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Beatriz C.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$18-20/hr2 yrs exp

Special Needs Caregiver Available

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I helped a man with his exercises and getting out of bed. He was in a wheel chair. I enjoy helping people, especially kids and the elderly. I have a passion on helping people, I wanted to care for people since I was a little girl.
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Andrea F.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing and Friendly Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have considerable experience working with special needs children including those with Asperger's, ADD, ADHD Bipolar and Kabuki Syndrome and signed NDA'S. Employing special exercises and a specialized diet, social behaviors and skills dramatically improved with those children. The children began enjoying life more...
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Elizabeth A.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$25-40/hr

Part-time Caregiver

I've worked along children as a nanny, caregiver and ABA therapist for 8 years. I've worked with children on the spectrum and severe neurological disabilities. I am in pursuit of a degree in pediatric occupational therapy.
I have been in ABA therapy as a behaviorl technician for over 3 years now. I love seeing them learn and grow through things that were once challenging.
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Kathryn W.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$45-50/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Caretaker

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Kathryn and I love working with children! I have over 14 years of experience as a nanny and household manager including 6 years of special needs experience and a Master's Degree.
Kathryn can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Trustline Certified

Early Education

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Alice S.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$10-15/hr3 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Alice From Italy!

Hi! I'm Alice from Italy, I'm 30 years old and I live in Half Moon Bay now. I've been in the United States as an au pair for 2 years, the first year I lived with a family in Connecticut and the second year in Los Angeles! I have a really great relationship with them still. I have a lot of experience taking care of kids from 12...
Alice can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning
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Yarely A.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Childcare Professional

Hello, my name is Yarely, I am 24 years old and have been in child care for 8+ years. Currently, I am a paraprofessional in special needs education. No matter what age or stage a child is at, I have experience and know how to handle any situation. I am patient and energetic and enjoy spending my free time hiking, cooking new...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Nicole :) I recently graduated from University of Oregon, where I studied elementary education. I have dreamed of being a teacher for as long as I can remember and I've been working with children since early high school. I tutored at a K-5 reading program, was a volunteer at a soccer program for kids with special needs,...
Nicole can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning
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Alicia M.


Half Moon Bay, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

A Joyful Babysitter And Hard Working.

Hi Nice to meet you future family that help. My name is Alicia but my friends and family call me Allie. I work at the San Carlos school district Tues Wed and Thursday. I help kids special needs. I am looking to help family part time on Monday and Friday. 16 hours week would be great. I have helped with kids at Schools and...
Alicia can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

Hi! I'm Samara, fully vaccinated, CPR and First-Aid Certified nanny. I already have a full time job, but I'm open to work on date nights and on the weekends. I am available after 5 p.m. on week days and on the weekends. I have more than 10 years of experience working with kids of all ages, and I also have 18 months experience...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Natahlya S.


San Mateo, CA

$25-50/hr7 yrs exp

5.0

(2)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! My name is Nat and I'd love to tell you a little bit about myself. I'm a caregiver and behavioral technician who's passionate about helping kids grow and develop. With over 7 years of experience caring for children of all ages, I have the skills and knowledge to provide a safe and nurturing environment where your child...
5.0
"Great sitter!! Creates a nurturing and caring atmosphere for the children. Always prompt and great at communicating"

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Leticia M.


San Mateo, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

Full-time care giver.

I believe anything is possible, it's those things in life that gives you meaning, not the good, but mostly the bad that turning into good, that is what keeps me going and what gives me joy. To be meaningful and help for those who need it the most. I had no idea what autism was the day when I started to work with the boy that had...
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Laura S.


Belmont, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experienced childcare provider and spent the last year earning my Montessori teaching credential (I have a B. A. in early childhood education) while working in a local preschool. I am available starting immediately until the end of September, before my next commitment begins. I am also open to one-time opportunities...
Laura can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Ximena is without a doubt the best person to care for your child. She worked with us from the time my son was 4months-15 months and we would have kept her forever if it was possible. Every morning she showed up (usually 10 min early) not only was my son happy to...

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Taylor C.


Burlingame, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

Flexible And Dedicated Caretaker

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a recent college graduate looking for full-time and part-time work. I love working with children and have many years of experience doing it. I have experience with all ages and special needs children. I have a sibling on the autism spectrum so I know the ins and outs of that field. I look forward to working with you!
Taylor can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her senior year of college! She got up to speed on our preferences for our son's care very quickly and formed a really sweet bond...

Amy L.

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Mayara M.


San Mateo, CA

$25/hr6 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I'm Mayara I am currently a nanny with +6 years of experience with newborns, infants, toddlers and older kids too. I have also worked in a daycare before being a full time nanny. - Bilingual nanny: English and Portuguese - Psychology degree - Special needs experience - CPR and First aid certified - NY driver's license...
Mayara can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly developed a loving relationship with our children. Mayara brought great value to our household. Not only did she...

Lauren C.

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Debbiann F.


San Carlos, CA

$25/hr8 yrs exp

Full Time Caregiver Available

I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
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Heather B.


San Mateo, CA

$25-40/hr10 yrs exp

4.0

(1)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! I currently work for the school district in San Mateo with kids who have special needs. I'm looking for some additional hours especially during the summer time.
Heather can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

4.0
"We hired Heather as our mother's helper in the evening, three times a week. She is very dependable, clean, does a good job following directions, and enjoys playing with my kids. She was going through a transition time in her life when she was figuring out what she...

Melissa H.

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Jessica M.


San Mateo, CA

$50/hr8 yrs exp

School Psychologist

Hi! I have been working with special needs children for 8 years. I am a currently a school psychologist who loves crafting activities. I also serve at my church's nursery.
Jessica can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, grocery shopping
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Aracelly B.


Redwood City, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

Hello my name is Aracelly. I have experienced as caregiver many year because I have my father who lives with me, and he needs help because he has dialysis 3 times a week. I like to work with people who need help. Right now I am currently student at Cañada college, I am taking classes special need education.
Aracelly can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
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Melissa M.


Redwood City, CA

$19-20/hr10 yrs exp

Safe Engaged Care

Safety is my number one priority through being extremely engaged, present and available with your children. I have over 15 years of experience in child care including experience with special needs children and teens. I assess your needs, priorities and directives and make them mine. I am responsible, dependable, mature, fun,...
Melissa can also help with: Craft assistance

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Half Moon Bay, CA

Natahlya S.

5.0

Great sitter!! Creates a nurturing and caring atmosphere for the children. Always prompt and great at communicating

- Care member

Laura S.

5.0

Ximena is without a doubt the best person to care for your child. She worked with us from the time my son was 4months-15 months and we would have kept her forever if it was possible. Every morning she showed up (usually 10 min early) not only was my son happy to see her but so were my husband & I...

- Care member

Taylor C.

5.0

Taylor has taken care of our two-year-old son 35 hours per week for the past 9 weeks, and I am so sad we are losing her as nanny for her senior year of college! She got up to speed on our preferences for our son's care very quickly and formed a really sweet bond with him. She is never late and very...

- Amy L.

Mayara M.

5.0

Mayara cared for our twins everyday from the time they were 3 months - 3 years old. She is incredibly responsible, communicative, proactive, and quickly developed a loving relationship with our children. Mayara brought great value to our household. Not only did she help maintain a daily routine, but...

- Lauren C.

Heather B.

4.0

We hired Heather as our mother's helper in the evening, three times a week. She is very dependable, clean, does a good job following directions, and enjoys playing with my kids. She was going through a transition time in her life when she was figuring out what she wanted to do which is the only...

- Melissa H.

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