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Michelle P.

Pomona, CA

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$20/hr
7 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
swimming supervision
+ 1 more
Hi, I'm Michelle! I have 7 years of experience caring for children ages 9 months to 14 years old. I am CPR and First Aid certified, have reliable transportation, and am comfortable with pets. I also have 3 years of experience supporting children with special needs. I'm currently studying psychology with a minor in child...
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Tamar G.'s Photo

Fullerton, CA

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$25/hr
7 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
Bringing seven years of childcare experience, I'm passionate about creating a nurturing and engaging environment for your children. My background includes a college degree and coursework in Early Child Development. I'm also a Certified Registered Nurse and a Certified Teacher, and I have experience with special needs children....
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Brea, CA

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$25/hr
3 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
light cleaning
swimming supervision
meal prep
Hi! My name is Shannon, I'm an experienced nanny and mother's helper with hands-on experience caring for children from newborns to 12+ years old. I provided daytime, evening, overnight, and newborn care. I am CPR certified for infants, children, and adults, and I also have over 3 years of experience working with children with...
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Whittier, CA

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$16/hr
3 years experience
Swimming supervision
meal prep
Providing reliable, nurturing support to families is my greatest passion. Over the past years, I have developed a deep commitment to childcare, fueled by positive experiences that have allowed me to grow alongside the children I support. I am friendly, approachable, and very comfortable enforcing household rules to ensure a...
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renia B.'s Photo

Whittier, CA

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$18/hr
1 year experience
Meal prep
dementia
companionship
errands
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been an educator for 2-9-year-olds for 14 years. I teach swim lessons at the YMCA for children and special needs folks. I have been working with a dementia patient since January. I am a mother of a 19-year-old student athlete.
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Placentia, CA

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$26/hr
2 years experience
Meal prep
errands
mobility assistance
transportation
respite care
2+ years working in respite! I have my AS in Health Sciences and American Sign Language from Saddleback College. I am a current student at Cal State Fullerton for public health. I love working with the special needs and the senior community! I am trauma informed and educated. Fully vaccinated. I also work as a phlebotomist!...
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Covina, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
Mother of 5 beautiful children with 20 years of experience caring for children aged newborn to 18, combined with a college degree, has equipped me with the skills to provide exceptional care. I'm comfortable caring for two children at a time. I'm creative, warm, and energetic, and I foster a fun environment through outdoor games...
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Pomona, CA

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$22/hr
1 year experience
Craft assistance
carpooling
light cleaning
meal prep
From a young age I helped watch my younger cousins and as I got older often babysat overnight. I have been working at Disneyland where I spend my whole day interacting with children. This has made me very patient. I also younger siblings who are special needs which has also taught me a lot about child care.
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CBT Cognitive Certification

Glendora, CA

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$50/hr
10 years experience
I Am CBT certified coach , Holistic alternative Healing therapies ! I had experience working with Traumas , PTSD, in children's and adults
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I Will Care For Your Loved One Like My Own

Diamond Bar, CA

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$30/hr
5 years experience
My name is Jenissa , and I am a first-generation university graduate with a Bachelor's degree in Sociology and an emphasis in Social Work. My previous experience includes working as a Certified Nurse's Assistant and providing care to children with disabilities, such as autism and ADHD (moderate-severe), as well as to elderly...
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Pomona, CA

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$19/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I'm a mother to three children, ages 9, 6 and 3. Prior to becoming a mother I would dedicate my time to babysit my neighbors children. I have two children with special needs and know the struggle a mother endures on a daily basis. Keeping the house clean and organized is a mission in itself. But that's why I'm here to help with...
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special needs caregiver

La Puente, CA

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$17/hr
Hello! I would appreciate the opportunity to help out. I am 24 years old, college graduate and I am available evenings during the week, and all day on weekends.
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Alyssa J.'s Photo

San Dimas, CA

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$20/hr
6 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hello! My name is Alyssa and I have a passion for caregiving. I am currently working respite care provider and companion care. I am CPR, BLS, AED and first aid certified. I'm working towards a combination CNA degree and Special education degree. I have 5+ years experience in childcare, 3 years experience in respite care...
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Chelsea J.'s Photo

Covina, CA

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$36/hr
Light cleaning
dementia
meal prep
respite care
I have experience in elder and special needs care and would make a great companion caregiver for your loved one. Patience and kindness are my strong suits. Your family is safe with me.
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Behavioral Therapist

La Puente, CA

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$24/hr
I am currently a behavioral therapist. I have a lot of knowledge working with kids that are on the spectrum. I would appreciate it if I got more information and regards to their needs and their situation just to have more knowledge of the situation.
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Brittany C.'s Photo

Whittier, CA

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$20/hr
2 years experience
Light cleaning
errands
meal prep
transportation
I have worked with a special needs adult for the last two years, and with children/teens with Autism for about 6 years. With my adult clients, I have experience assisting with medication administration, house cleaning/organization, behavioral management, errand/grocery shopping, and food preparation.
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La Puente, CA

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$25/hr
4 years experience
hello! my name is JAR. I am queer and trans/nonbinary. I use they/them or he/him pronouns I have had 4 years of experience as a paraprofessional working with clients with autism. I use the DIR/Floortime model which supports a client's social and emotional wellbeing through play. I let the client take the lead, and follow along...
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Hailey T.'s Photo

Glendora, CA

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$22/hr
4 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Hi! I am a very reliable person who always stays organized and have cared for children all my life! In the past 7 years I have done the most since I have had my driver's license and own car. I value communication and patience as well as spending time with kiddos and making new memories. I love to play card games, sports,...
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Yorba Linda, CA

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$25/hr
22 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
grocery shopping
meal prep
+ 1 more
Nurturing a child's development is my lifelong passion, and I love making a positive impact on the lives of the families I support. With 22 years of professional childcare experience, I offer a patient, calm, and creative approach to care for up to three children. I hold First Aid Training and CPR Training certifications and...
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Melanie

San Dimas, CA

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$24/hr
9 years experience
Hi, I'm Melanie! I am passionate about supporting seniors and individuals with special needs. As a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), I have experience providing compassionate care and assisting families in navigating support services, including In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS). I am dedicated, dependable, and committed to...
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