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Jocelyn C.


Clayton, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mom With Lots Of Personal Experience !

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Hi there, my son was diagnosed with ADHD, Aspergers syndrome, audio processing disorder and impulse control disorder at the young age of 4 1/2. We attended the Attention And Achievement Center in Walnut Creek, where he was diagnosed There he went through audio processing, sensory integration, speech, therapy, nutritional...
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Emily R.


Clayton, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Fun, Energetic, And Looking Forward To Meeting Your Family!

Hi, my name is Emily and i'm an energetic 27-year-old. I've worked with kids of all ages, and I especially love to work with children from 2-10, as well as children with special needs. I am looking for a full time position, and my rates start at $25/ hour. , and more recently have been working in a special education classroom...
Emily can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Katie B.


Clayton, CA

$29/hr10 yrs exp

I'm a passionate early educator with over a decade of experience nurturing and educating children. I have a broad range of experience both in and out of the classroom, and am comfortable caring for up to four children, ranging from infants to preteens. I believe that children learn best through play, and have a conscious, gentle...
Katie can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Christina R.


Antioch, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced, Loving Quality Childcare

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

About me: Loving, enthusiastic caregiver with over 15 years of childcare experience (newborn to school age) including: 12 years running my own daycare, ECE units, worked as a preschool teacher and in a school age program. I have experience working with children with food allergies. I also have some experience working with...
Christina can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Christina provided care for my three children two of which have special needs. She was always trustworthy, patient and the kids loved her."

Melissa H.

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Samon S.


Brentwood, CA

$15-29/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Provider

Hired by 12 families in your neighborhood

I am a friendly, energetic, CPR and First Aid Certified nanny with 25 years of childcare experience. My goal as a nanny is to keep the children I care for safe, happy, healthy, and to teach them respect and social skills. I have proven myself to be trustworthy, and I'm receptive to the needs of children and parents. I have...
Samon can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Samon was my sons Nanny and started when he was roughly 6 months old. She was always punctual and a true professional. My son really adored Samon and was very happy around her. She interacted with him well, played games, sang to him and it was aparent she had a ton...

Mitun P.

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Sandra W.


Concord, CA

$30/hr5 yrs exp

Sandra

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am single lady, who raised 4 children. I have been blessed with 2 grandsons , and 2 granddaughters . I'm loving, encouraging and nurturing. I would like to think I have a good sense of humor. Spent 18 years working in Special Education. I also worked with adult clients who have special needs and behavioral issues, for close...
Sandra can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Sande has been taking care of our two-year-old for the last few months while our previous nanny (her niece) was on maternity leave. It's always stressful finding new childcare, but Sande made the transition very easy for all of us! She is wonderful with our son,...

Emily H.

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Filma I.


Pittsburg, CA

$35-45/hr6 yrs exp

I am compassionate Registered Nurse. I look after my clients safety. I am a team player and would be willing to work with you with all my heart. It is my passion to help clients who need helps with their daily medication and care that they deserve. I can come and check you if ever you want to try my services as your private...
5.0
"Filma took care of my son who has cerebral palsy and epileptic seizure. Highly recommended and very compassionate and understanding of the needs of my sob."

Richard B.

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Olivia L.


San Ramon, CA

$22-25/hr5 yrs exp

Professional Nanny-Part Time Available

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:

Trustline Certified

CNA

First Aid

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...

Suzanne B.

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Anna M.


Antioch, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

A Helping Hand That You Can Trust

3.7

(3)

Experience in all aspects of caregiving; dementia, alzheimers, cancer, hospice special needs patients. All referrals have over 5 years of dedication and longevity. A caregiver you can trust beyond written duties.
Anna can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, companionship, dementia, hospice services & more
5.0
"Anna was a gift from God to my mother and to me. She was able to step in on short notice and was trustworthy and knowledgeable enough to jump right into overnight care after my mother (who has Alzheimer’s) broke her ribs and punctured her lung. I am an EMT, and...

Erika C.

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Oliva G.


Antioch, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Paraprofessional

Hi I am Oliva, I have over 18 years of experience working with children I work with premies babies, toddlers all the way to middle and high schoolers. I worked in Montessori schools public schools and nanny or household assistant.. I have over 24 units of ECE and many years of experience working with children with special needs....
Oliva can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Trustline Certified

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"She take care of my 2 kids for 2 years, she has experience and is very patient and professional."

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Alma J.


Danville, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Have Experience in California In Care for Babies and Kids and Adult

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Alma. I have 7 years of experience in care, babies and kids. I have one girl 6 years, I love babies and kids, I have good references. I have experience in adult 65+ .
5.0
"Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin boys and a daughter and she was TERRIFIC! The kids love her."

Bridgette B.

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Kristal N.


Concord, CA

$30/hr6 yrs exp

Part-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Kristal and I have been working with children for the past seven years. I was a Registered Behavioral Therapist for six years, and specialize in children with special needs, specifically the Autism Spectrum. I have experienced working with families I've met through Care. com and all have been truly wonderful!...
Kristal can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"My child liked Kristal right away. Kristal is pleasant and flexible. We enjoy working with her."

Deborah H.

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Savannah R.


Walnut Creek, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Fun Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

5 years of professional experience working with children from infant to middle school age. Oldest of 5 children. Fun-loving, patient, and reliable. Currently working during the school day as a paraprofessional in an SDC class. Experience with special needs children, g-tube feedings, and administering medication. Looking for...
Savannah can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Savannah worked for us for over a year. She picked up our kids from school/daycare, fed them, played with them, took them to the park, library, play dates with friends, and helped them with early learning reading and math work. I really appreciated how...

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Eleanor T.


Antioch, CA

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello, My name is Eleanor. I'm currently a Behavioral Therapist for children diagnosed with Autism. I grew up with a disabled sister with cerebral palsy and with a god son that was diagnosed with Autism. I currently work with children and teach through play. A lot of singing and dancing, counting, and sensory play (play dough,...
5.0
"I hired Eleanor to care for my son with profound special needs. He is 16, but more like a 4 year old. Eleanor was caring, playful, understood the nuances of special needs care and provided excellent care. She was punctual, dependable and adapted to our schedule...

Aundria G.

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Ana W.


Danville, CA

$37/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny/babysitter

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I'm Ana! I have over a decade of childcare experience with all ages. I drive a Toyota 4-Runner. I have acquired extensive child care/development and knowledge/experience over the years and I feel equipped for virtually any situation that may arise. I graduated from CU with degrees in Psychology and Spanish. I have nannied since...
Ana can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ana is very good at putting her full focus on your child and their needs while adding the fun loving touch my family knows her for!"

Alisha K.

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Ann M.


Brentwood, CA

$25-45/hr7 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver - CNA

Hello. My name is Ann and I have extensive experience caring for Seniors including those with special needs, in hospice and general care. I pride myself on the level of care and attention I provide and recognize the importance of a quality caregiver and the difference that I can make in the life of my client.
Ann can also help with: Transportation, hospice services, errands, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CNA

CPR

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Carolina G.


Antioch, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have experienced working with special needs kids with different disabilities. I'm very passionate about my career, friendly, and family oriented. I'm also bilingual (English/spanish).
Carolina can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Maria Elena E.


Pittsburg, CA

$17-20/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Caregiver/Nanny

I have 9 years experience as a nanny caring for 4 kids. The eldest child in the family was a 16 yr. old disabled boy with special needs and the second oldest was 12-year-old girl, the two youngest girls were 4 and 5. My duties included but were not limited to driving all the children to and from school and to extracurricular...
Maria Elena can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Hello families! I am looking for a side job that includes something that I am good at and love. KIDS! I am a certified EMT and prenatal, labor/delivery, and postpartum Doula. I have 12 siblings so I definitely have history with kids but besides that I have history with lots of babysitting and working with children of all ages,...
Lavyance can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

I'm passionate about fostering children's growth and development. With four years of experience, including caring for children with special needs and foster children, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for your child. As a patient, calm, creative, and friendly caregiver, I...
Destiny can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Trustline Certified

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Clayton, CA

Christina R.

5.0

Christina has helped us on multiple occasions. We have two children, and they are thrilled when Christina is watching them! She is kind, thoughtful and energetic with the kids and I would highly recommend her to other families!

- Trent I.

Samon S.

5.0

Samon was my sons Nanny and started when he was roughly 6 months old. She was always punctual and a true professional. My son really adored Samon and was very happy around her. She interacted with him well, played games, sang to him and it was aparent she had a ton of experience. She already had...

- Mitun P.

Sandra W.

5.0

Sande has been taking care of our two-year-old for the last few months while our previous nanny (her niece) was on maternity leave. It's always stressful finding new childcare, but Sande made the transition very easy for all of us! She is wonderful with our son, incredibly loving but also...

- Emily H.

Filma I.

5.0

Filma took care of my son who has cerebral palsy and epileptic seizure. Highly recommended and very compassionate and understanding of the needs of my sob.

- Richard B.

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.

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