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Diana P.
- 4 years paid experience
- 2 miles
As a responsible and caring individual, I am excited about the opportunity to care for your children and support their safety, happiness, and well-being. A little about me: I provide engaging and creative activities for both indoor and outdoor settings, tailored to each child’s age and interests. I have experience with potty training and caring for infants and toddlers, and I am very comfortable working in homes with pets. I am CPR and First Aid certified, fully vaccinated, fluent in Spanish, maintain a clean DMV record, and have a clear basic background check. I am also flexible and available to support families with last-minute childcare needs. I understand how important it is to find a trustworthy and dependable caregiver. I am committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for your children. My responsibilities can include meal preparation, bedtime routines, and light housekeeping related to childcare. I am happy to provide references upon request and would welcome the opportunity to discuss availability, answer any questions, or address any concerns you may have.
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Carolina E.
Diana is great! She has been babysitting for our 5 year old son and he LOVES her. She’s very patient and will spend lots of time playing with my son. She’s been available last minute, always on time and very flexible with times. Definitely someone I trust and will continue to hire as a babysitter to my son.
Ariana S.
- 3 years paid experience
- 5 miles
Hello, I'm Ariana, and I am a a college student! Looking for some fun families that need help with their little ones. I am a kid at heart and love to watch Disney movies and explore the outside world. I am enthusiastic, caring, and love able. I have worked with other families in the past and all ended with some tears in the eyes when their little ones are grown and ready for school. I am CPR certified! Fully vaccinated! And have experience with all different types of children and each with their own personality! ;)
$19–24/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Norma H.
She is wonderful and my son likes her a lot❤️
Camilla C.
- 10 years paid experience
- 14 miles
Hello I'm Camilla, I am not your average nanny. I am a nurturing musical nanny who prioritizes safety and communication with parents. When it comes to infants, I provide helpful tips for first time parents, from baby proofing to using music from the newborn stage to support comfort, learning, and early development. Research and KTLA News have shown how infants respond to music and its benefits for early brain activity, attention, and engagement. I have seen first hand how, right before my eyes, music promotes early speech and curiosity. Infants often sing or vocalize along with music before they can fully articulate words, helping them connect sounds to language and tasks, even venturing into math. As a responsive and listening nanny, I have great success communicating with toddlers. I anticipate outcomes and help them navigate moments of frustration. As early as nine months, I teach rhythm, movement, rhyming, and how syllables connect in children as young as two. These patterns support early reading skills and encourage critical thinking. With a background in nursing and music, it is incredibly rewarding to see babies recognize my songs, then hear toddlers sing them and become engaged when I read to them. In my spare time I enjoy writing stories and composing songs that support developmental milestones. Music is one of my tools to soothe and stimulate infants while helping toddlers and young children navigate boundaries, new skills, potty training, and challenging moments. I compose songs that meet children's needs, bring enjoyment, and promote self esteem while encouraging them to keep trying. I also apply principles from Music Therapy and Occupational Therapy to support learning and development. Including children's individual interests helps build strong connections and spark curiosity. I am confident providing homework support and engaging children in creative arts activities. I bring a strong work ethic and can be counted on to be reliable and dedicated. I studied Music at UCLA and have a passion for teaching. I promote healthy snacks, stay up to date on vaccinations, and follow hygiene guidelines. I am available full or part time, for date nights, and as a mothers helper. I am comfortable around pets and have plenty of energy to keep up with growing little ones. Thank you for reading.
$18–35/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Lindsay V.
Camilla is so kind and sweet to our son, who is 3 years old. She has watched him many times now and he’s always happy and learning new things with her. I would definitely recommend her as a caring nanny!
Lisa N.
