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Special needs caregivers in Moraga, CA

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Elena L.


Moraga, CA

$25-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Care Provider

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I am a professional nanny and special needs care provider with experience caring for cancer patients, children with autism and developmental disabilities. To every job I take I bring a desire to make each day of the person I am caring for as special as possible. Over the years I've learned to find a way to connect with different...
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Emily L.


Moraga, CA

$15-25/hr2 yrs exp

My name is Emily L. I am a sophomore at Saint Mary's College of California. I have worked 5 summers and three F/W/S at camp ANCHOR. (Assisting the needs of citizens with handicaps through organized recreation) This is a camp for special needs people ages ranging from 5-65. I love my work and would love to continue it along with...
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Emily L.


Moraga, CA

$16-21/hr4 yrs exp

Caregiver

My name is Emily and I am a sophomore clinical psychology student at Saint Marys College in Moraga. I am from Long Island, New York but decided to come out to the west coast to peruse my education! Back home I have a lot of experience with children. I volunteered and then got a paid position at a camp called Camp ANCHOR. This...
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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Creative And Highly Specialized Child Caretaker

5.0

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

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Rose was our first nanny so we were a little stressed but it couldn't have gone better! Our son went from only being in the company of his parents to happily spending hours with Rose. Rose also has a great grasp on theory of mind models in childcare and discipline...

Prasenjit M.

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Bonnie B.


Alameda, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have personal and professional experience with children who have special needs. My son has special needs and I assist families navigate the IEP process currently. I also have a masters degree in psychology and have worked my entire career with special needs people of all ages. I have worked in all settings from inpatient,...
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Aneti L.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been doing special care need care for 10years and up. Have been working with different patients.
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Tetiana V.


Alameda, CA

$21-25/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced, Professional, With Medical Education, Full And Part-time .

Hired by 9 families in your neighborhood

Comprehensive development of a child from infancy to preschool. Experienced with babysitting 2-3 kids simultaneously, as well as children with special needs (autists, deaf, children with cerebral palsy). Available starting Feb-15-2024 as shared nanny; looking to add a playmate for an adorable & friendly 18months old boy.
Tetiana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

CNA

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tanya has been a great nanny for our 1 and 1/2 year old. She stepped in quickly after another nanny had to leave us. She is extremely professional and knowledgeable. She clearly has a lot of knowledge and experience with kids beyond just as a nanny. She gave us...

Jeff B.

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Kelly W.


Alameda, CA

$35-37/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Nanny Of All Abilities Looking For Part-time Work.

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have had over 15 years experience working with kids of all abilities and all ages. I've worked both in homes and in schools and love what I do.
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Rose L.


Oakland, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Highly Experienced And Creative Special Needs Nannying

Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood

I am a highly skilled special needs child caretaker, Paraprofessional and Doula. For over 10 years I have had the pleasure of working with a range of ages and abilities in special needs capacity. I am passionate about supporting people to thrive. I have extensive experience across the life cycle serving toddlers; school aged...
5.0
"Rose is a really wonderful caretaker and our toddler is so fond of her. She’s an excellent communicator and great to work with. Would highly recommend!"

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Lakeisha S.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Mommy-experience With Special Needs Autism And Down Syndrome.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello my name is Lakeisha S. and I have a degree in Kinesiology from Fresno state (Alumni 2006). My intentions were to pursue a career in the sports field (considering I was a track athlete from childhood-18 yrs.) but when I graduated, there was a change of heart. I have most of my experiences as a mother first, to my beautiful...
4.0
"Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our...

Donald W.

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Monicalaire P.


Oakland, CA

$25/hr9 yrs exp

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I have 9 years of professional experience working with kids ranging from newborn- teenagers along with senior care. Over the past 9 years, I have worked for over 40 families. Special needs background and experienced night doula. Certified nurse assistant . HOME AIDE Registered. COVID vaccinated. Cosmetologist, cook,...
Monicalaire can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Great sitter, definitely knows how to care for a wide age range. Highly recommend."

Linda O.

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Mario P.


