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Isabella W.


San Leandro, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

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I have a BA in social work and enjoy working with all age groups. I also have extensive experience with disabilities (both physical and developmental) as well as mental health struggles. Some examples include Autism, Down Syndrome, ADHD, , TBI, Cerebral Palsy, degenerative diseases, and disorders. I work to cultivate an...
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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
"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...

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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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Alicia E.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced And Flexible Caregiver.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my names Alicia. I studied social work for two years. I recently moved to the Bay Area to be closer to my sister who lives here. I have been babysitting since 2014 and have a range of experience from babysitting young children to being a caregiver for adults with medical conditions. I have had great experiences with the...
Alicia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"I hired Alicia to babysit my one-year-old daughter. My daughter had just started walking. Alicia was very careful about giving my daughter the independence she desired while looking out for her safety. Alicia was enthusiastic, conscientious, and very dependable. I...

Jiajing L.

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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: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Sarah has a gift with children - they adore and trust her immediately! She is trustworthy, dependable, and hard-working. Get her while she's still available - you will be lucky to have her."

Renee F.

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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 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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Thalia B.


Oakland, CA

$28-40/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My younger brother has cognitive disabilities and epilepsy. He is an absolute joy and I love hanging out with him. I have helped my parents by caring for my brother when they go out or taking him on neighborhood walks and enrichment activities. Recently I have been caring for a family with two delightful special needs children...
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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,...
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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...
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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Marlin N.


Hayward, CA

$17-31/hr2 yrs exp

22-year-old college student with 8 year background working with children. Currently working for LCPS as a gen ed and special education TA supporting students with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and ADHD. I love to create bonds with the individuals I care for and love teaching basic skills such as cooking, cleaning,...
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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, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Joan M.


Fremont, CA

$5-40/hr10 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.
5.0
"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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Dianne Elisee C.


Pinole, CA

$35/hr1 yrs exp

About Me

I'd describe my personality as SWEET , HARDWORKING and KIND. I like caring for people with special needs because they need the most care and I would love to give the best care I can for them. I'm looking for a job that provides safe environment for both the caregivers and patients. I started caring for people with special...
5.0
"Dianne is great. She took care of our 2.5 year old son 1 time when Dianne was nannying for a friend and he had a great time. We hired Dianne as a babysitter shortly after that and our son was extremely excited to see her again, our shy son doesn’t often show...

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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, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping
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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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.
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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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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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in San Leandro, 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.

Alicia E.

5.0

We were blessed to have Alicia nanny for our two girls for several months up until she moved out of state. She was literally a real life Mary Poppins and we are lost without here :( She was just amazing with our very strong willed 4 year old and our 1.5 year old. She was so caring and patient and...

- Logan T.

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.

Joan M.

5.0

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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