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Jose S.


Cotati, CA

$20-25/hr • 20 yrs exp

I Live In Cotati And Am Looking For Child Care Jobs

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Senior male, married with 3 children and 3 grandchildren, have lived in Sonoma for 29 years, a retired professional looking for child care work. My experience's includes working with law enforcement agencies, courts and Child Protective Services, assisting in family counseling and conducting youth and adult process and education...
Jose can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Angelina C.


Cotati, CA

$25/hr • 2 yrs exp

About Me!

My name is Angelina, but most call me Angel. I'm almost 20, pursing my associates degree at the moment while working part time. I have always adored children since I was, well, a child! I have two years of professional paid experience with children, ages as young as 6 weeks old to as old as 12 years old, I have experience...
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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Warm, Friendly Family Assistant

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am fully vaccinated, a young spirited, kind, calm, flexible worker who has lots of life experience with special needs, bilingual/Spanish language students, students who learn differently, with communication delays or barriers. I worked in classrooms assisting teacher for over 10 years. I also love working with babies. I have...
Janet can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Professional and caring, personable and transparent. Truly partners with other family members in making sure the elderly client is comfortable and the necessary needs are met. An excellent listener too! "

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Christa A.


Rohnert Park, CA

$46/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hello! I love children and have been working with and taking care of them since I was 12. I first started out babysitting in my neighborhood and for my family church. Through my church I have also watched children and teenagers with special needs from ages 4 months old to 16. I was a youth soccer coach for four years, and have...
Christa can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"Christa is energetic, caring, and lots of fun! "

Karen S.

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Sandra V.


Rohnert Park, CA

$26/hr • 10 yrs exp

Flexible And Experienced Caregiver With Professional References.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Sandra, and I have experience working with individuals of all ages, including those with special needs. I've worked as a CNA specifically with disabled individuals and have a specialty in Autism care. I understand the importance of meeting clients where they are, providing patience, support, and care that aligns...
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Janet F.


Rohnert Park, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Mature Woman Seeking Part Time Assistance Position. 2-3 Days Per Week (Day Hours)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an easygoing 64-year-old, good listener, warm personality seeking to be a companion and can help with medications, light meals, and drives to appointments, etc. I like to walk, listen to music, read, art appreciator, artistic soul with a sense of humor. I have been involved in Hospice and caring for my Father with CHF and...
Janet can also help with: Dementia, companionship, mobility assistance, respite care
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

Licensed Nurse

5.0
"I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure."

Audrey D.

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Barbara H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$10-20/hr • 10 yrs exp

Very Caring Caregiver

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have extensive nanny experience and experience with elderly people with physical and mental limitations. I am very trainable, but not suitable for jobs requiring therapy training.
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Waisea K.


Santa Rosa, CA

$20-21/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have a 17-year-old special needs daughter who has a little of everything. She is speech delayed and also suffers from silent seizures with which she is taking medication for. This experience has taught me a lot about caring for special needs. I also do Senior care for the last 8 yrs and I am well versed with the knowledge &...
5.0
"Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family."

Lois D.

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Megan T.


Petaluma, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny Extraordinaire

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

From a young age I knew that I wanted a career involving working with children. My experience began working in an after school care program while pursuing my education in childhood development (ECE). From there I began working as a Para Educator with special needs children in the public school systems before moving on to...
Megan can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"I knew from the moment I met Megan that she was the right fit for our family. She has an easygoing, yet take charge way about her and has been a warm and loving, yet firm caretaker for our children for the past six years. She has been with us since I went back to...

Karen S.

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Otilia V.


Santa Rosa, CA

$30-50/hr • 20 yrs exp

I'm a compassionate and experienced CNA with over 20 years of experience. I'm kind, patient, and being warm, fun energy to every situation. I specialize in personal care, medication management, meal preparation, and overall creating a safe and comfortable environment for my patient. I'm skilled at providing companionship,...
Otilia can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, companionship, errands, hospice services & more
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Kara K.


Rohnert Park, CA

$18/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Kara and I have been working with kids for about 5 years now. I myself am 21 years old have experience with kids ages 6 months to 11 years old and have worked with quite a few families over these past few years. I am CNA certified have worked with special needs kiddos before. I would love to hear from you! :)
Kara can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CNA

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Mary P.


