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Teresa B.


Fremont, CA

$24-30/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

FUN AND RESPONSIBLE NANNY .

4.4

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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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Teri helped us for few days. she was very punctual, she took care of my 1 year old. she did a good job with feeding my daughter and played with her. Also helped me with some kitchen chores. "

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Laura S.


Belmont, CA

$30/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced childcare provider and spent the last year earning my Montessori teaching credential (I have a B. A. in early childhood education) while working in a local preschool. I am available starting immediately until the end of September, before my next commitment begins. I am also open to one-time opportunities...
Laura can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Ximena is without a doubt the best person to care for your child. She worked with us from the time my son was 4months-15 months and we would have kept her forever if it was possible. Every morning she showed up (usually 10 min early) not only was my son happy to...

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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: Dementia, companionship, personal care
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Amanda O.


San Carlos, CA

$50/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Happy Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been in the business for many years. I have watched a family of siblings grow up. I've worked with special needs for about 10 years now (all ages). I also have a 7-year-old daughter. I love putting smiles on children's faces. I like to keep things neat and clean. I like to help as much as needed.
Amanda can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Ysabel T.


Redwood City, CA

$30-35/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Nanny

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, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan W.


Belmont, CA

$24-25/hr ā€¢ 5 yrs exp

Personable And Experienced Caretaker

I am an experience child and adult caregiver who is looking to help out in the mornings during the weekdays. I'm happy to help with tasks involving caregiving as well as housekeeping and general maintenance. I have extensive experience with special needs individuals and I am CPR and basic life certified. I'd describe myself as...
Megan can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Estefany N.


Palo Alto, CA

$30/hr ā€¢ 7 yrs exp

Part Time Or Full Time

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a decade of experience, I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. My calm and friendly nature creates a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. I excel at engaging children through various games, from educational puzzles to outdoor...
Estefany can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Mariah Y.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-35/hr ā€¢ 6 yrs exp

Fun, Compassionate Mama To Care For 1-2 Other Children

Hi there! My experience with childcare goes all the way back to my pre-teen, when I was a "mother's helper" for my aunt and uncle! Fast forward a few years, and they've got seven kids- talk about needing a helper! Throughout my teenage years I babysat regularly for several families at the local elementary school, including...
Mariah can also help with: Craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

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Victoria K.


Mountain View, CA

$25-49/hr ā€¢ 9 yrs exp

Seniors Caregiver.

I have 9 years of experience working with seniors and people with special needs of all ages at In-Home Supportive Services, Santa Clara County (since 2014). Completed the following courses: Tips for transfer Fisrt Aide Dementia Cancer Care Caregiver basics Caregiver support Emergency and disaster preparedness Falls...
Victoria can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, meal prep, personal care, hospice services, errands & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Luis V.


Menlo Park, CA

$30-50/hr ā€¢ 7 yrs exp

Worked in special education in a class room setting as well as home setting. Under supervision, to perform a variety of instructional and clerical activities as directed by a teacher in a community classroom comprised of students with physical, emotional, educational or behavioral problems; and to perform all related duties as...
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Michelle Q.


Redwood City, CA

$19-25/hr ā€¢ 3 yrs exp

Hi there! I've always loved interacting with kids and caring for kids. I started taking care of my younger cousins and after began working with a family where I babysat two boys for about 3 years. I was also a tutor for about a year and a half and in the last 3 summers I've volunteer to work with special needs kids where I've...
Michelle can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Samantha F.


Redwood City, CA

$35-50/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Samantha, better known as Sammy and I am 23 years old. I have earned my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and am pursuing a Masters Degree. I am also a full time Para 1 educator at a local public high school. I am very responsible, reliable, creative, active, and love children. I have babysat a wide...
Samantha can also help with: Grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

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Allison C.


Mountain View, CA

$20-25/hr ā€¢ 7 yrs exp

Nanny

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: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Eva G.


Palo Alto, CA

$27-50/hr ā€¢ 2 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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Vicky P.


Belmont, CA

$25-50/hr ā€¢ 3 yrs exp

Hello, I have worked with all types of abilities and at different stages of life. I love helping others and would love to get to know you.
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Olivia W.


San Mateo, CA

$28/hr ā€¢ 3 yrs exp

As a nurturing caregiver with three years of experience, I've transformed my love of caring for little ones, that began with looking after my special needs sister, into a fulfilling career. My calm patience and imaginative creativity provide a safe and stimulating environment for children to thrive. I'm very comfortable...
Olivia can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

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Aracelly B.


Redwood City, CA

$20-30/hr ā€¢ 4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is Aracelly. I have experienced as caregiver many year because I have my father who lives with me, and he needs help because he has dialysis 3 times a week. I like to work with people who need help. Right now I am currently student at CaƱada college, I am taking classes special need education.
Aracelly can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
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Delmy A.


Palo Alto, CA

$35-50/hr ā€¢ 15 yrs exp

Child Care

I am a compassionate childcare provider with 15 years of experience. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experience as a babysitter, inspired me to pursue a career in childcare. Parents trust me because I am patient, calm, creative, imaginative, and friendly. I follow their lead...
Delmy can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

Trustline Certified

CPR

Early Education

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Amanda M.


San Mateo, CA

$27-30/hr ā€¢ 4 yrs exp

I've always had a passion for helping others, which led me to work in healthcare for five years. Prior to that, I spent two years as a nanny for pediatric patients with special needs. I also volunteered as a hospice worker for over two years, caring for elderly patients and their families. My diverse experience in caregiving has...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa M.


Redwood City, CA

$19-20/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Safe Engaged Care

Safety is my number one priority through being extremely engaged, present and available with your children. I have over 15 years of experience in child care including experience with special needs children and teens. I assess your needs, priorities and directives and make them mine. I am responsible, dependable, mature, fun,...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance

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