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Special needs caregivers in Cupertino, CA

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Jennifer L.


Cupertino, CA

$65/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Consultant/Educator/Teacher

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I enjoy providing parent support to children and young adults with Autism and other developmental delays by helping them become more independent. I will work on simple, yet essential routines- refining their fine motor skills, sensory issues, academic and social skills and more. By providing these services-it give parents a...
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Angela C.


Cupertino, CA

$35-42/hr10 yrs exp

Hello My name is Angela I live in San Jose My daughter is in college I have 20+yrs of experience Working with families for long term From newborn to highschool ADHD and Autism newborn-12 I can help With anything around the house, Cleaning, cooking, errands. I was family assistant in Los Gatos But kids they are going to...
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Jennifer L.


Cupertino, CA

$50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs/Preschool Educator

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am not a nanny! I have experience working with children with special needs from children. With typical children, I have most experience mostly with age 1 to 10+. I work with children on their developmental milestones, focus on building their fine motor skills through arts & crafts, emotional regulation, social skills and...
Jennifer can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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Natalie C.


Cupertino, CA

$19-24/hr8 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor/ College Student

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a senior at Santa Clara University. I work for an education center in Campbell as a tutor for kids with special needs/ learning disabilities, but am looking for a nannying position to fill the days I am not tutoring! I am from Omaha, NE, and am 1 of 4 sisters from a big family with dozens of younger cousins! I have spent a...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jasmine M.


Cupertino, CA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

Child Care Provider

Hi there! My name is Jasmine, I am 22 years old and I love children! I have recently graduated from Sacramento State University and pursued my dream in getting my Bachelors Degree in Criminal Justice. Being the eldest of 3, I understand the importance of staying on task whether it be practices, after school activities or...
Jasmine can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Tara P.


Cupertino, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, I am a hardworking household helper that would love to assist you. I specialize in organizing any space you may need. Would love to also help with laundry, light cleaning chores, food prep, errands/grocery shopping and whatever else that helps your life run smoother. I'm flexible, manage my time well, and am dependable....
Hello! I'm Taylir B, a dedicated nursing student with a passion for providing exceptional care. With eight years of experience in caregiving and four years of being CPR certified, I bring a wealth of knowledge and compassion to every individual I assist. Whether it's childcare, senior care, or special needs support, I prioritize...
Taylir can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Wemerson R.


Mountain View, CA

$30/hr7 yrs exp

Wonderful Nanny/older Brother For Your Kids

5.0

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Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development. I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...
Wemerson can also help with: Meal prep, travel, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time."

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Vanessa R.


Boulder Creek, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I have a lifetime of experience with children of all ages. Recently relocated to the area. Adventurous world traveler to 35 countries, amateur chef, music & animal lover. Kind, patient, nurturing, creative, fun & trustworthy. Stepmom to 1 daughter (3-8). I LOVE kids & will take care of them as if they're my own! I helped care...
Vanessa can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

Trustline Certified

5.0
"We had a great experience working with Vanessa. We hired her to sit for our children while we were staying at a resort. She was prompt and communicative. She handled a tricky situation with room service with care and attention and our kids were very happy after...

Evan S.

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Fernanda R.


Santa Clara, CA

$28-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I understand that, as a parent, you want the best for your child. With my background in school psychology and experience in working with students of all abilities, I can offer specialized support to help your child thrive. My expertise in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) means I have a deep understanding of how to support...
Fernanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"We couldn’t be happier with Fernanda as our babysitter. She is incredibly caring, responsible, and attentive to our baby’s needs. Fernanda has a natural ability to connect with our child, making playtime both fun and educational. She always arrives on time and is...

Liang M.

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Alexa A.


Los Gatos, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Very Caring, Loving Nanny/Driver/HPA.

