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Anna Z.


Berkeley, CA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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I've worked with special needs children in different modalities such as movement and after school programs. I have experience working with children on the autism spectrum, cerebral palsy and Down's syndrome from ages 3-19.
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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"Rose is a really wonderful caretaker and our toddler is so fond of her. She’s an excellent communicator and great to work with. Would highly recommend!"

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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
4.0
"Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our...

Donald W.

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Sarah M.


Oakland, CA

$30-38/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny/Teacher Of 13 Years Looking For Part-Time Work

Hello, my name is Rasa! (Rasa comes from Sarah, which is what is written in my past reviews) I have 15+ years of experience working with youth of all ages. After years of working in many different environments, from teaching in the classroom, working as a full-time live-in/travel Nanny, to daycare providing and summer-camp...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"She is absolutely the best care giver we have had yet. She aligns with all your guidelines and requests while respecting the child fully. Our son truly loves this women and Sarah's teachings and love has left a long lasting mark on our family and our son. He's...

Sara M.

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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$18-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Kaitlyn. A little bit about me is, I have a lot of experience as I have worked in many classrooms, day cares, and nanny positions. I am attentive and fun, I like to keep the kids occupied and moving throughout the day, with various activities. I enjoy imaginative play, singing, dancing, reading, etc. I have spent...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Kaitlyn was very attentive and hands on with my son and my daughter. We hired her on as a part time nanny and absolutely fell in love with her! We unfortunately moved out of state and couldn't keep her with us 10/10"

Isabella H.

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Flavia P.


San Francisco, CA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

I have a younger brother with Down syndrome and have worked with children with Down syndrome, Autism, and a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome and Autism. I've worked with them in the capacity of babysitter, camp counselor, and tutor.
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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$18-23/hr4 yrs exp

hello, my name is Kaitlyn. I am a warm, positive, bright person. I am a nursing student at Unitek college in concord. I am also a mom of a wonderful energetic 3year old boy. My experience with special needs includes; I am a sister to a broad spectrum of special needs, I have two deaf siblings, along with a sibling who has...
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Jamie S.


Oakland, CA

$18-24/hr5 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Taker

I have worked with children on the autism spectrum, children and teens with Down syndrome, and children with many different levels of anxiety and ADHD. I also am fluent in ASL, and have worked with with deaf children.
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Michaella P.


San Francisco, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

I have a brother with Down's Syndrome so I am very comfortable working with children who have disabilities. I myself have ADD and dyslexia and struggled with other learning challenges as a child. I have a passion and love working with special needs children.
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Jonique H.


San Pablo, CA

$24-25/hr1 yrs exp

Hello my name is Jonique and I have a year of experience with working with special needs children with Down syndrome and autism. I am more than willing to learn and adapt to everything I need to learn to become the best companion to your child. I am more then willing to make my availability as flexible as possible to suit your...
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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$20-27/hr4 yrs exp

Hi I Am Kaitlyn

A little bit about me is, I have a lot of experience as I have worked in many classrooms, day cares, and nanny positions. I have spent a lot of time with children of all aspects. I am a mom to a awesome 2-year-old boy. I am also a sister of 7 and have three younger siblings, two of which have special needs. (Autism, and Down...
Hi! My name is Vas and I'm am graduating with undergrad degree in Speech Therapy in Summer 2024!!! I'm an experienced caregiver for children ages 3-22. I have experience working in a multi-professional team along side with OT, PT, Vision therapists, Nurses and O&M. In the past I have worked with neurodivergent children,...
Hello . I am currently studying psychology at the University of Colorado, Boulder and have always been passionate about care for those with special needs. I took peer tutoring courses in school, helping students with autism, Down syndrome, and more with their school work. I love working with these people and helping them with...
Growing up with a sister with Down syndrome, I have had exposure to special needs my entire life. Although my sister was mainstreamed at the same school as I was growing up, I was always volunteering and working with her classmates in the main room. I also volunteered with Special Olympics at a young age and continued to do s...
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Virginia G.


Alameda, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Former Special Education Para Educator

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Former daycare/preschool Assistant, with 2 year experience as a Paraeducator with kids in special education classes in the Oakland Unified School district. I worked in a middle/high school combined called Coliseum College prep academy for 2 years with middle school aged kids with special needs such as Down syndrome and autism...
Virginia can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Laurel B.


Martinez, CA

$20/hr

Special Needs Childcare/Respite Services

I have been a K-3 teacher for 26 years. I frequently taught students on the autism spectrum. Due to health issues, I am currently looking for work outside of the classroom. I am a very kind, thoughtful, and helpful person. Working with children brings me much joy. I love watching their excitement when they learn new skills....
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Zenayda M.


Oakland, CA

$22-35/hr7 yrs exp

I Looking For A Job Full-time Or Part-time

Hello, I am a Nanny looking for a full-time or part-time job, I have 7 years of experience with children with autism, I am a mother with a son on the autism spectrum and with him I have learned to understand his behavior, I like to play, read, go to the bookstore and above all I like to help develop their skills so they can...
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Chantal B.


Oakland, CA

$15-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hi, my name is Chantal, and I am 1 of 8 children in my family, 5 of them being adopted with special needs. My little sister has been the joy of my heart. She was spared from abortion and brought into our home at 3 days old. She has Down syndrome. My other siblings include the challenges of bipolar, autism, cerebral palsy, ADHD,...
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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Bailey D.


Alamo, CA

$10-15/hr4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have watched children from infancy to teens. I have also worked with children with special needs including ADHD, autism, and Down Syndrome. I can help around the house as well. I have my own transportation.
Bailey can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Berkeley, CA

Rose L.

5.0

I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife continues to nurse and Rose has had no...

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Lakeisha S.

4.0

Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our home life and outside activities for...

- Donald W.

Sarah M.

5.0

She is absolutely the best care giver we have had yet. She aligns with all your guidelines and requests while respecting the child fully. Our son truly loves this women and Sarah's teachings and love has left a long lasting mark on our family and our son. He's many little issues melted away...

- Sara M.

Kaitlyn G.

5.0

Kaitlyn was very attentive and hands on with my son and my daughter. We hired her on as a part time nanny and absolutely fell in love with her! We unfortunately moved out of state and couldn't keep her with us 10/10

- Isabella H.

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