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Down syndrome care in Walnut Creek, CA

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Katherine A.


Walnut Creek, CA

$20-24/hr • 5 yrs exp

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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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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

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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...
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"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...

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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...
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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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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

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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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.
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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....
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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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$20-27/hr • 4 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...
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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$18-23/hr • 4 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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Angelina M.


Concord, CA

$22-27/hr • 1 yrs exp

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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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Jenna L.


Concord, CA

$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Experienced Tutor For Math/Science And Language Arts

Hello! My name is Jenna, and for most of my career I have been working in Education. I started out as an Instructional Assistant with children with Special Needs such as Autism and Down's Syndrome. When the Pandemic hit, a family hired me full-time to help their two children adapt to online learning. I helped them keep up in...
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Kaitlyn G.


Martinez, CA

$18-25/hr • 5 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, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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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.
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Ann T.


Union City, CA

$27-54/hr • 3 yrs exp

Tutor (Special Needs Experienced)

Worked with children from elementary to high school. Tutored children with Autism and Down Syndrome. Participated in peer reviewing and writing research papers at university levels.
I have experience with medically fragile students, autism spectrum disorder, emotional disturbances, Down syndrome. I am CPI, CPR and behavioral technician trained.
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Ann T.


Union City, CA

$23-39/hr • 2 yrs exp

Worked as an ABA technician around the bay. Experience with ADHD, Autism, and Down Syndrome. and help with special needs.
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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...
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Anna Z.


Berkeley, CA

$20-35/hr • 2 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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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...
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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