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Miranda R.


Alviso, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Summer Sitter!

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I have four years of experience with babysitting. I have babysat many of my family member's children and was hired by my former high school teacher to babysit her2-year-old son. I also have experience with special needs children, as I grew up with a sister with Down Syndrome. I can help with Travel, Swimming Supervision,...
Miranda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jessica N.


San Jose, CA

$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional/Individualized Learning Specialist

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I have worked with children with special needs from grades K- 12 for the last 12 years. During the last three summers I was a literacy and math instructor for the Extended School Year Program (ESY) focused on social/emotional skills, literacy, math, science and history. I have a wide variety of experience with students with...
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"Jessica was an outstanding hire. Her years of experience and positive attitude were so helpful to our entire family. She always went above and beyond to fulfill her duties and ensure we were satisfied."

Michele J.

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Joan M.


Fremont, CA

$18-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Joan.. I have watched a young man with Down syndrome occasionally since he was 5 years old, he is 21 years old now. He is the son of my sister's best friend and a friend to our family. I have watched him on date nights and/or a day out for shopping with the girls.
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"I Love working with Joan it is like having my mom around again. She keeps things in order and keeps me posted through out the day! I still work with Joan and plan to continue doing so in the future whenever possible."

Ayisha B.

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Nicole B.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Working with special needs kids is ultimately a goal of mine in the future. In the past, I have worked with children and adults with special needs including autism, down syndrome, severe learning disabilities, asperger's, ADHD, ADD and dyslexia. My experience also includes working with and caring for individuals with mental,...
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Donna L.


Sunnyvale, CA

$22-27/hr

Nanny/Care Giver

Experience working with children and adults with special needs: Autism, Down's syndrome, ADHD, and more.
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Sarah G.


Santa Clara, CA

$24-30/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'd describe myself as understanding, empathetic, and flexible. I'm looking for any kind of job, whether it's one time or regularly. I love working with special needs individuals! I'm open to all experiences and helping anyone, no matter their needs. I'm CPR and AED certified. I have experience with special needs folks,...
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Geraldine G.


Newark, CA

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

I am Geraldine Prudencio. Im a Nursing assistant took care of children who have special needs like ADHD, developmental delays, mental health, down syndrome, seizures, cerebral palsy, autism spectrum disorder. I am CPR certified with hospital experience. I am a very compassionate care provider. I dedicate my time and love in...
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Sarah G.


Santa Clara, CA

$19-23/hr • 1 yrs exp

I'd describe myself as understanding, empathetic, and flexible. I'm looking for any kind of job, whether it's one time or regularly. I will be going on vacation from 7/5-8/17 for a study abroad trip! Any work for before my departure or after will be greatly appreciated! I enjoy working with special needs and senior folk!...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, respite care, dementia, live-in home care, light cleaning
I've been babysitting since I was quite young, and I've loved every minute of it. I'm friendly, patient, and love to have fun! I would definitely describe myself as a chatterbox so I guarantee your child won't be bored with me! I have experience working with children with special needs. I have babysat, as well as volunteered...
Marcella can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

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Danika W.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr • 7 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Danika and I am a patient, kind, and reliable attendant to children and young adults with disabilities. My care experience is extensive. I worked as a babysitter, camp counselor, and educator all through high school. From 2016 through 2017 I worked as an in-home provider for the IHSS for a disabled adult,...
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Hayley C.


Fremont, CA

$25-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I just graduated college with a BS in biology. I am a lifeguard and swim instructor with my first aid and CPR certifications. Taught multiple private and group swim lessons from infant-adult as well as children with special needs. I coached Special Olympics swimming for multiple years. Worked in church nursery infant-youth,...
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Nicole B.


San Jose, CA

$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

I have worked at a daycare for TK-5 who have had children attend that have special needs. I have worked with children that have Down syndrome, ADD/ADHD, Autism, on the autism spectrum, and a child who was partially deaf. Aside from that I have worked one-on-one as a nanny to a young girl who was on the autism spectrum from the...
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Valerie L.


San Jose, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Professional Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have 18 years experience caring for children of all ages (newborn-19.) I am experienced with special needs children including ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Asperger's, FAS, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, and severe food allergies. I am CPR and 1st Aid Certified, Registered with Trustline and LiveScan, Clean background...
Valerie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

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Isabela A.


San Jose, CA

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

About Me

My name is Isabela and I'm a graduate from Lincoln High School. I'm 18 years old , I'm from Texas and I've been out in California for 5 years now. Two years ago I moved with my dad and my siblings, my dad worked a lot so I stayed home with them for about 5-6 hours everyday. I've watched my two brothers with special needs, one...
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Leilani M.


San Jose, CA

$30-35/hr

Special Needs Nanny

My most recent position was caring for a 6-year-old boy with Down's syndrome, autistic & non verbal. I absolutely loved my job and my preference going forward is to care for special needs children
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Jenna M.


Castro Valley, CA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

I volunteer at my church for the "buddy system", every Sunday I work one on one with a special needs kid. My neighbor (who is like a sister to me) has down syndrome and I have helped take care of her.
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Cindy C.


San Carlos, CA

$40-45/hr • 9 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children I worked before In my country Nicaragua with them for five years. I like to help children with special needs. And I am a friendly person and responsible with my job. I studied Pedagogia with mention in Special Education. I love work with children. Right now I'm studying Psychology And I...
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Jessica H.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Jess. I'm a very reliable, patient, and fun person who has approximately 4 years of experience caring for children, from toddlers to teenagers. I have also had the privilege of working with children with special needs, particularly those with Down Syndrome. With me, your children will receive appropriate care, and...
Jessica can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emily W.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

I have worked with a young woman who has Down Syndrome. I supported her by taking her to her job and being a job coach for her. I have also worked in an establishment that had a day room in which I provided skills opportunities for adults with Autism. I assisted them with puzzles, sorting activities, math and language, crafts...
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Kellen D.


San Carlos, CA

$18/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 6 years of experience working as an au pair/sitter in US. I was an au pair in 2019 in Lafayette, CA helping my host family with 4 teenager boys. A loot of driving and cooking. After the time with my host family I looked after twins for another 2 years and also helped running errands for the family. I have experience with...
Kellen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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