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Hersilia P.


Herald, CA

$22/hr ā€¢ 5 yrs exp

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I'm currently a student at Sacramento State. My major is Child Development and I am hoping to become a Child Life Specialist. I started working with kids my senior year of high school and have enjoyed it ever since. I have experience working with children of all ages and with children with special needs (such autism and cerebral...
Hersilia can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

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Briannah P.


Galt, CA

$25/hr ā€¢ 8 yrs exp

Hello Please Feel Free To Contact Me For Any Information

5.0

(1)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello parents! My name is Briannah but I go by Bri since it's easier for the kids to say. I have many years of experience with children and even worked at a private Montessori school as well as a daycare! I have also worked with kids of all ages including special needs and sick children. I'm currently a nanny for a 3-year-old...
Briannah can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Briannah is an amazing babysitter! She always goes above and beyond when looking after my 2 boys. Sheā€™s truly a gentle and sweet person with my kids. My kids never have a full moment with her, she always has fun and amazing activities to keep them busy ! "

Care member

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Katrina H.


Galt, CA

$17-20/hr ā€¢ 3 yrs exp

I have very little experience with the special needs itself. I could be available with the extra things that someone may not have time for, including errands, laundry, etc.
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Kaelen A.


Galt, CA

$22-41/hr ā€¢ 8 yrs exp

Trustworthy And Reliable

Hello I'm Kaelen! Nice to meet you and your precious babies. I have been taking care of children anywhere from 6 months all the way up to junior high age since I was 16. I've been everywhere from church child care to where I currently am at a Montessori school. I have taught piano and swim lessons as well as have experience...
Kaelen can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

Early Education

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Diana M.


Galt, CA

$19-25/hr ā€¢ 1 yrs exp

Caregiver Experience

Hello, my name is Diana. My experience with children has been caring after nephews, siblings, neighbors kids, and my 1-year-old daughter. I have experience in caring for my autistic nephew and also my brother in law who is special needs. I am willing to cook and clean around you home if needed. I can help with homework or any...
Diana can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Brie A.


Wilton, CA

$17-19/hr

Behavior Technician

I am currently a behavior technician with about 5 years experience of being a preschool teacher previously. I work with children on the autism spectrum and I absolutely love what I do. I love helping them grow and just being able to love and care for them every day.
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Theanne B.


Wilton, CA

$17/hr ā€¢ 6 yrs exp

Hi I'm Theanne! I'm 26& have the sweetest 1. 5 y/o baby boy Z& recently took in my 13 y/o cousin I'm looking for a part time position to keep myself busy, to help out a family& well, teenagers are expensive! Baby Z would be coming with me. He's a sweet boy who loves other kids of all ages. He's been around babies younger than...
Theanne can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Cole M.


Galt, CA

$20-50/hr ā€¢ 3 yrs exp

Over the past three school years, I have worked as a health aide in local schools, supporting students with special needs. I have experience assisting with personal care (feeding, restroom, and physical therapy) and helping students navigate learning with encouragement, redirection, and prioritizing their input. I am quite...
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Cole M.


Galt, CA

$20-25/hr ā€¢ 3 yrs exp

About Me

Over the past three school years, I have worked as a health aide in local schools, supporting students with special needs. I have experience assisting with personal care (feeding, restroom, and physical therapy) and helping students navigate learning with encouragement, redirection, and prioritizing their input. I am quite...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Dulce L.


Sacramento, CA

$25/hr ā€¢ 6 yrs exp

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Dulce, but I go by Abi. I have worked with children ever since I graduated high school. I started off at a preschool working with special needs children, and ever since then fell in love with it and ended up as a paraprofessional working with special needs kiddos aged 5-12. After moving to Sacramento I worked as a...
Dulce can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, grocery shopping, carpooling & more
5.0
"Abi was awesome! We felt very comfortable with her after just a few minutes and the boys connected with her very well. My 5 year old keeps asking when she'll be back! She was also very accommodating, we texted her to see if we could stay out an extra hour (we dont...

Steven R.

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Marissa N.


Elk Grove, CA

$25-27/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

CPR/AED/First Aid Trained Nanny

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a CPR/AED/First Aid certified boy mom to a sweet 3-year-old on the autism spectrum. Professionally, I have been in the field of behavioral health for about 5 years, so I am very familiar with ASD, ABA, and other developmental disabilities for kids and adults with a big age range of 2 to 65 years old. From all age ranges to...
Marissa can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Marissa is professional, ethical and efficient. Marissa is also loving, patient and energetic."

Priscilla M.

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Holly S.


Rancho Cordova, CA

$18-20/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I'm a healthcare professional of 18 years. I have strong exsperience and background within a rehabilitation hospital as a CNA working with many different ailments and disabilities from adolescents to the elder population. For the past 8 years I've been working mainly in in home care. My exsperience is very wide ranged in care....
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Kolosia T.


