Live-In Full-Time Nanny Available in San Diego, CA: Kandace Y.

$27/hr

7 years of paid experience

A little bit about me

I’m a childcare professional with approximately 7 years of paid experience working with children through nannying, babysitting, behavioral therapy, tutoring, and children’s recreation. I have a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, which has shaped my interest in child development and understanding what makes each child unique. I love getting to know children’s individual personalities, discovering their interests, and creating opportunities for them to explore, learn, and grow in confidence. My approach to childcare is warm, patient, and developmentally informed, with an emphasis on building independence, encouraging curiosity, and making children feel safe and supported. I have a BA in Psychology! I’m also CPR, First Aid, and AED certified and TrustLine certified

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Availability

Start: ASAP

Flexible, let me know what your family needs!

Full-time

Live-in

Age Groups

Infants

Toddlers

Preschoolers

Grade-schoolers

How often do you need a nanny?

Full-Time Part-Time

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s license

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Other

Light housekeeping

Meal prep

Special-needs experience

Work Experience

7 years of experience caring for:

Toddlers (1-3 years)

Infants (0-11 months)

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 experience working with children through nannying, babysitting, behavioral therapy, tutoring, special education and daycare volunteering, and leading children's activities at 24 Hour Fitness. I've supported children of different ages and developmental needs, helped with homework and daily routines, and planned fun, educational activities.

Beyond childcare, I bring a variety of skills that can benefit the whole family. My background in project management has taught me how to organize schedules, coordinate logistics, and manage competing priorities. Through event planning, I can also help coordinate birthday parties and other special occasions. I'm also an experienced dog caregiver, with 10 years of overall experience and 20 five-star reviews on Rover. Whether it's caring for your children, helping organize family activities, planning an event, or looking after your pets, I'm happy to be a reliable, flexible extra set of hands for your family.

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

I enjoy activities that let children use their imagination, explore their interests, and learn through play. Some of my favorites include arts and crafts, pretend play, outdoor adventures, visits to parks and museums, educational games, reading, and hands-on activities that incorporate early literacy and math. I also enjoy creating themed activities, obstacle courses, and opportunities for children to practice social skills and teamwork. I love following a child’s curiosity and finding creative ways to turn everyday moments into learning opportunities while still making sure we have plenty of fun!

The most important part about being a nanny...

I believe the most important part of caring for children is recognizing that you're helping shape future generations. Children are constantly learning from the people around them, so it's important to be patient, attentive, dependable, and intentional in the care you provide. It also means knowing how to make learning fun, adapt to changing needs, think quickly in unexpected situations, and approach each child as an individual. Just as importantly, I believe we can learn a lot from children, too\! They're naturally curious, incredibly observant, and often full of fascinating facts and perspectives you might never have considered. I love staying open to learning from them just as they learn from me. Above all, I believe caring for children takes genuine passion and a desire to make a positive impact on their growth, confidence, and future.

My experience with special needs children...

I have 5+ years of experience supporting children with special needs through behavioral therapy, special education volunteering, and childcare at a fitness center. As a Registered Senior Behavior Technician at Kyo Autism Therapy, I worked with approximately 12 children ages 1 to 18 over 2 years, supporting communication, play, emotional regulation, and daily living skills. I also spent 3 years volunteering in special education classrooms and supported children with diverse needs while supervising the Kids Club at 24 Hour Fitness. These experiences taught me to adapt to each child's needs, provide patient and individualized support, and encourage confidence and independence.