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Amanda S.


Fairfax, CA

$27-50/hr2 yrs exp

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some years of experience with childcare and also child care with children who has special needs, one of my brothers is autistic and also has down syndrome , I have autistic cousins and also worked for 2 years caring for a 10-year-old who is in the aspect. I am available to answer more questions about my professional life if...
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Leyla K.


Fairfax, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Psychotherapist Associate

I have many years of experience, a unique set of skills, along with years of experience in psychotherapy, personal assistance, elder care, tutoring, teaching etc. I had been in practice as a psychotherapist for 4 years but due to having to take an extended break, am redoing my hours to finish licensure. This means you get my in...
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Rachel J.


Fairfax, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Mary Poppins For Hire

Dear families, I am a professional career nanny with over 30 years of hands-on experience working with children of all ages, including several sets of multiples. In addition to my nanny experience, I have a wealth of experience as a family assistant. I have extensive experience with children on the Autism spectrum, as well as...
Rachel can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

Trustline Certified

First Aid

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Amanda S.


Fairfax, CA

$27-30/hr3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi I'm Amanda , I'm 25 y. o and I live in Fairfax with my husband . I'm Brazilian but I moved to California in 2023 when I was on the au pair exchange , I lived with an American family and I took care of they 6 kids during 1 year and 7 months . In Brazil I also worked with childcare being a nanny for some years also worked in a...
Amanda can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Irene E.


San Rafael, CA

$17-32/hr8 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello Families, My name is Irene. I'm pursing a career in nursing . I have been nannying/babysitting/house assistant for over 8 years now . My child care experience expands across all age groups including special needs. Ive also lead an academic pod during Covid . I find such joy in being a positive mentor In a child's life....
Irene can also help with: Travel, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"Where to begin, I've been fortunate to witness Irene grow from an infant to a young adult and now she's watching my toddler. As a parent now, my main priority is that my son is in great care; that is something I completely trust Irene with. He seriously adores her....

Marjorie B.

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Monica M.


Greenbrae, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi. My name Is Monica. I have taken care of all ages groups: newborns, infants, toddlers, preschoolers, children and teenagers. I studied physical therapy and have recently graduated with an associates in Psychology and behavioral sciences. I speak Spanish and English fluently. I also have an intermediate Italian language...
Monica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

4.0
"Monica is responsible and dependable. She's been very helpful with distance learning, and she enjoys doing arts and crafts with our kids."

Erin R.

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Rubi E.


Novato, CA

$30/hr18 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

As a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with 18 years in the field, I'm passionate about fostering a safe and nurturing environment for children. My journey began with fulfilling babysitting roles, where I discovered my innate ability to connect with children and positively impact their lives. My patient and calm...
Rubi can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

5.0
"Rubi was our nanny after we had our second child and she was nothing short of wonderful. She is very dependable, great with kids and goes above and beyond to make sure our needs were met. I would recommend her to anyone who is looking for a kind, trustworthy...

Sarah F.

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Julia R.


Greenbrae, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Nanny Looking For A Full Time Job ( Long Term Position )

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi families! My name is Julia, I have experience with children from 3 months to 12 years old, children with special needs, and have successfully potty trained 3 children. My goal is to help your child with their development as well as making sure that they are enjoying their time. I am responsible, punctual, very respectful,...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
5.0
"Julia is a great babysitter with a great heart. She is very energetic, creative, with a silly personality that always make the kids laugh and have a good time. She is also very responsible, respectful, organized and clean. I definitely recommend Julia and her work,...

Priscila S.

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Melissa S.


Greenbrae, CA

$40-45/hr10 yrs exp

Part-Time And Occasional Nanny

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Melissa. I am a professional career nanny and family assistant with 25 years of professional childcare experience that occurred over the age of 18. I have experience caring for children ages newborn - teens, including infant/adolescent multiples, and children with special needs and food allergies. I am...
Melissa can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

Trustline Certified

First Aid

Early Education

5.0
"Melissa is incredible!! I hired her for a unique situation (a wedding i was in at a remote location, with the wedding party and all kids spending the night at a small house on the property). Melissa braved the weather and road conditions, came prepared not only for...

Nicholas E.

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Olivia C.


San Rafael, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny, Homeschool Teacher, Special Needs Aid, Tutor

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 13 years of experience working with children, infants - 8 years. I recently moved back to San Rafael from Hawaii. I worked as a homeschool teacher in Marin for a group of kindergarteners during Covid and in Hawaii ran an arts and nature-based camp. Before this I was a Montessori teacher. I have taken courses...
Olivia can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Early Education

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Kaitlyn C.


Novato, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have years of experience caring for babies at 4 months to full-aged adults. I also have varying experience caring for individuals with special needs, including autism and behavioral challenges. I am a positive person and strive for providing a positive environment for the children and families I work for. I am fully...
Kaitlyn can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Kaitlyn is a very honest, reliable and sweet person. She cared for our autistic young adult son. He grew to love her quickly and felt safe in her care. She always had a good attitude and I was relieved of worry when I knew she was caring for him. When she moved,...