Rancho Cordova, CA

$25/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

NA

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Kolosia I am pacific-islander and 47 years of age, thank you for visiting my page, here I provide 10+ years of experience in taking care of hospice, Special needs, and elderly patients who need absolute dedication for there health and time. I am a family-oriented woman with 3 kids, my oldest son is 23 in the...
Kolosia can also help with: Light cleaning, errands, dementia, hospice services, live-in home care, companionship & more
Skills:

CNA

Medical Equipment Experience

CPR

5.0
"Kolosia has been a true blessing in our lives. She takes care of my parents with the same compassion, kindness and understanding that I show them. She is soft spoken, never pushy, and it is apparent that this work is a calling for her. She goes above and beyond in...

Vinod A.

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Cierra L.


Lodi, CA

$17-25/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Experienced In Child Care And Pet Care

I have worked with severally handicapped preschoolers for 19 years. I have 4 of my own children. I have also pet sat for several years.
5.0
"Cierra is a kind caring wonderful person who was a amazing blessing for my family"

Charles R.

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Marissa N.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-28/hr ā€¢ 5 yrs exp

Part Time RBT/ Babysitter

I have been around and worked with kids my whole life many of special needs. I now work as an RBT (1:1 behavior therapist/technician) with kids diagnosed with ASD. I would love to put my expertise with kids of special needs to use and help babysit when need be!:)
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Karolina E.


Sacramento, CA

$20-30/hr ā€¢ 4 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Karolina and I am a mom of 3 (3. 5yo, 2. 5yo and 1yo) who is looking for babysitting jobs. My 3yo and 2. 5yo are Autistic so I am comfortable taking care of kids with special needs. Before having kids I was an au pair for a year and took care of twins for 2 years (up to 2020). I'm only available Saturdays,...
Karolina can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Karolina is very kind and warm person, always on time. She was taking care of my 5 years old son and a newborn baby for over a 6 months."

Maja T.

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Rhiannon L.


Elk Grove, CA

$17-20/hr ā€¢ 8 yrs exp

Experienced With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. I also have experience working with nutritional difficulties, special diets, and menu planning. I don't have a problem working with kids that need toileting assistance and personal care.
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Jan J.


Elk Grove, CA

$20-25/hr ā€¢ 10 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a mother of 5 boys, 3 that are grown and in college, which includes twins that were born premature. I love children and have worked with them since I was a teenager. I have worked with newborns-teenagers, including children with special needs, or difficult circumstances. I have worked in preschools as a lead teacher, day...
Jan can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Jan is a wonderful caretaker. She is compassionate, warm-hearted, and devoted to ensuring the little ones are well taken care of and kept busy. I'm delighted to have met her and look forward to hiring her again in the future."

Emily Z.

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Mallory T.


Elk Grove, CA

$17-20/hr ā€¢ 2 yrs exp

Part-time Babysitter

I have always loved children and working with them. My mom used to work with children with special needs and I would sometimes go in and help. I have worked the past two summers as a camp counselor working with children from 3 years old to 13 years old.
Mallory can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling
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Krystal W.


Elk Grove, CA

$25/hr ā€¢ 1 yrs exp

Not The Highest Level Of Experience But Willing To Learn Fast And Be Patient

Good day, Krystal here. I don't have the most experience in this field but I'm willing to gain my experience here if you'd let me. I do have some knowledge of what to expect when dealing with special needs as I have been around my mother who was a special education teacher. My compassion and willingness allows me to be able to...

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Herald, CA

Briannah P.

5.0

Briannah is an amazing babysitter! She always goes above and beyond when looking after my 2 boys. Sheā€™s truly a gentle and sweet person with my kids. My kids never have a full moment with her, she always has fun and amazing activities to keep them busy !

- Care member

Dulce L.

5.0

Abi has been so good with my daughter! She is so kind, attentive, and sweet. I highly recommend her. šŸ˜‰

- Donna G.

Marissa N.

5.0

Marissa is a fantastic spirit. She has been helping my wife and I on and off for years with our children. At this point its like she's a member of the family. We have a 6 and 14 year old (today). When she met our girls they instantly took to her and have loved her ever since. She is smart, reliable,...

- Christopher M.

Kolosia T.

5.0

Kolosia has been a true blessing in our lives. She takes care of my parents with the same compassion, kindness and understanding that I show them. She is soft spoken, never pushy, and it is apparent that this work is a calling for her. She goes above and beyond in being helpful, and I feel fortunate...

- Vinod A.

Cierra L.

5.0

Cierra is a kind caring wonderful person who was a amazing blessing for my family

- Charles R.

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