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Alesia M.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Career Nanny Available For Compassionate Care

5.0

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With 20 years of experience caring for children with special needs, I bring a wealth of knowledge, patience, and understanding to every caregiving situation. Whether your child has developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or other special needs, I am committed to...
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Bridget B.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Drop In/Date Night Sitter!

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 23. I use to work at daycare where I usually cared for multiple kids at a time. I worked with many different types of kids such as twins/siblings, children with special needs and babies. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified. I have recently completed a babysitting class where we specifically learned...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Bridget cared for our 16 month old for 3 days while I was in the Bay Area for a work trip. Bridget and my daughter, who is often wary of strangers, became fast friends and had lots of fun together. Bridget was right on time and was highly responsive over text....

Emily H.

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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: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
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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Suphichaya B.


San Francisco, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

I'm Seeking A Nanny/babysitter Job With A Wonderful Family.

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Hello, I'm so excited to meet you. I have been working with children for 5 years and have worked with children ranging from infants to 11 years. I have experience with twins and children with special needs. I love working with children and getting to know them about their individual personalities. I seriously love hanging out...
Suphichaya can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"She did an amazing job of caring. Always so professional and wonderful"

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Aliche R.


Richmond, CA

$20-24/hr5 yrs exp

Ive been a care. com care taker/nanny for about 2 years with plenty of experience outside of it. I've cared for children in my family growing up to professionally managing a classroom with 15 3-5 yr olds. I worked at a daycare teaching preschoolers and slowly worked my way to be becoming youth development leader for an after...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Aliche was a life savor to me and my 1.5 year old. She played, gave snacks, and did outdoor time with our son. She was so sweet and he really loved her! She was very safe during Covid and didn't mind wearing a mask inside the home which we really appreciated! We...

Yasmeen D.

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Kelly W.


Alameda, CA

$35-37/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Of All Abilities Looking For Part-time Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had over 15 years experience working with kids of all abilities and all ages. I've worked both in homes and in schools and love what I do.
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Danikalynn A.


Oakland, CA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love been around kids of all ages, before I became a nanny I was working with child as a group leader/ after school coordinator. I have also worked with kids with special need. I have 4 children of my own. I enjoy doing activities, learning, coloring, singing, building clubhouses, baking if child/ren is old enough and like...
Danikalynn can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again."

Connie S.

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Josiane P.


Lafayette, CA

$20-30/hr

Caregiver

Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!
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Sari H.


Lafayette, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable And Caring

Hello I have a deep passion to care for your loved one with special needs, I am honest, reliable trustworthy and patient.
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Jenipher T.


San Pablo, CA

$23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi Family am CNA. am working in Neurological Behavior Facility. I will be happy to save your family. I have 20 years experience with special needs. On the bright side I like cooking and Housekeeping.
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Wren E.


Oakland, CA

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

4.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
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Amber T.


Richmond, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am a proud single mom of 5 children. 2 boys (now 32, 29), 3 girls( now 26, 22, 17). I also have a granddaughter 3. 5 yrs. Old. I love kids and my babies are not babies anymore :) I have taken care of children since I was 15. 5 yrs. Old and I grew up with my mother having an In home childcare with about 5-6 children...
5.0
"She is kind, fun, respectful, intuitive and learns quickly! I would definitely hire her again. She is our Saturday caregiver and cares for two seniors, an elderly couple married 54 years. He has Alzheimer's and diabetes."

Sara S.

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Jordyn B.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
5.0
"Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported...

Miriam P.

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Monicalaire P.


Oakland, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 9 years of professional experience working with kids ranging from newborn- teenagers along with senior care. Over the past 9 years, I have worked for over 40 families. Special needs background and experienced night doula. Certified nurse assistant . HOME AIDE Registered. COVID vaccinated. Cosmetologist, cook,...
Monicalaire can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Great sitter, definitely knows how to care for a wide age range. Highly recommend."

Linda O.

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Stephanie V.


Oakland, CA

$22-27/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! My name is Stephanie and I'm looking for occasional babysitting on weekdays, date nights, weekends. I am a Flight Attendant so it has been a little bit hard to find a family that work with my timelines but I will put my intentions out there anyways! I just moved to San Francisco since I got based here....
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Stephanie was great with my strong minded daughter who isn’t always the easiest but she was incredibly patient, kind, caring!"

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Kristine L.


Berkeley, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...
5.0
"Kristine worked under my supervision in a group residence, providing supportive care to adults with intellectual disabilities. She is honest, dependable, and trustworthy, qualities which are vital to me as a protector of potentially vulnerable people. Beyond...

Gail B.

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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 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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Isabella P.


Oakland, CA

$25-28/hr4 yrs exp

Hi! My name is Bella and I am a recent college graduate. I have diverse experience working with kids, from nannying to being a Counselor in Training at a camp for special needs children. I moved back to my hometown Oakland this fall. I love reading, photography, working on design projects, thrifting, and spending time with my...
Isabella can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Astrid P.


Martinez, CA

$25-35/hr

Very Flexible Reliable Personal Assistant

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My strengths: - extremely reliable and trustworthy - self motivated, going beyond what is expected - very flexible and having common sense - people person, can easily relate to people in different situations - Mother of 2 grown up children - World traveler and open minded - speaking multiple languages Currently taking...
Astrid can also help with: Companionship, transportation, errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Erica H.


Oakland, CA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Full-Time Care Giver Available!

I have watched all ages of children 0-12. I have tons of experience from babysitting for my family, to interning at my local elementary school in High School to care giving for children with special needs. I have lots of love and patience for children and they just make me happy overall.
Erica can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Albany, CA

Bridget B.

5.0

Bridget watched our two kids, ages 10 and 12 at a hotel in SF. She was very punctual and communicated well. She watched my daughter at the pool and also took our dog out to potty. Highly recommend Bridget.

- Maricar K.

Kaitlyn G.

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.

Suphichaya B.

5.0

She did an amazing job of caring. Always so professional and wonderful

- Care member

Aliche R.

5.0

Aliche was a life savor to me and my 1.5 year old. She played, gave snacks, and did outdoor time with our son. She was so sweet and he really loved her! She was very safe during Covid and didn't mind wearing a mask inside the home which we really appreciated! We moved away otherwise I would hire her...

- Yasmeen D.

Danikalynn A.

5.0

Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again.

- Connie S.

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