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Down syndrome care in San Mateo, CA

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Taylor C.


San Mateo, CA

$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Morning Caregiver

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Both of my parents have worked with special needs children for over 20 years and I grew up around children with many different disabilities. I started working at camps at 12-years-old and at 17-years-old I started caregiving for different kids on a weekly basis. I have experience with CP, Downs Syndrome, ASD, and many other...
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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...
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
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Kellen D.


San Carlos, CA

$35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Samantha F.


Redwood City, CA

$35-50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Samantha, better known as Sammy and I am 23 years old. I have earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and am pursuing a Masters Degree. I am also a full time Para 1 educator at a local public high school. I am very responsible, reliable, creative, active, and love children. I have babysat a wide...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$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...

Arielle B.

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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr • 10 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
"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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Joan M.


Fremont, CA

$5-40/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.
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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Sarah M.


Oakland, CA

$30-38/hr • 10 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: Travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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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Flavia P.


San Francisco, CA

$25-35/hr • 7 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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Allison N.


Menlo Park, CA

$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver with experience caring for individuals with Down Syndrome, Ventilators, Wheel Chairs, Seizures, etc.
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Jamie S.


Oakland, CA

$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.
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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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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Nicole M.


San Francisco, CA

$35-40/hr • 4 yrs exp

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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Miranda R.


Alviso, CA

$20-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Fun Summer Sitter!

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: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

I have experience tutoring children and teens with Autism and ADHD. I also have full time experience as a caregiver for a 26-year-old woman with Down syndrome.
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Michaella P.


San Francisco, CA

$15-20/hr • 7 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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Raechyl H.


San Francisco, CA

$22/hr • 6 yrs exp

Fun, Compassionate, And Flexible Childcare Provider. I Want To Help Make Your Life Easier!

I have worked with children of all ages and backgrounds in daycare settings, as well as one-on-one nannying and babysitting. I was able to work with kids from 3 months old, to 13 years old at one of my daycare positions. I have experience working with special needs children as a TA, and later as a nanny for a 6-year-old with...
Raechyl can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Chantal B.


Oakland, CA

$15-35/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,...

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Recent Down syndrome care reviews in San Mateo, CA

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.

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...

- Care member

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.

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.

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