Sebastopol, CA

$25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Trained Doula With 10+ Years Childcare Experience

I have worked with both children and parents in a variety of capacities for over 10 years now. Over the last decade, I have been a nanny for many different families, including twins and little ones with special needs. I am also a trained doula with many creative interests (photography, painting, music). I love to develop...
Mary can also help with: Craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Trustline Certified

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Kailie B.


Santa Rosa, CA

$25-40/hr • 6 yrs exp

Highly dedicated and experienced nanny with over six years of expertise in childcare. Committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Proficient in infant and child CPR, first aid, and developmentally appropriate practices. Possesses strong knowledge of child development and age-appropriate...
Kailie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

CNA

First Aid

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Alexandra S.


Santa Rosa, CA

$30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I've been a childcare provider for over a decade, and I've cared for children of all ages. My passion for fostering their growth and development has led me to pursue coursework in Early Child Development. My calm and patient personality allows me to create a safe and caring environment. I believe in open communication with...
Alexandra can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Jamie P.


Sebastopol, CA

$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Nanny With 23 Years Of Experience

I am a Postpartum Doula/Nanny with 23 years of experience, I have experience with infants, twins, and children with special needs (Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder) and I have experience teaching Preschool as well as experience as a Preschool Director. I have many local references, please reach out with any questions you...
Jamie can also help with: Travel, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Danielle G.


Santa Rosa, CA

$22-27/hr • 10 yrs exp

I have 25 years of experience with Medically Complex clients, specializing in medical/healthcare and medication management. 20 years of my experience was with my own daughter who was born with a rare seizure disorder. Currently I work with adults who have intellectual, developmental and behavior complexities.
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Maile H.


Rohnert Park, CA

$25-41/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Maile! I'm 20 years old and have been working in childcare for 2 years as a daycare teacher. Some of my responsibilities were to plan curriculum (crafts, games, etc.), to teach the class as a whole as well as individuals. I also have been babysitting my students for the past 2 years as well. My skills include problem...
Maile can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

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Leah J.


Santa Rosa, CA

$36/hr • 2 yrs exp

Compassionate Caregiver

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a married mother of 3 boys. My youngest is 13 years old. I was a stay at home mom for 4 years when they were all little. My son's have been diagnosed with different mood disorders including ADHD, social anxiety, and misophonia. I currently work in a classroom setting with TK children. I am ProACT certified. I have knowledge...
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Angelica L.


Santa Rosa, CA

$21-40/hr • 1 yrs exp

Hello! My name is Angelica, 23years old. I have 4 years experience nannying . I've worked with different families in the years which has enabled me to adapt to different parenting styles and grow relationships with families. I am Bilingual in Spanish and English. I enjoy teaching kids both languages if a family is accepting of...
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Elizabeth O.


Petaluma, CA

$18-35/hr

Full Time Special Needs Provider

I have an AA and AS degree in Occupational Therapy Assistant. I have previously worked at Halifax Hospital for 15 years. I am between jobs now and I'm looking for a more flexible schedule and also something more personally rewarding. I absolutely love caring for people (and animals) of all ages! I have professional experience...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cotati, CA

Janet F.

5.0

Professional and caring, personable and transparent. Truly partners with other family members in making sure the elderly client is comfortable and the necessary needs are met. An excellent listener too!

- Care member

Christa A.

5.0

Christa is energetic, caring, and lots of fun!

- Karen S.

Janet F.

5.0

I'm so happy that I found Janet. She is reliable, punctual, communicative and a very lovely person. She offers warmth and compassion and always made me feel safe and secure.

- Audrey D.

Waisea K.

5.0

Amazing, understanding, motivated, willing to learn our methods of care, very helpful. So excited to work with Wise. His family is a gift to our family.

- Lois D.

Megan T.

5.0

Megan was a god-send to our family. She is a seasoned career nanny - and a pro at raising children. Not only did she help raise my daughter to be a smart, capable, school-ready toddler during the most developmentally critical time of her life, but she became a dear friend and surrogate family...

- Care member

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