Ebby V.

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Madalitso M.


Novato, CA

$25-28/hr10 yrs exp

Professional Full/Part Time Nanny, Family Assistant, Caregiver, House Keeper Available Now.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I am a mature woman who love kids. I am fun to be with; I am dependable, honest and flexible. I have worked with families taking care of of kids all ages in Marin County for over 10 years. I also have a few caregiving/elderly care/special needs. I live in San Marin, Novato. I have a clean CDL with reliable transport. I am CPR...
Madalitso can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Mada is a skilled, experienced, thoughtful caregiver. She took care of my 9-month-old son over several weeks. Mada came to my home prepared to bond and support my son's social, emotional, and physical development. For example, she wore a special necklace that...

Althea W.

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Camila R.


San Rafael, CA

$45/hr10 yrs exp

Career Nanny Of 10 Years, Looking For A Full-Time Job

Hired by 20 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional caregiver, very patient, dedicated, and I have a flexible schedule. I am an on-call nanny/doula in San Francisco Bay Area, I have worked for more than 600 families. - + 20 years of Professional Childcare Newborn, Infant, Toddler & Children Experience - + 10 years of Professional Personal Assistant - + 3...
Camila can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Trustline Certified

5.0
"Camila has worked with our family for the past two years and she is an absolute gem. She took care of our two kids, now aged 7.5 and 5 years old. She got them ready for school, did drop off and pick ups and took them to various after school activities. On the days...

Vrushali P.

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Estefania Z.


Novato, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

With more than a decade of experience in providing compassionate and reliable care, I specialize in supporting individuals of all ages with their daily living needs. My expertise spans elder care, special needs assistance, and chronic illness management, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. I am committed to enhancing the...
Estefania can also help with: Dementia, meal prep, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, errands & more
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Sariah K.


Greenbrae, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

I have worked in the caregiving field for over 10 years. Specialize in special needs services. Have worked with newborn up to 16 y/o
Sariah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Camila R.


San Rafael, CA

$40-50/hr4 yrs exp

Hello

My name is Camila, I have a phenomenal experience with children & adults special needs. I am very patient and gentle person. I have great references. I would love to work for you.
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Danielle G.


San Rafael, CA

$17/hr3 yrs exp

Caretaker

I worked as an ABA Therapist during my college years at OSU. As a teacher, I have worked with many children with Autism , ADD, ADHD, etc as well as students with other disabilities.
Hello, My name is Miryam, and I'm currently looking for a nanny position in Marin, starting in February. I have extensive childcare experience, including working with special needs children and kids of all ages, from infants to teenagers. A little about me: -Dentist from Brazil who fell in love with the USA! -CPR certified...
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Claire U.


Belvedere Tiburon, CA

$17-20/hr4 yrs exp

Part-time Care Provider

HI! I have always prided myself in being compassionate, kind, accepting and creative. I am a fun-loving woman who loves to help others! While in college over the last 4 years I have used every opportunity to broaden my experiences with children and adults of all backgrounds. I have worked at a residential camp in Maine for the...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I absolutely love working with children! I have been babysitting ever since my freshman year of high school in 2009. I just recently graduated from SFSU majoring in Liberal Studies and Minoring in Special Education. I have experience with special needs children as well, working as a a Behavior Interventionist (BI). I am...
Sarah can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Fairfax, CA

Irene E.

5.0

We love Irene so much she's part of the family, we moved so we had to end the nanny relationship. She is an incredible human being, great with kids, an awesome problem solver and very reliable. We miss her terribly! Any family would be lucky to work with her

- Talia E.

Monica M.

5.0

We are so grateful for Monica's loving, attuned care for our son, who was one year old when she worked with us. Monica worked with us part time for close to six months and was incredibly responsible, reliable and supportive. We only moved on because our schedules stopped aligning. Our son loved...

- Annie E.

Rubi E.

5.0

Rubi has cared for our now 3 year old boy since he was 1 year old. She is a deeply empathetic, nurturing and responsible caregiver who we have been very fortunate to work with! Rubi has been a pillar for our family, showing up reliably without fail, communicating clearly about Russell and always...

- Lauren A.

Julia R.

5.0

Julia is a great babysitter with a great heart. She is very energetic, creative, with a silly personality that always make the kids laugh and have a good time. She is also very responsible, respectful, organized and clean. I definitely recommend Julia and her work, which she does with love.

- Priscila S.

Melissa S.

5.0

Melissa is incredible!! I hired her for a unique situation (a wedding i was in at a remote location, with the wedding party and all kids spending the night at a small house on the property). Melissa braved the weather and road conditions, came prepared not only for my 4mo (who seemed super...

- Nicholas E.

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