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

35 yrs. of experience, It is very fulfilling for me to provide care and assistance to people who need my help. My experience is in a home, infant & adult care that require an adult supervision and special needs independently and professionally. The tasks performed include medication reminder, preparing meals, feeding, bathing,...
Alexa can also help with: Personal care, companionship, transportation, errands, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"Alexa works for me and she is excellent. I would recommend her for child care without any hesitation. Anitha"

Anitha V.

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Lilly H.


Sunnyvale, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Grandmother With Plenty Of Space In The Heart, Looking For Grandchildren

Hi, there! My name is Lilly. I am mother and grandmother, with many years of experience as a babysitter. I know how hard its leave the most precious of our life to a stranger! Let me tell you a little bit about me, I have been married to the same person for 22 years and I deserve a medal! I have lots of patience, common sense,...
Lilly can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Alison V.


Los Altos, CA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Everyone Gets Old If They're Lucky

Hello, my name is Alison and I am a caregiver, personal assistant, and companion in one. I am 36 and have amassed numerous skills relating to taking care of people's wants and needs. I have the awareness and discernment for the appropriate response to your situation at hand. I assist in adhering to the recommendations of your...
Alison can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, home modification, companionship, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Wound Care

5.0
"I hired Alison as a personal assistant for around two years and was thrilled by and so grateful for her support. I’m a busy professional who also struggles with ADHD and physical limitations. That’a why every week Alison was there to assist me with tasks such as...

Mattie C.

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Doha R.


Mountain View, CA

$50/hr9 yrs exp

Private Nanny

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...
Doha can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Doha is creative, organized, and extremely reliable. She came up with a schedule for the children every week. We loved that she always took into account our kids' interests and passions, but she also consciously exposed them to new things and activities that would...

Bryan M.

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Jill R.


Mountain View, CA

$30-40/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.
5.0
"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful...

Bart S.

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Evangeline M.


Sunnyvale, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
Evangeline can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

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Melissa P.


Sunnyvale, CA

$33-45/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood

I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, travel
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Melissa was great! She was very active with my 8 year old son. They played basketball, cooked together in the kitchen to make dinner, watched a movie etc, and when we got home she was upstairs reading him a book before bed. Would definitely recommend!"

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Ferihan B.


Santa Clara, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny - Babysitter / California

Hired by 19 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families! I'm a dedicated nanny with a Bachelor's Degree in Health Management and over 10 years of childcare experience. I've cared for children aged 2 months to 13 years, working with 40+ families across diverse cultures. My Qualifications: TrustLine Certified (background checks cleared). CPR, First Aid, and AED...
Ferihan can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Feri and very kind and detail oriented! Our daughter, who is usually afraid of new people, warmed up to Feri quickly. Feri went plenty of photos and videos to help us feel comfortable (at our request!) We will definitely hire her again."

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Josie A.


Stanford, CA

$17-28/hr6 yrs exp

Energetic And Passionate Sitter

Hello! My name is Josie , and I am from San Diego, California. I have 6 years of experience with babysitting kids ranged from 5 months-13 years, and kids with special needs as well! I am passionate about being an involved sitter, and really enjoy getting to know the kids and help them learn new skills.
Josie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Cupertino, CA

Wemerson R.

5.0

Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time.

- Care member

Vanessa R.

5.0

Vanessa was great! Communicative, kind, and I felt like my kid was in good hands.

- Care member

Fernanda R.

5.0

We couldn’t be happier with Fernanda as our babysitter. She is incredibly caring, responsible, and attentive to our baby’s needs. Fernanda has a natural ability to connect with our child, making playtime both fun and educational. She always arrives on time and is very communicative, keeping us...

- Liang M.

Alexa A.

5.0

Alexa works for me and she is excellent. I would recommend her for child care without any hesitation. Anitha

- Anitha V.

Alison V.

5.0

Alison is reliable, caring, and understands her clients. She brings many skills to the job, including suggestions to make her clients‘ life easier and better. She is always on time, always has a plan, and respects her clients and has a special understanding of their needs. She is an absolute gem and...

- Care member

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