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Hello! My name is Kat, and I'm an experienced childcare provider of 8 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as I was a lifeguard for 3 years. During my undergraduate studies in Cognitive Science at UCLA, I worked as a research assistant where I gained valuable insights that complement my passion for child development....
5.0
(1)
Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development.
I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...
Wemerson can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time."
Care member
Greetings! I have been servicing children in a professional setting for over 10 years: my experience started in a preschool setting while in college. Since then, I have taught middle and high school, full-time, for almost seven years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, I am first-aid and CPR...
Allison can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Erika K.
Mountain View, CA
$20-25/hr • 3 yrs exp
Nanny/babysitter Experienced With Special Needs Kiddos!
I spent nearly three years working in ABA centres with children who are diagnosed with ASD. I have experience working with children who communicate using PECS and AAC. I moved to the Bay Area in 2018 and stepped away from working in early intervention to pursue other things but I'm interested in working with kids again on a part...
I have been working with special needs children and adults for 2 years. I am very experienced with challenging behavior and being able to redirect. I am also first aid/ CPR certified. I have my license and my own car!
Grace can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Over the last 13 years I have cared for children. I have worked in both day care settings and with families. My interest in caring for children led me to take courses in child development. At this point, I have 40 units of classes. I have a lot of experience with babies, toddlers, and preschoolers and enjoy getting to know the...
Ysabel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
My name is Telma - I have been a nanny for over 15 years. Experience-wise, I have cared for infants through school age children as well as children with special needs, specifically Autism. I am bilingual, in both Spanish and English, nonsmoker person or any alcohol/drugs issues, I'm a USA citizen, current CPR, clean DMV record...
Telma can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Early Education
Hi! I'm Xeriz , a 22-year-old with a passion for nurturing and caring for children. I've worked as a nanny on and off for years, and now, as an ABA RBT technician, I love supporting kids, especially those with special needs. I'm friendly, patient, and adaptable, and I thrive in creating a fun, safe, and supportive environment...
Xeriz can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Greetings! I have been servicing children in a professional setting for over 10 years: my experience started in a preschool setting while in college. Since then, I have taught middle and high school, full-time, for almost seven years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, I am first-aid and CPR...
Hello families my name is Olivia I have been a nanny for 6 years I have lots of experience and references as well. I love caring for kids and put my 100% into them. I make sure their brains are engaged. I love teaching them Spanish and reading to them and also teaching them new songs to sing. I also have experience with special...
With over 20 years of experience as a night nanny, I have developed a deep understanding and expertise in caring for newborn infants. I have worked and care for special needs such as reflux, tongue-tie, and colic babies. My extensive experience has equipped me with the skills to provide exceptional care and support for...
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have 18 years experience caring for children of all ages (newborn-19.) I am experienced with special needs children including ADHD, Autism Spectrum, Asperger's, FAS, Cerebral Palsy, Diabetes, Down Syndrome, and severe food allergies. I am CPR and 1st Aid Certified, Registered with Trustline and LiveScan, Clean background...
Valerie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Trustline Certified
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"I have known Valerie for several years, she took care of my daughter over the years as a nanny, etc. No complaint, Valerie is extremely attentive and focused on safety, etc. She also really becomes attached to the kids under her care, so they get the best kind of...
Mark W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have considerable experience working with special needs children including those with Asperger's, ADD, ADHD Bipolar and Kabuki Syndrome and signed NDA'S.
Employing special exercises and a specialized diet, social behaviors and skills dramatically improved with those children. The children began enjoying life more...
5.0
(4)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I am a fun and nurturing nanny looking for a family who needs part time (on the books) help with care or misc projects. I love encouraging children's physical/mental development with age appropriate activities like reading, dancing, crafts, sensory bins/activities, games, and outings. I love to use baby sign language. I am very...
Chelcie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Early Education
CPR
5.0
"Chelcie is great with kids. She's every kid's dream sitter and every parent's right hand."
Michele M.
5.0
(3)
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
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Donna take care my daughter very well, an my son loves Donna so much!"
Ren L.
4.3
(4)
Childcare-Director
I have 15+ years experience with special needs children, ages 3 weeks to 10 years of age.
I have 10 years experience working with infants and toddlers. Potty training, numbers, colors and all other age appropriate lessons. Huge fan of reading and outdoor activities-walks , park and library .
If help is...
Teresa can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Teresa worked for us for three years prior to our move out of state. She was like family and really treated our daughter like her own. Always prompt and did a wonderful job for us. She will be a blessing to whomever hires her."
Tim J.
5.0
(11)
Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood
Hello Families!
I'm a dedicated nanny with a Bachelor's Degree in Health Management and over 10 years of childcare experience. I've cared for children aged 2 months to 13 years, working with 40+ families across diverse cultures.
My Qualifications:
TrustLine Certified (background checks cleared).
CPR, First Aid, and AED...
Ferihan can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Feri and very kind and detail oriented! Our daughter, who is usually afraid of new people, warmed up to Feri quickly. Feri went plenty of photos and videos to help us feel comfortable (at our request!) We will definitely hire her again."
Care member
4.9
(20)
Hired by 13 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Families!
Hola, My name is Elvira L, and I am thrilled to introduce myself as your potential new professional nanny.
With over 15 years of dedicated childcare experience, I have had the joy of caring for children of all ages, from precious newborns to energetic preschoolers, and even those with special needs. Safety is...
Elvira can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Exceptionally attentive. Knew about our child’s needs. Always responsive. Very flexible. Great all around. "
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I've been working with children for the last 25 years in a school setting and as a nanny, from infants, through high school age kids. I have some experience working with special needs children.
I was a single mom and raised my son who is now 30 years old. I am very patient and understanding and enjoy working with children. One...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Trustline Certified
First Aid
5.0
"I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet and get to know Melissa!
She has been an AMAZING Nanny to my Granddaughter, from infant age, to now, four years of age.
Every moment of their day is quality time. From silly moments with giggles, to learning...
Suzanne S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hi !! My name is Melissa. I am 30 years Old. I have been a babysitter for the past 5 years, I graduated from College on Business in my country of origin Peru, I'd love to help you care for your children. I have always been good with children. I started with babysitting my neighbors kids and then realizing that I really love to...
Melissa can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
5.0
"Melissa was our nanny for over a year. She was very reliable, very sweet, and a wonderful nanny. We would hire her again but my daughter will be in school. Wish her the best."
Sonya W.
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Portola Valley, CA
Wemerson R.
5.0
Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time.
- Care member
Valerie L.
5.0
Valerie is very dependable, and her ability to take care of things that come up allowed us to be stress free. She knows what to do without a lot of guidance and always tries to make things fun such as squeezing in some playground time between school assignments. You'll be happy to have Valarie...
- Josh C.
Chelcie B.
5.0
Chelcie is great with kids. She's every kid's dream sitter and every parent's right hand.
- Michele M.
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
Teresa B.
5.0
Terri has been with us for over a year, and she's been amazing! From taking care of our son as a baby to helping him grow into a chatty toddler, Terri has felt like part of our family. We're sad to see her go, but our little one is off to daycare for more peer interaction.
Terri is super...
- Maggie Z.