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Alison V.


Los Altos, CA

$20-30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Special Needs Companion

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I have delicate experience working with neurodiverse learners and enjoy the challenge of communicating with alternative learning styles. I have experience working with adults on the autism spectrum, developmental delays, memory impairment, physical disabilities, and terminal illnesses. I am patient and love to advance my skills...
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Sarahi O.


Los Altos, CA

$25-30/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hello, my name is Sarahi I'm currently completing my studies in Early Childhood. I have 6+ years experience working with children. I'm currently working as an after-school program teacher. I also have a lot experience working with children on the autism spectrum and other special needs. Feel free to ask any other questions about...
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Karoline L.


Los Altos, CA

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello, families! My name is Karoline. Portuguese is my first language, but I also speak English and a little Spanish, as well as Brazilian Sign Language (I plan to learn ASL soon). I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, and working with children is my life. I love what I do. I have worked with both typical and atypical...
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Donna L.


Sunnyvale, CA

$35/hr • 3 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Skilled With Special Needs Children

5.0

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Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi Parents! Do you need help during the summer? I currently work at an elementary school in the Sunnyvale School District working with children with special needs. I have three children of my own: 1 elementary, 1 in middle school, and 1 high school. From 2021 to 2023, I worked as a nanny for a family when their daughter was 5...
Donna can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Donna take care my daughter very well, an my son loves Donna so much!"

Ren L.

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Jill R.


Mountain View, CA

$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.
5.0
"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful...

Bart S.

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Barbara S.


Mountain View, CA

$15/hr • 10 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider, Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...
5.0
"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out...

Lee B.

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Jennifer L.


Cupertino, CA

$50/hr • 10 yrs exp

Special Needs/Preschool Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children with special needs from children with Autism, CP & Fragile X. With typical children, I have most experience mostly with age 1 to 10+. I would actively participate with children by engaging in fine motor skills, social play, arts & crafts to assist them with early academic learning with...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Natalie C.


Cupertino, CA

$17-24/hr • 8 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor/ College Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a senior at Santa Clara University. I work for an education center in Campbell as a tutor for kids with special needs/ learning disabilities, but am looking for a nannying position to fill the days I am not tutoring! I am from Omaha, NE, and am 1 of 4 sisters from a big family with dozens of younger cousins! I have spent a...
Natalie can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Julia S.


Sunnyvale, CA

$25-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

My name is Julia and I'm a rising fourth year nursing student looking for a summer position! I hope to become a neonatal or pediatric nurse, focusing on GI, complex medical needs, or critical care/ICU. In addition to my 8 years of experience with babysitting, I have 2 years of experience working with an elementary school age...
I am a single mother. I raised 3adult kids already. One of my kid has ADD/ADHD. I would like to help young family to raise their kid.
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Niomi G.


Redwood City, CA

$22-28/hr

SPED Children Caregiver

I have multiple years of experience working with children on the spectrum. I work in a classroom setting and focus on assisting students to achieve their individual goals whether they regard life skills or academic skills or both. I truly enjoy teaching and seeing the improvement in students after working on their goals each...
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Sonia S.


Mountain View, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hi, My name is Sonia and I love working with children. I am very patient, caring and have lots of experience. I have been working as a caregiver for more the 22 years. I am a mom of two beautiful children (boys) which adore. They go to school the whole day and that is why I am looking for a job.
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Mary Ann C.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30-35/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello, I was a school bus driver for 21 years for children and youth with special needs. I transported them to and from school and home. I was responsible for them while they were in my bus. I am very compassionate with them because they are special to God. They are the apple of God's eyes. I enjoy working with special needs...
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Bo C.


Santa Clara, CA

$25-45/hr

All Care Coordinator

I bring an extensive background of success in this field, along with qualifications which are required to make a positive impact in this role. I offer a combination of unique skills and competencies which I have developed through a lengthy and rewarding career. I have honed empathy and interpersonal communication while being...
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Graciela M.


Alviso, CA

$26/hr • 3 yrs exp

Graciela M.

Hello my name is Graciela and I am a future special education teacher. I am getting my mild to moderate Special Education master's and teaching credential at San Jose State University. I have experience at a Post- Secondary school with young adults on the spectrum as well. I am passionate about helping through listening,...
I am well experience caregiver for 10 years. I have take cared of seniors with light, mild, and severe dementia. And adults with autism. I am very patient and friendly person with a very respectful heart. I am open for background check and references for people and facilities that I have worked with. I am very professional,...
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Meigs C.


Sunnyvale, CA

$20-35/hr • 2 yrs exp

Direct Support Professional, Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I used to work at Norcal Carehomes in San Mateo 2010-2012. I work with people with developmental disabilities like Autism, Hearing Impaired, Mobility challenges, Cognitive disabilities for young and adults clients. I used to dropped them off at Day Program, take them to outings and events, shopping, walking, recreational parks...
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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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Renz Joseph L.


Sunnyvale, CA

$30/hr • 5 yrs exp

Licensed Nursing Assistant, Certified RNA, Medication Technician, Personal Trainer

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a Licensed Nursing Assistant I have 5 years of experience as a Personal Care Aide helping with residents in their Daily living. - Provided high-quality direct patient care including bathing, feeding, and grooming for elderly residents in a long-term care facility - Maintained a clean and organized environment, changing...
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Alice B.


Sunnyvale, CA

$25-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Care Giver

Hello! My name is Alice and I have worked with kids since I was 17. When I was 11 my younger brother was born and later diagnosed with autism and ADHD so I have had experience from a young age. At the age of 19 I started a nanny job with two wonderful girls, one of which has ADHD. I stayed with that family for 5 years and still...

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Recent special needs child care reviews in Los Altos, CA

Donna L.

5.0

She is really good with the infants! Her energy is really calm and composed and my baby immediately became calm. She is definitely professional and has great wisdom for how to raise kids!

- Care member

Jill R.

5.0

Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful and pays attention to detail. She...

- Bart S.

Barbara S.

5.0

Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out of grief. Never have I had such a...

- Lee B.

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