Amber McCarthy - Hiring in Irvine

Full-Time Child Care Provider Available in Irvine, CA: Amber M.

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$35/hr
9 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Ensuring the highest level of safety while creating a nurturing environment that is crucial for the development and well-being of the children and household.
I’m passionate about working with children and animals. I’m excited to meet a family that I can work with long-term.

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Availability

Start: Aug 17, 2026
My Availability is completely open
Full-time
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Age Groups

Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license
CPR certified
First Aid certified

Other

Own transportation
Light housekeeping
Meal prep

Work Experience

9 years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)
Preschoolers (4-9 years)
Grade-schoolers (10-12 years)
High-schoolers (13-17 years)
Adults (18+ years)

More About Me

Relevant experience where I also cared for children were...

I have been a nanny/ family assistant for many years. I have also coached volleyball for many different age ranges

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Crafts, sports, beach days, swimming, museums. I’m very active and love the outdoors.

The most important part about being a nanny...

What matters most to me about being a nanny is helping children feel safe, supported, and encouraged as they grow. I enjoy building trusting relationships with both the children and their parents, creating a positive environment where children can learn, develop confidence, and have fun. I also value being dependable and communicating well with families so that everyone feels comfortable and supported.

My experience with special needs children...

I have cared for children that have been diagnosed. Staying organized and maintaining a constant schedule has been immensely beneficial for the child’s overall health and wellbeing.

The most important part about being a nanny...

I have honestly had so many it would be hard to choose.

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