Nina Kostadinov - Hiring in Encinitas

Babysitter Available in Encinitas, CA: Nina K.

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$22.22/hr
10+ years of paid experience

A little bit about me

Ciao! I’m Nina. I’ve worked in childcare for over a decade, caring for all ages, from newborns to teens, including special needs. I helped raise my twin brothers and have experience as a doula.
With a background in health and wellness, I bring a calm, grounded approach focused on energetic attunement and nervous system regulation. I’m family-oriented, have reliable transportation, and recently moved back to my hometown of Encinitas. Happy to chat or meet in person!

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Availability

Start: ASAP
Weekdays 9:00am - 5:00pm
Full-time
Part-time
Occasional work
Live-out

Age Groups

Infants
Toddlers
Preschoolers
Grade-schoolers

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References

Jun 2016 - Aug 2020

Andre
"Tremendous care and affection for the kids, with loving and nurturing approach and care. Extremely reliable."
*Contact information available upon request

Mar 2023 - Jul 2025

Tanya
"Nina was watching my pre-school daughter part time last 2 years and I was very happy with her. She’s always super sweet , caring and engaged and my daughter bonded with her easy! She’s trustworthy and would highly recommend her. Tanya"
*Does not wish to be contacted for reference calls

Qualifications

Certifications

Driver’s License

Other

Car
Light housekeeping
Meal prep
Special needs

Work Experience

10+ years of experience caring for:

Infants (0-11 months)
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...

Neighbors, twin brothers, babysitting gigs, doula for friends etc

Activities I enjoy doing with children...

Honestly anything still or active. Depending on moods, needs, wants. Creative art, dancing, nature activities, expressive games, hands on learning. Follow they leader guidance how to do things in fun ways, creative and immersive experiences for development

The most important part about being a nanny...

The most important part of being a nanny is building trust and providing a grounded, loving environment where children can thrive and feel truly understood seen and celebrated

My experience with special needs children...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
ADHD / ADD
Sensory Processing Disorder
Speech & language delays
Social or emotional regulation challenges
Colic and reflux (infant care)
Premature babies / NICU graduates
Allergies and sensitivities (food or environmental)
Emotional & Family Support:
Postpartum depression support (for parents)
Separation anxiety
Sleep training / sleep regression
Feeding challenges (bottle refusal, weaning, etc.)

The most important part about being a nanny...

Anytime I was with my brothers, they taught me how to simultaneously stay in flow while being mature and responsible, not only as a sister but a guide in this world. A mother to one is a mother to all. People, animals, nature, to make this world a better place.

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