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Bresnia L.

20 years paid experience
7 miles

$25–30/hr

Hi dear parents, My name is Bresnia, I am originally from Peru, and I am currently looking for a part-time or full time nanny/babysitting position. My native language is Spanish, and I have an intermediate level of English. I have many years of experience caring for children of different ages, from newborns to 5 years old. Over the past seven years, I have been caring for my 7 year -old granddaughter, and I have also worked with a family taking care of 5-year-old twin boys. I would be happy to provide excellent references upon request. I consider myself a patient, loving, and attentive caregiver. I truly enjoy working with children and supporting their growth and development. I am responsible, reliable, and trustworthy, and I always prioritize the safety and well-being of the children in my care. I enjoy engaging children in outdoor activities such as going to the park, taking walks, and reading stories at the library. I am also happy to assist with light household tasks related to the children, including preparing snacks and meals. I am flexible with my schedule and available to start immediately. I would be happy to share more details about my experience and provide references. If you would like to know more about me, please feel free to contact me at 949-685-2451. Thank you for your time and consideration. Sincerely, Bresnia

$25–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Irina O.

Bresnia was a wonderful caregiver to our daughter between the ages of 2 and 3. She is very kind, loving and playful and cared for our daughter with true tenderness. Bresnia was so imaginative, energetic and playful and we could see that our daughter was always laughing and having so much fun with her. She was very conscientious and always made sure to check with us to ensure she was following our schedule and our preferences. We highly recommend her as a caregiver.

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Nasrin M.

25 years paid experience
3 miles

$23–27/hr

I'M WORKING IN CHILDCARE FIELD FOR 20 YEARS AS TEACHER AND NANNY, I ALSO HAVE HOME DAY CARE LICENSE, WORKING AS NANNY AND BABY SITTING FOR 6 YEARS, I HAVE 15 ECE COLLEGE UNITS.

$23–27/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Allison R.

Our family was very fortunate to have Nasrin care for our baby girl for over 14 months. Nasrin is reliable, gentle, and goes above and beyond to be helpful. She quickly became a close family friend and we enjoy keeping in touch to this day.

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Tania P.

25 years paid experience
8 miles

$25–30/hr

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!

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Meghan C.

7 years paid experience
8 miles

$25–30/hr

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!

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Joanne J.

10 years paid experience
12 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello, my name is Joanne Jannard and I am 58 years old. I am available for part time date night babysitting. I love kids and having fun with them. I am CPR & First Aid certified and I am fully vaccinated including the booster. I consider myself a fun and very responsible sitter.

$20–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Allison P.

Joanne was kind and my child had fun.

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Argeroula V.

21 years paid experience
14 miles

$22–25/hr

I am a 47 year old mom to a 15 year old wonderful young man. I started taking care of children when I was 13 years old. I love children and want them to have a positive healthy atmosphere and good nutrition. I think structure is important like having a consistent routine for sleep and eating. I feel that music should be on most of the time. I was born in New York to immigrant parents from Greece. I speak Greek fluently and have studied other languages including French and Spanish. I love to cook, bake, go fishing and garden. I have experience with children with special needs and understand the challenges and joys that come from them.

$22–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Alana W.

Our family, especially my three children, absolutely adored “Argi.” She introduced all of us to new cultural aspects and ways of life. She taught my children with passion, care, patience, humor, and she’s an amazing cook as well. She put strong emphasis on healthy choices and nutrition in every meal and does it with endless amounts of love and care. She is respectful of other cultures and traditions. She knows how to get my kids to open up and share their concerns with her. For example, my daughter who was going through some tough times with school so Argi would always make it a point to do special little things for her and constantly reminding her how strong and resilient she is, giving her confidence to overcome anything that got in her way. My son who does not like to try new food now discovers that he likes Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. She’s the biggest cheerleader and supporter to all three kids with their sports and always shows up to support them.At times when I find myself at odds with my children lol, Argi becomes the peacemaker middleman trying to help us understand each other’s perspectives. She brings a lifetime of experience rich with diversity, intellect, and human decency. Anyone who is lucky enough to have her in their homes will absolutely value her.

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Cynthia R.

3 years paid experience
9 miles

$20–30/hr

Hello! I have lots of experience with children, I am currently a special education teacher for a mild/moderate classroom , and have worked in kids ministry at my church (infants-8th grade), a cheer coach for young girls. As you can see I love kids! Looking for a summer gig while on summer break from teaching! Starting June 18th - August 7th Please message me with any questions! Also have a Disney pass, CPR certified, and fully vaccinated!

$20–30/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Kimberly A.

Cynthia is THE BEST! We’ve been visiting Laguna Beach for a few weeks and she has been a godsend, caring for our five month old while we work remotely. She has been communicative and professional, and extremely sweet and attentive to our little guy. I can’t recommend her enough!

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Sandra W.

10 years paid experience
4 miles

$20–25/hr

* SAFETY AND FUN ROLLED INTO ONE * Every Child is a Star, Gold Star Child Care provided by Sandra W.: * Baby Sitter: infant to pre-teens *Pet-Friendly Experienced Chaperone for all day outings * Openings for last minute bookings. Will send Photo and updates during every assignment. As a Mother & grandmother experience with infants through teens. Additional experience, Certification, Training and classes related to Infant - teenagers needs, requirements, and development; *- previously Gymboree Franchisee owner, manager, teacher Gymboree founded with the purpose: to give young children a safe and stimulating space to learn and play ages 3 months - 5 yrs old. * Trained in P.E.T. Parent Effectiveness Technique, developed by Dr. Thomas Gordon 1962 12wk program. * Current studies Montessori Approach to Learning, developed by educator Dr Maria Montessori * Calvary Church Sunday School teacher for kindergartners 1yr * Calvary Christian School taught Elementary school art class 2nd & 3rd grade 2yrs * Pacific Marine Mammal Rescue Center, presenter of the badge programs. Boy Scout and Girl Scout troupes 2yrs * Court Appointed Special Advocate CASA, passing 2 mo. training program, FBI fingerprint investigation and sworn in by a Judge * Kids With a Cause, summer camp counselor, program for kids who are Wards of the State * Red Cross "Water Safety for Parents and Caregivers"

$20–25/hr

Recent review:

5.0

Brenna B.

I hired Sandy as a sitter for my chickens while we go out of town in December. Sandy was extremely responsive, professional, and flexible in our communications and willing to meet prior to our departure to review the chicken care. She demonstrated immense knowledge for caring for many types of animals, and I felt very confident that she would take great care of our chickens. However, I ended up not needing her services this time as my sister will be staying with us and will care for the chickens while we are away, but I will definitely reach out to Sandy in the future and would love to hire her when we have chicken sitter needs in the future.

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Dawn A.

15 years paid experience
9 miles

$25–30/hr

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.

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Jennifer C.

4 years paid experience
7 miles

$25–28/hr

Hi! My name is Jennifer, and I have over three years of experience working with children in a preschool setting. I currently work as a lead teacher caring for toddlers and helping them learn, grow, and build confidence through daily activities, play, and positive guidance. Working with children is something I truly enjoy because I love watching them reach new milestones and develop their unique personalities. I strive to create a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel comfortable, supported, and encouraged to explore the world around them. I am patient, dependable, responsible, and committed to providing quality care that families can trust. I am also pursuing my Master’s degree in School Counseling, which has strengthened my understanding of child development and social-emotional growth. Whether we’re reading stories, doing crafts, playing games, or following daily routines, I aim to make every child feel valued, happy, and cared for.