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Sabrina M.
Castro Valley, CA
$17-22/hr • 1 yrs exp
I do not have an extensive background in special needs but I do have plenty of infant experience and I am willing to educate, care for and stimulate learning in an infant. I am good at reading and talking and have an understanding in basic cognitive learning techniques. I am quick to learn and have the ability to adapt very well...
Jenna M.
Castro Valley, CA
$20-25/hr • 5 yrs exp
I volunteer at my church for the "buddy system", every Sunday I work one on one with a special needs kid. My neighbor (who is like a sister to me) has down syndrome and I have helped take care of her.
In the last year, I have had the opportunity to support a family with a child with special needs and would love to continue this type of work after my relocation to the Carson area. This position has provided me experience with a multitude of areas while collaborating with OT, PT and speech therapists, as well as, music and...
Deborah D.
Castro Valley, CA
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced Care Giver Seeking Full-Time Employment
I have operated and owned a day care and preschool for many years now. Over the years, I have had many students/children under my care with special needs. I also have a BA in developmental psychology. During my education, I worked in many settings (schools and hospitals) where I worked with and cared for many different children...
Hi,
My name is Yasmeen and I am 42 years old. I am a graduate in Human Development focusing on Early childhood development from Cal State Eastbay. I have a certificate in special needs from Chabot College as well. I love working with infants and children especially after my 4 children have grown. I have many many years of...
Yasmeen can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
My name is Giovanna, I'm 23 years old and ex Aupair
I'm from Brazil. I speak Portuguese and English
Pet-friendly
Fully Vaccinated
Non-Smoker
CPR certificate
Strong driver (no accidents and clean record)
Strong swimmer
Childcare experience: 4 years of experience paid ( children from 3 years to 15 years), 10 years of experience...
Giovanna can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
My name is Pim. I love to nurture kids, to watch them grow, spend good time with them. My priority for nanny job is the safety of the baby. I moved from Thailand since 2022. And have started to pursue my career as nanny, babysitting newborns, toddlers, kid with special needs.
I have bachelor degree and professionally worked...
Pimchanok can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Hi! I am 26 years old, currently living in San Leandro. I work with special needs at a school in Pleasanton. I have been babysitting since I was about 13 years old. I have a HUGE heart for kids and people. I have many families that would be a reference for me, (including families with special needs children). I have taken 12+...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Sharry B.
Castro Valley, CA
$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I worked at the school district for seven years in the Special Day Class. I worked with children with Autism, CP and Down syndrome. Some of my duties were OT, Adaptive PE, basic life skills dressing themselves, public outings(grocery store, bank) crossing the street in a crosswalk, and the value of money.
Sharry B.
Castro Valley, CA
$20-26/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
After my second child was born, I decided to stay home and I ran a home daycare for 15 years. I took care of 5-week-old twins up to middle school age (they were before and after school care). When my youngest was in school full-time I got a job at the school district. I worked there for seven years, four of those years I was a...
Sharry can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Jamie M.
Castro Valley, CA
$20-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Currently I am a 6th grade math and science teacher for the Castro Valley USD. Prior to teaching I was a nanny for an extremely loving family for 5 years. I also was a para-educator for 2 years working with special needs students. As a teacher, I have seen first hand the challenges students face with distance learning. I am...
Jamie can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have an experience around patients with dementia and patients who are ambulatory. I am experienced in taking care of patients who have Tube Feeding and catheter. I am a very flexible person and can easily be taught and trained.
Aneti L.
Oakland, CA
$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been doing special care need care for 10years and up. Have been working with different patients.
Amber T.
Hayward, CA
$15-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
I Have Just About As Much Energy As The Kids And I Can Get Things Done!
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello there,
I have over 8 years of experience with child's care. Around 4 years experience w/ people w/special needs. I am a board certified behavioral specialist and CPR certified! Currently have an AA in Psych and sociology going to classes online/ in person. I am working on my BA in Psych. I can help with Travel/ Light...
Amber can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Amber was amazing with our daughters, great communication, always on time, very kind, fun and patient with kids. She goes extra mile and house always looks organized and clean after her visit."
Pavel A.
5.0
(14)
Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood
I am a certified Postpartum Doula, Special Needs Caretaker and Nanny. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I support play based learning and have extra training around social and emotional growth in regard to behavioral health and other emotional or...
Rose can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Rose was our first nanny so we were a little stressed but it couldn't have gone better! Our son went from only being in the company of his parents to happily spending hours with Rose.
Rose also has a great grasp on theory of mind models in childcare and discipline...
Prasenjit M.
3.0
(1)
Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant & toddler specialist, and...
5.0
(3)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, Please accept my enthusiastic application for the position of nanny for your family. I believe my experience working as a nanny for infants, elementary school children, my tutoring background, and my medical training as a Certified Nurse Aide would make me an excellent nanny for your family. Working as a full-time nanny...
Olivia can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Olivia is family. She's been our nanny for nearly six months and we absolutely love her.
She was never late, always professional and gave us 100% confidence that our two kids were receiving the best care possible. Olivia is patient, kind and hard-working. She...
Marilyn C.
Mario P.
San Ramon, CA
$23-30/hr • 1 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I am a friendly and motivated 25-year-old bay area native. I work for Contra Costa ARC and assist those with special needs. I am reliable and always willing to jump right in and help when needed. I am a musician, animal lover, video game enthusiast and really value spending time with good friends & family. Lets face it,...
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys. "
Mary R.
Hortencia N.
Hayward, CA
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
Hi my name is Hortencia, I have been working as a nanny for more than 16 years, through thoses years I have been taking care of twins, new born and children with special needs. Im recently working with a family but unfortunately I recently move to Hayward and Im looking for a Job neat by. As a nanny my priority are to create a...
Hortencia can also help with: Light cleaning
5.0
"To say that I miss Hortencia, would be an understatement. As a new mother, her expertise was invaluable. She taught my baby so much. She was communicative and careful. Most of all, she was deeply respectful.
Most of all, she continuously works on how to be a...
Brenda R.
Bonnie B.
Alameda, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have personal and professional experience with children who have special needs. My son has special needs and I assist families navigate the IEP process currently. I also have a masters degree in psychology and have worked my entire career with special needs people of all ages. I have worked in all settings from inpatient,...
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Castro Valley, CA
Amber T.
5.0
Amber was amazing with our daughters, great communication, always on time, very kind, fun and patient with kids. She goes extra mile and house always looks organized and clean after her visit.
- Pavel A.
Rose L.
5.0
Rose is consistent, gentle, and incredibly knowledgeable about child development. Our toddler, who’d only spent time with relatives, immediately warmed up to her. Rose is a very active caregiver, taking our kiddo to explore parks and the botanical garden nearby. Highly recommend working with her!
- Care member
Olivia L.
5.0
Olivia worked for us for 6 months. She is very reliable (her hours for us were 5:30am-8:30pm) and has a great way with our 3 yr old twins (fun but maintains rules and expectations). She is very mature and has good judgement. She has a very impressive CV including being a college graduate and...
- Suzanne B.
Mario P.
5.0
My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys.
- Mary R.
Hortencia N.
5.0
To say that I miss Hortencia, would be an understatement. As a new mother, her expertise was invaluable. She taught my baby so much. She was communicative and careful. Most of all, she was deeply respectful.
Most of all, she continuously works on how to be a better caregiver. She has several...
- Brenda R.
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