- 3 years paid experience
- 5 miles
Hi! My name is Lisa, and I’m an experienced caregiver with a background in public health, education, and childcare. I’m CPR and First Aid certified, currently pursuing a career in education through Teach For America, and passionate about creating safe, engaging, and supportive environments for children. I have experience working with families, students, and children of various ages, and I love incorporating creativity, learning, and structure into my care. Families describe me as reliable, nurturing, organized, and easy to communicate with. I look forward to supporting your family however I can!
$24–28/hr
Tania P.
- 25 years paid experience
- 4 miles
I have 25 years of taking care of children from newborn to teenagers. I am CPR certified. I can prepare healthy meals. I have creative ways to have fun, play games and keep children entertained. Lastly, I love animals. As a dog owner he is considered a family member.
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Tyler R.
We are very grateful for Tania, she’s been babysitting our infant daughter for the last few months. She’s been really great with her and very kind! She’s always there for us on time and is always a pleasure to talk to. I would highly recommend her!
Catherine M.
- 12 years paid experience
- 6 miles
Over 10 years of experience caring for infants and toddlers. With a behavior tech certification at my base, one on one attention is my specialty and my goal is to help kiddos safely enjoy their childhood. I am available for weekends, last minute, on call, travel ready, as well as one time needs.
$35–45/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Meghna B.
Catherine is incredibly. We love how sweet and kind she is with our baby. Catherine started working for us about a month ago and is incredibly reliable and trustworthy. Our baby loves her and we plan to have her nanny our baby often!
Meghan C.
- 7 years paid experience
- 9 miles
I am a nanny and babysitter residing in Newport Coast. I have several years of experience caring for children ranging from infants to pre-teens. I chose to be a nanny because I find teaching and caring for children very fulfilling. I appreciate the privilege of being a positive influence in their lives. I am currently available for occasional and regular babysitting in the evenings. Looking forward to meeting you and your little one soon!
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Adam M.
After 1 visit, I totally trust Meghan and will continue to hire her if she's down!
Kelly O.
- 20 years paid experience
- 4 miles
I am a young grandma. I thoroughly enjoy children, and helping parents with household needs. I love to do fun things with the children that I have take care of. I have over 2 decades in child care services. I am available for meal prep, laundry help and tidy up. I am CPR certified and First Aid certified. I have experience with children with special needs. Also, I am an experienced driver and I have a clean driver record I look forward to hearing from you soon, 949-922-8963
$28–33/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Christian G.
Kelly was really great in the interview, she caught on to needs immediately and was very reassuring and great w communication!
Dawn A.
- 15 years paid experience
- 12 miles
Hi, I have over 15 years of FT experience with newborn care & all ages and stages of kiddos. I’m presently interviewing for my next position. I’m available for date nights, weekends, special events. I’m open to PT /FT weekends & evenings. Please See my Nanny profile for more details. I look forward to hearing from you soon! Dawn
$25–30/hr
Recent review:
5.0
Stefani L.
Dawn has been with our family full time for over 2 years. Our kids were 7 months and 2 when she started. I can't say enough great things about our time with her. She's like a true Mary Poppins. Teaching the kids, taking them on adventures, helping at home with cleaning and meal prep for the family, doing laundry and helping out in other ways. Our kids love her, always happy to see her for hugs. She brings them surprises and kept them entertained and engaged. As our kids transition into school, they are advanced in so many ways due to the care and teaching at home with Dawn. We sadly had to let her go due to our situation changing with kids in school and mom's work schedule changing. Dawn is truly a gem among nannies, and I highly recommend her. We had 4 nannies prior to her, and felt so lucky to have found her and worked with someone so experienced, nurturing, and helpful when our lives were at peak stress.
Megan K.
- 5 years paid experience
- 9 miles
My name is Megan! I am a 24-year-old who has a bachelor's degree in early childhood and am getting my master's right now in Special Education. I have worked in four preschools in my life and have ranged from one-year-olds to five-year-olds. I have experience babysitting from age one to ten years old! I love children and would love to be a help to you if you need child care or babysitting often.
$22–28/hr
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