Find Trusted Down Syndrome Care Near Me in Berkeley, CA

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.

Lakeisha S.

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

4.5

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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...

5.0

"We worked with Lakeisha early in the pandemic as a daily aide for our 4yo son with disabilities. We were so grateful for her assistance and expertise. She is patient, accommodating, knowledgeable and kind. She assisted in both academic study and...

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Rose L.

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

5.0

(7)

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...

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"We hired Rose for a two-week, temporary assignment to assist my wife, who is a wheelchair user. Rose was fantastic. She was dependable, always on time (or early), and was friendly and kind. Within a day, the three of us had a great rapport. Rose assisted my wife...

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Jamie S.

$18-24/hr • 5 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.

Jonique H.

San Pablo, CA

$25-27/hr • 1 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...

Kaylynn U.

Emeryville, CA

$24-29/hr • 3 yrs exp

Im Kaylynn, a caring and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. I have three years of experience caring for children of all ages, and I'm comfortable looking after up to three children at a time. For the past two and half years I've worked with adolescents...

Vassilissa R.

$35-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

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,...

Shannon M.

$15-20/hr

My younger sister has Down Syndrome and I have spent time with her and her friends for the past 22 years! I love helping kids with all different types of special needs-- autism, Asperger's, Downs, Cerebral palsy and other cognitive and physical disabilities.

Lauren S.

$21-30/hr

Lauren

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...

Kelsie N.

San Pablo, CA

$20-30/hr

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...

Kellen D.

$32-50/hr

I have 4 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: Changing bed linens

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....

Zenayda M.

$22-35/hr • 7 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...

Kellen D.

$35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have six years of experience as an au pair and sitter in the U. S. I started as an au pair in 2019 in Lafayette, CA, where I cared for four teenage boys. My responsibilities included a lot of driving, cooking, and keeping up with their busy schedules. After my time with my host family, I spent two years caring for teenage...

Kellen can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep & more

Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Chantal B.

$17-35/hr • 5 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,...

Sierra L.

Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

5.0

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I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...

Annie W.

$35-38/hr • 10 yrs exp

Educated Child/youth Worker/special Needs Children .

5.0

(34)

Hired by 30 families in your neighborhood

I love children and dogs! 20 plus years experience working with children professionally. Educated & trained , college degree in early childhood development /education + special needs. CPR. Worked with children in daycare, preschool-nursery school, kindergarten in Norway for 11 years. I am positive, kind, caring, dependable,...

Annie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel

Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0

"Annie is amazing. She is loving, thoughtful, and positive. She is an excellent communicator and organized caregiver. She is flexible and eager to be helpful. She is highly adaptable! We feel truly blessed to have hired Annie. She cared for our 4 month old and 4...

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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.

Mia M.

San Ramon, CA

$17-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Planning curriculum for teaching a 23-year-old woman with Down Syndrome life skills like applying for jobs, maintaining daily routines, and money management. I also have a twin brother with special needs so I can work very well with them.

Nicole M.

$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp