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Down syndrome care in Martinez, CA

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Laurel B.


Martinez, CA

$20/hr

Special Needs Childcare/Respite Services

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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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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr4 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...
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Anna Z.


Berkeley, CA

$20-35/hr2 yrs exp

Part Time Caregiver

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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Jonique H.


San Pablo, CA

$25-27/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...
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...
I've worked with multiple families that have kids with special / extra needs. Also I've Build my experience with family members who I helped with children with Down syndrome & Kids development disorders . I call it patients and understanding. Building a communication. Creating a trust. Help them feel safe at all times.
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Angelina M.


Concord, CA

$22-27/hr1 yrs exp

Angelina 18 Years Old

Working with special needs is a privilege. If your kid has special needs and struggling to find a sitter who will stay then Look no further because I will. I have a cousin who has down syndrome and have taken care of her many times. I have another cousin who is autistic and has OCD and even though he's a handful he's so fun to...
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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

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
"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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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...
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"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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Annie W.


San Francisco, CA

$35-38/hr10 yrs exp

Educated Child/youth Worker/special Needs Children .

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, travel, meal prep
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Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My husband and I cannot think of enough amazing things to say about Annie. She has been working with our family full time for a year, nurturing our 5 month old into a blossoming 16 month old. She came to us when I was going back to work as a first time mom, and...

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Mia M.


San Ramon, CA

$17-20/hr10 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.
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...
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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.
I have experience with medically fragile students, autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbances, Down syndrome. I am CPI, CPR and behavioral technician trained.
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.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my friends call me Ces. I am currently working as Paraeducator. I still have time in the evening shift from 5 p.m. onward. I want to work with kids and teens. I have a variety of experience in working with children. Our classroom in school are a mixed disability like Autism, multiple disability, seizures, down syndrome and...
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.
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Kimberly D.


San Rafael, CA

$23-28/hr2 yrs exp

Patient And Empathetic Helper Available

Hello there, As a previous swim instructor, I've had the opportunity to work with children and adults with special needs including Down syndrome, Autism, developmental delays, etc. As a young sitter, I'm extremely patient, caring, and supportive. I also work as a volunteer at an organization called Best Buddies and have had the...
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...
Hi everyone! I have a passion for special needs. I have an adopted brother with Down Syndrome and he just got diagnosed with Autism as well. I have experience with interacting with them, playing, feeding, bathing, driving. I am a kind, responsible and patient nanny. Looking forward to hearing back from you! Thank you!

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in Martinez, 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.

Annie W.

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 year old and was an expert with both...

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