wisdom-in-action was essential to our experience. Since our son's birth, she became our...

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Hope R.

Full Or Part-time Nanny Available

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
8 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Craft assistance
light cleaning
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi my name is Hope , I have been pursuing nannying as my full time job for the last 8 years. I absolutely love what I do and can't imagine working somewhere that doesn't involve some form of childcare. In the last 8 years I've worked for 3 families for long term, until my help was no longer required. Both families have had 2...

Nicole C. says "Our three little ADORE Hope! She is always on time, respectful, communicative and involved with our kids. She is trustworthy and kind hearted. Always our...

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Maira P.

Part Time Caregiver

Granada Hills, CA

5.0(0)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Hi there, when it comes to special needs, I know first hand how its so very important to take care of a little one with special needs from a high functional to a low functional child, every child is different. I grew up taking care of my brother who had severe cerebral palsy at a early age, and my daughter is also a high...
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Jessie V.

Panorama City, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Companionship
dementia
light cleaning
errands
meal prep
+ 1 more
With over 18 years of experience in caregiving, I have cultivated a deep commitment to supporting the well-being of my clients. This role enables me to provide compassionate care tailored to their unique emotional and physical needs. My expertise includes personal assistance with grooming, bathing (including bed baths), feeding,...

Bryan P. says "Jessie was beyond incredible. My dad had knee replacement surgery and needed a lot of help during his recovery. I feel so lucky to have found Jessie. He is...

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Jacklyn R.

Energetic, Fun, Nurturing!

Encino, CA

5.0(1)
from
$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Carpooling
grocery shopping
swimming supervision
light cleaning
travel
+ 1 more
Hello, my name is Jacklyn. I have 10+ years of childcare experience. I've worked with children ages three months up to age 13. Single, twins, and sibling experience. I've had and are comfortable in roles ranging from full-time nanny, babysitter, mothers helper, infant&toddler care, as well as special-needs. Some of my previous...

Care Member says "Jacklyn was very attentive to our 8 year old son. She made sure he was entertained and also helped with schoolwork and housework. She was very flexible...

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Jacquelyn G.

Jackie was AMAZING!!! She was so wonderful with my kids, especially with my 4-year old daughter. Jackie was responsive to text, arrived on...

- Care member

Sylvia N.

She didn’t stay awake during overnight shift. It was a problem.

- Care member

Nuriya L.

Nuriya was an integral part of our household TEAM for 2 years, helping with the mental load of running a household with a toddler with...

- Care member

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