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Special needs caregivers in Alviso, CA

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Melissa P.


Sunnyvale, CA

$33-45/hr10 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Melissa was great! She was very active with my 8 year old son. They played basketball, cooked together in the kitchen to make dinner, watched a movie etc, and when we got home she was upstairs reading him a book before bed. Would definitely recommend!"

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17 of caregiver for adults from 70 to Hundred and 7 years old. Some include Alzheimer's disease, cancer patients and special needs.
Silvia can also help with: Personal care, dementia, companionship
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Kylefrancis D.


Milpitas, CA

$27-40/hr3 yrs exp

Experience Working W/ Special Needs

4+ years working with people with special needs (mostly teenagers & young adults). Open to working with kids as well. This included respite care, activities coaching, self-determination aide & community integration specialist. I've also got a background being a personal trainer for 7 years. I'm worked with people on the...
Kylefrancis can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Sarah G.


Santa Clara, CA

$19-23/hr1 yrs exp

I'd describe myself as understanding, empathetic, and flexible. I'm looking for any kind of job, whether it's one time or regularly. I will be going on vacation from 7/5-8/17 for a study abroad trip! Any work for before my departure or after will be greatly appreciated! I enjoy working with special needs and senior folk!...
Sarah can also help with: Meal prep, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, respite care
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Dohar M.


San Jose, CA

$26/hr7 yrs exp

A Friendly Caregiver

I am an ABA therapist, with 9 years of experience with special needs kids. I had 4years of experience as Certified Nurse Assistant ( CNA) . Many years experience as a nanny. Love to help people and assist with their needs.
Dohar can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, errands, dementia
Hello, My name is Heather and I have many years of experience in caregiving. In 2010 I helped my grandfather for 4 years until he was placed on Hospice. I have assisted 2 stroke patients with their day-to-day needs. As a mother of three, including one child with special needs, caregiving comes easy to me, although since a child...
Heather can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
Skills:

Home Health Aide

I have experience babysitting. I am reliable, patient, and creative. I have 3 younger siblings (5, 14, 17). I have cared for them since they were younger. I work for Premier Healthcare as a part-time job where I care for my brother who has special needs. I am CPR certified and First Aid certified. I love kids and enjoy playing...
Jacqueline can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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April V.


Sunnyvale, CA

$25/hr2 yrs exp

Nanny/sitter

Hello My Name is April and I'm 24 years old. I'm currently a stay at home mom to my 10-month-old baby girl. I have experience working with children on the spectrum and other development delays. I worked as a behavioral technician for a company.
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Anna Lisa R.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr9 yrs exp

Special Person To Care For Those With Special Needs

Hello! My name is Anna. I specialize in working with children with special needs. I graduated from CSUEB in 2014 earning my BA in Human Development. After graduation, I became an ABA Therapist. In 2016, I started working for a non-profit nonpublic school teaching students on the spectrum. I am currently a Senior Instructional...
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Nicole B.


San Jose, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Special Needs Caregiver

Working with special needs kids is ultimately a goal of mine in the future. In the past, I have worked with children and adults with special needs including autism, down syndrome, severe learning disabilities, asperger's, ADHD, ADD and dyslexia. My experience also includes working with and caring for individuals with mental,...
Hi, I'm Lizbeth and I'm 23 years old, I'm Mexican American, my English is very bad and my first language is Spanish, I can adapt to any circumstance and continue to rule it. I have experience in care of people and cleaning, I have cared for children and adults for around 4 years. In addition, I have a special 2-year-old baby and...
Lizbeth can also help with: Transportation, meal prep, light cleaning, errands
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Justine D.


Fremont, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

About Me !

Hello, thanks for checking out my profile. I am a college graduate that worked as a nanny for 5 years before becoming a Registered Behavior Therapist. The position allowed for me to continue my work with children as well as gain experience with those diagnosed with ASD. I am passionate about helping families. I am currently...
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Eva G.


Palo Alto, CA

$27-50/hr2 yrs exp

I'm a compassionate and experienced childcare provider with a passion for helping children grow and learn. My calm and nurturing personality creates a safe and supportive environment for children to thrive. I have about two years of experience caring for children of various ages, and I'm comfortable following parents' leads in...
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Angela P.


San Jose, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My Name Is Angela

Ever since I was a little girl I've enjoyed taking care of my siblings and cousins I was always tasked with watching over my baby niece's or nephews growing up and I grew to enjoy it caring for kids Is something I take passion and joy in , I have past experience taking care of kids with special needs I can pick up or take home...
Angela can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
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Alexandrea R.


Sunnyvale, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Baby/Pet Sitter

Hello my name is Aly and I just currently graduated with my B. S. in Psychology and Social Action from PAU. I always have a smile on and am full of fun energy and I get along with anyone. I love working with kids and animals, and I plan to get my masters in recreational therapy. I am 22 years old and I have had years of...
Alexandrea can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Trustline Certified

CPR

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Iris W.


Fremont, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

About Me!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! At this time I have availability for date nights and weekends. I'm a recent grad from UCSD and I studied Human Development & Education. I'm currently working at a nonprofit organization serving families of children with special needs/disabilities. I nannied for two families while in college, a 1-year-old and a...
Iris can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Nilda D.


San Jose, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

I'm A Caregiver With More Than 16 Years Of Experience In Caring For The Special Needs And Elderly.

I'd describe my personality as Cheerful, compassionate and kind I like caring for seniors because it's like caring for my parents I'm looking for a job that is fulfilling, not physically exhausting, in a pleasant environment and pays accordingly I started caring for seniors when my cousin's friend opened their first Care...
Nilda can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CPR

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Mario V.


San Jose, CA

$40-50/hr7 yrs exp

Part Time Care Giver

7 years of experience working in the field of ABA working with individuals between the ages of 3-29-year-olds and currently hold a BCBA credential. A strong believer that a positive experience can have a long lasting impact to the families.
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Katheryn T.


Santa Clara, CA

$28-30/hr5 yrs exp

Friendly And Patient

Hi! My name is Katheryn, Ive worked as a nanny for the past 5 years and have built relationships with families that will last a lifetime! I love kids and love being somebody aside from their parents that they can trust and depend on. I have experience with ages 2-10 and with special needs. Looking for a new family that could use...
Katheryn can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

As a caregiver with 17 years of experience, my passion lies in positively impacting children's lives and supporting families. My patient and friendly nature, coupled with the ability to communicate effectively with parents, allows me to address any concerns that arise. I am very comfortable enforcing household rules, ensuring a...
Shahirah can also help with: Travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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