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Laurel B.


Martinez, CA

$20/hr

Special Needs Childcare/Respite Services

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I have been a K-3 teacher for 26 years. I frequently taught students on the autism spectrum. Due to health issues, I am currently looking for work outside of the classroom. I am a very kind, thoughtful, and helpful person. Working with children brings me much joy. I love watching their excitement when they learn new skills....
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Brittany F.


Benicia, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring, Engaging Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi! My name is Brittany. I have cared for infants/toddlers for over 10 years (non-consecutively), including multiples and children with special needs. I also supervise elementary/middle schoolers and provide pick-up/drop-off services. I am fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and also CPR and first aid trained. I have my own fully...
Brittany can also help with: Travel, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Jennifer A.


Richmond, CA

$25/hr5 yrs exp

Babysitter For Kids Of Any Age!

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

My name is Jennifer. I'm 23 yo, college student, married. I was born and raised in Guatemala surrounded with children, who helped me develop strong skills of patience, responsibility, and communication. I moved to Richmond, CA when I was 16 yo and I have been working with children for the past 5 years. I take care of my 8yo...
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Ivonne G.


San Pablo, CA

$25-35/hr1 yrs exp

Senior Care And Errands

Hello, my name is Ivonne and I am 39 years old residing in San Pablo CA. I'd describe my personality as responsible, dedicated and respectful. I have an understanding of caring for a person when they can't fully take care of themselves. It brings me satisfaction to provide kindness and helping hand. I'm looking for a job that...
Ivonne can also help with: Dementia, live-in home care, errands, companionship, hospice services, light cleaning & more
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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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Phoebe H.


Richmond, CA

$28/hr8 yrs exp

Imaginative, Energetic And Loving

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi, My name is Phoebe. I am a Bay Area Native and I graduated from UC Berkley in 2022. I am an Artist and I have been working as a UX Designer for the past year. I have a very flexible schedule and would like to help out families and spend time with children! As far as my experience, I have been nannying and babysitting my whole...
Phoebe can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

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Ivonne G.


San Pablo, CA

$24-35/hr10 yrs exp

Helping Hand

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Ivonne and I live in the city of San Pablo. I have a professional Architecture degree from California College of the Arts. I grew up with an older brother with special needs. He was 4 years older than I and I helped take care of him with my mother as I grew older. I have extensive knowledge and can help with...
Ivonne can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
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Grace M.


Berkeley, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

RBT/special Needs Care

I have been caring for mentally disabled, physically, disabled for over seven years now. Currently I'm working with young children on the spectrum of autism as well as having some physical disabilities. I am a registered behavioral therapist and I'm looking to work for a family who is in need of applied behavior analysis, as...
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Luann G.


San Pablo, CA

$30-42/hr10 yrs exp

LVN

Hi! My name is Luann and I've been an LVN for about 9 years. Currently I am back in school for my RN, BSN degree for the next two years! I began my career working with the elderly and then continued my career in pediatrics where I have cared for multiple children with special needs and medical conditions. I would love to help...
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Kristine A.


Martinez, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Early Childhood Professional (0-10)

Hello! I am a Mom of 4 wonderful grown kids. I went back to college while raising them to study early childhood education. I taught and directed at co-op preschool and adult school. Emphasis studies in special needs particularly add, adhd, dyslexia, and sensor processing. I love animals, too. I've had many in the classroom and...
Kristine can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

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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: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

I am the perfect candidate for this job because I grew up with special needs in my family in addition 10 plus years of experience. I am very passionate, caring, loving and patient which I consider a very important characteristic and attribute in this field, in addition working in hospitals, elder care, public schools,...
Hi, I'm Alexis, and I am experienced in the the child care industry. I am currently a Medical Assistant. I am CPR certified, and a lot of first aid training. I have worked with special needs children, and have an uncle with Autism. I have worked as a nanny for 3 years. I also worked at an after school program and summer camp for...
Alexis can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Sarah M M.


El Cerrito, CA

$26-35/hr10 yrs exp

Childcare Professional With Special Needs Experience

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: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Yasoda D.


San Pablo, CA

$25-30/hr5 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I worked with intellectual disable person for 6 months in george miller center. Currently I work for marin county school of education for special children
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Tenicia S.


Vallejo, CA

$20-25/hr3 yrs exp

Hi Parents! I am the oldest out of 5, so I spent most of my years providing care for my younger siblings and cousins. I work at a Pediatric Dental Office so I work with children of all ages! Besides work, I have many years of experience babysitting and working at camps. I love to provide children with the care and education to...
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Natasha K.


Albany, CA

$20-50/hr8 yrs exp

Tutor And Nanny Available

I am a 26-year-old Stanford University graduate who has had 8+ years experience as a part time Nanny and Tutor. For nannying, I have taken care of children 3-18 years old, including special needs children. I am trained in CPR and am very caring, nurturing, protective, and responsible. As for tutoring, I tutor in all subjects...
Natasha can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Bridget B.


Berkeley, CA

$30/hr4 yrs exp

Drop In/Date Night Sitter!

Hired by 22 families in your neighborhood

Hello I'm Bridget and I'm 23. I use to work at daycare where I usually cared for multiple kids at a time. I worked with many different types of kids such as twins/siblings, children with special needs and babies. I am CPR, First Aid, and AED certified. I have recently completed a babysitting class where we specifically learned...
Bridget can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Kyia W.


Vallejo, CA

$45-150/hr5 yrs exp

Here To Help

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello everyone! I'm a fun loving, passionate, gentle and caring college student here to help you all out. I love working with children of all capabilities. I have years of experience working with both typically developing children and children on the spectrum. Before graduating high school I nannied for a beautiful growing...
Kyia can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Early Education

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Judy R.


Rodeo, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Education Specialist Seeking Work With Individuals With Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have worked in the field of special needs for 13 years. I hold a Masters Degree in Special Education and an Education Specialist Credential. I have experience working with students with developmental differences 1:1, as a paraprofessional, and as a lead teacher. I have worked in preschool, elementary, middle, high school, and...

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