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Special needs caregivers in El Cerrito, CA

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Fethya M.


El Cerrito, CA

$25-29/hr5 yrs exp

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My name is Fethya. I am a mother of two girls. I love to spend time with people, I am carrying I love to laugh and like my families.
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Sarah M M.


El Cerrito, CA

$21-26/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Caregiver With ABA Training

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Experience with ages 3 to 100, ABA trained, looking for part time, temporary or pick up work. Experienced in acute care and disability care
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Jahari M.


El Cerrito, CA

$25-35/hr7 yrs exp

Doctor Of Occupational Therapy Student

Hi my name is Jahari M. I am a Doctor of Occupational Therapy student at Samuel Merritt University. I have 7 years of experience working with children to young adults, with or without disabilities/limitations. I am comfortable with using adaptive equipment, using my OT and rehabilitative background with my clients, and engaging...
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Emilia J.


El Cerrito, CA

$22-33/hr10 yrs exp

Fragile X Syndrome

I have attended the National fragile x conference along with 120 credits in psychology towards my bachelors degree to understand behaviors and how to care for my sibling and children who have Fragile X syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD, along with myself
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Sarah M M.


El Cerrito, CA

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Professional With Special Needs Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a dedicated child care provider with a special focus on special needs children, I bring a wealth of experience, compassion, and understanding to my work. I am passionate about supporting children with diverse abilities and creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where all children can thrive. I have extensive...
Sarah M can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

My name is Simonez, I'm 45 years old. I have experience with special needs. I have a 25-year-old daughter and a 5-year-old daughter. I can take your child to sports, swimming, music classes. I can stay at your house with your child. let me know what kind of help you need.
Simne can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Emma M.


El Cerrito, CA

$28-40/hr5 yrs exp

Friendly Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Emma. I have babysat for my cousins and friends children since I was 16. I have been living in the Bay Area for five years but I'm originally from Northern CA. I have experience with special need kids including those with cerebral palsy, pika, autism, and those needing full time care. Seeing kids with a range of...
Emma can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Jahadah A.


El Cerrito, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Little About Me

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Jahadah, and I have been living in the Bay Area for about two years. I am a Registered Behavioral Technician with experience working with children with special needs. In addition to my professional background, I have also worked as a nanny, babysitter, and caregiver. I began working with children at the age of...
Jahadah can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Rachel F.


El Cerrito, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time Fun Loving Babysitter Available Nights And Weekends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Rachel. I'm a 45-year-old mom and college student looking for part-time babysitting jobs. I am and looking for part time or full time positions. I have been watching children since I was 14. I have worked as a babysitter, tutor, assistant to children with special needs, and camp counselor. I love children and...
Rachel can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

First Aid

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Erin S.


El Cerrito, CA

$30/hr3 yrs exp

Fun Auntie And Dog Lover

I'm an older sister and took care of my younger brother and cousins growing up. I volunteered for special needs kids during primary school and later worked with adults with physical and mental disabilities during college. I love being an auntie to my neices and nephews as well as taking care of my little cousins when possible....
Erin can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping & more
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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$15-35/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Highly Specialized Child Caretaker

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: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Trustline Certified

Special Needs Care

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....

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Atusa A.


Oakland, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Health Coach With Experience In Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
5.0
"Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself...

Kristen M.

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Ciara C.


Martinez, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Out Going, Creative, And Loving Sitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I'm an experienced, creative, and nurturing childcare provider with five years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion for fostering children's growth and development, coupled with my positive experiences in previous babysitting roles, led me to pursue a career in childcare. I believe in open and honest...
Ciara can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Ciara is wonderful! She is extremely dependable, has wonderful communication skills, and does a wonderful job of caring for my 6 month old. We are very lucky to have Ciara in our home and anyone she works with would be lucky as well."

Jessica E.

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Maggie H.


Lafayette, CA

$18/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maggie, and I've been working with children for over 8 years. I enjoy helping children learn about the world around them through play and discovery. During my time as a Museum Educator at the Creative Discovery Museum I learned innovative ways to communicate with and teach children in fun new ways. My time...
Maggie can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep & more
5.0
"We have hired Maggie has our FT nanny. (Note that she is still available for nights and weekends. YOU SHOULD HIRE HER!) We love how engaged and energetic she is with our two toddlers. They have been sleeping better since she started and run to hug her and tell...

Adrianna B.

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Emily G.


El Sobrante, CA

$17-22/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have done care work in one way or another since I was a teenager, for special needs children and adults as well as with typically developing children. I also have experience working as a summer school art teacher for a Montessori school with children grades K-6th as well as a substitute one-on-one for children with special...
Emily can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Emily has been outstanding with our three children. She can match their high energy, keeps them entertained with excursions to the park, crafts, cooking, etc,. is never fazed, and always keeps things moving forward in a positive direction. She manages our special...

Rachel S.

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Wren E.


Oakland, CA

$30-45/hr3 yrs exp

Willing To Adjust To Your Needs

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked with people with special needs in almost every job I have had - I have no problem adjusting my style towards your needs - or learning new skills that would help you out!
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Kaya T.


El Sobrante, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 35 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Kaya, I am an attentive babysitter with a background in caring for multiple children. I am a positive role model focused on supporting development and teaching new skills. I am certified in First Aid and CPR with a dedication to creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for all children. I...
Kaya can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We had the pleasure of hiring Kaya to care for our son for the evening. She was so sweet and attentive with our 2.5 year old. She read him stories, played games with him and fed him dinner. She tidied up after playing and eating. We had an unexpected event and she...

Lauren V.

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Shurston H.


Richmond, CA

$25-26/hr10 yrs exp

I am 26 years old and I have lots of experience with children, I like to be creative and come up with fun activities to keep the kids active and occupied . I have worked with Richmond PAL, Precious Angels Daycare , and Monterey Pines Community Center all located in Richmond Ca. My responsibilities were to be a group leader and...
Shurston can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

5.0
"Very kind young lady my daughter loved her ! I would highly recommend her to anyone!"

lisa T.

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Danikalynn A.


Oakland, CA

$23-30/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I love been around kids of all ages, before I became a nanny I was working with child as a group leader/ after school coordinator. I have also worked with kids with special need. I have 4 children of my own. I enjoy doing activities, learning, coloring, singing, building clubhouses, baking if child/ren is old enough and like...
Danikalynn can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Danikalynn is wonderful with children. She came in a pinch to support me with my 8 and 4 year olds. She was prompt, sweet, attentive, and assertive. I would absolutely book her again."

Connie S.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in El Cerrito, CA

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

Atusa A.

5.0

Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself focussed. She is extremely patient...

- Kristen M.

Ciara C.

5.0

Ciara is wonderful! She is extremely dependable, has wonderful communication skills, and does a wonderful job of caring for my 6 month old. We are very lucky to have Ciara in our home and anyone she works with would be lucky as well.

- Jessica E.

Maggie H.

5.0

We have hired Maggie has our FT nanny. (Note that she is still available for nights and weekends. YOU SHOULD HIRE HER!) We love how engaged and energetic she is with our two toddlers. They have been sleeping better since she started and run to hug her and tell her they love her when she leaves....

- Adrianna B.

Emily G.

5.0

Emily has been outstanding with our three children. She can match their high energy, keeps them entertained with excursions to the park, crafts, cooking, etc,. is never fazed, and always keeps things moving forward in a positive direction. She manages our special needs child beautifully, balancing...

- Rachel S.

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