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Teresa B.


Fremont, CA

$24-30/hr10 yrs exp

FUN AND RESPONSIBLE NANNY .

4.3

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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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.

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, companionship, dementia
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Amanda O.


San Carlos, CA

$50/hr10 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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ysabel T.


Redwood City, CA

$30-35/hr10 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, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Megan W.


Belmont, CA

$24-25/hr5 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: Carpooling, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Estefany N.


Palo Alto, CA

$30/hr7 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:

Special Needs Care

CPR

CNA

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Mariah Y.


Palo Alto, CA

$25-35/hr6 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/hr9 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: Errands, personal care, light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, dementia & more
Skills:

Home Health Aide

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Luis V.


Menlo Park, CA

$30-50/hr7 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...
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: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Allison C.


Mountain View, CA

$20-25/hr7 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: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Vicky P.


Belmont, CA

$25-50/hr3 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.
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: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

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Aracelly B.


Redwood City, CA

$20-30/hr4 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 Cañada 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/hr15 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:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Amanda M.


San Mateo, CA

$27-30/hr4 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: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Melissa M.


Redwood City, CA

$19-20/hr10 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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Yadira G.


Newark, CA

$25-50/hr3 yrs exp

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for your little ones. With three years of experience, I've had the privilege of caring for children of various ages, helping them learn and grow. My patient and friendly nature, coupled with a strong sense of...
I have 2 years of experience working with individuals with special needs. This includes providing personalized care, assisting with daily activities, and fostering an inclusive environment that supports their physical, emotional, and social development. Drawing on a strong background in caregiving and activity coordination, I...
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Yaya R.


Redwood City, CA

$37-40/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Help

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a personal assistant kids and elderly care provider I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special Needs I do work part time as a private chef I studied at Stanford university course of Introduction to Food and Health and I love to be creative in the kitchen...

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