San Ramon, CA

$23-30/hr1 yrs exp

Hello! I am a friendly and motivated 25-year-old bay area native. I work for Contra Costa ARC and assist those with special needs. I am reliable and always willing to jump right in and help when needed. I am a musician, animal lover, video game enthusiast and really value spending time with good friends & family. Lets face it,...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My boys enjoyed hanging out with Mario at home and the skate parks. He is kind and considerate. A good role model for teenage boys. "

Mary R.

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Chantal B.


Oakland, CA

$40-50/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Chantal, and I am currently seeking opportunities in home and childcare driven purely by my passion for this field at this stage of my life. With a robust background in infant care and child development, I bring a lot of love along with my experience and dedication to any family I work with. Growing up, I...
Chantal can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

5.0
"Chantal took care of our 6 month old baby girl for about 7 weeks (that was all I needed her for), and really made life a lot more easy and fun for all of us. She has positive energy and bonded well with our daughter and our dog. She is a masterful chef - a health...

Callie M.

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Samantha K.


Walnut Creek, CA

$25-27/hr10 yrs exp

Right Mom For The Job

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Vaccinated! Currently seeking night nanny position. I have been a nanny to three families ranging in ages from infant- 12 years old. I have my associates in Psychology and have taken early childhood development courses. I was teacher for infants to toddlers, 6 years before I had children. I am one of 10 children myself and...
Samantha can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

4.0
"Samantha was a great help working part time for our family, caring fir our 11 year old son and helping out with our dogs and was flexible about helping with groceries and cooking which was awesome and we really appreciated."

Nancy G.

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Carmen M.


Oakland, CA

$40-45/hr8 yrs exp

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hi! my name is Carmen, and I am 27 years old. I began my childcare working with kids in special needs education at Castro Valley High School my sophomore year until I graduated in 2014. During that time I was also a part time nanny for various families in the evenings. After high-school I immediately began working as a...
Carmen can also help with: Travel, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Carmen is a premiere childcare provider! Very familiar with terminologies relating to care styles, such as BLE and attachment parenting. conversation was very comfortable and had a natural flow. Experience is impressive and I recommend her to anyone looking for...

Joe M.

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Savannah R.


Walnut Creek, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Fun Babysitter

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

5 years of professional experience working with children from infant to middle school age. Oldest of 5 children. Fun-loving, patient, and reliable. Currently working during the school day as a paraprofessional in an SDC class. Experience with special needs children, g-tube feedings, and administering medication. Looking for...
Savannah can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Savannah is fantastic!! She has been working for us for about a year now and our toddler absolutely adores her. She is incredibly loving, patient, kind, and responsible. Her communication and professionalism are top notch. She is well-versed in infant and child...

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Jocelyn C.


Oakland, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs

Parents, if you are looking for a teacher/childcare provider to provide quality care & education for your kids, you landed in the right place. I am here to partner with you to raise your children! I have associate degrees in child development & childhood education, and certifications in infant & toddler specialist, and...
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Sari H.


Lafayette, CA

$17-25/hr6 yrs exp

Reliable And Caring

Hello I have a deep passion to care for your loved one with special needs, I am honest, reliable trustworthy and patient.
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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:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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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Alma J.


Danville, CA

$15-20/hr7 yrs exp

I Have Experience in California In Care for Babies and Kids and Adult

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Alma. I have 7 years of experience in care, babies and kids. I have one girl 6 years, I love babies and kids, I have good references. I have experience in adult 65+ .
5.0
"Alma worked with us caring for our three children. She was caring and sensitive as well as willing to learn about our autistic sons needs. We have twin boys and a daughter and she was TERRIFIC! The kids love her."

Bridgette B.

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Moraga, 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

Tetiana V.

5.0

We would definitely recommend Tanya as a caregiver. She watched our daughter and loved her like her own child. She always made sure that she was taken care of whether it was feeding her delicious homemade food, reading and singing songs, or taking her to the park and exploring. We appreciated her...

- Care member

Rose L.

5.0

I am grateful to have found Rose. She takes very good care of my child and also cares for us all as a family. For example, as first time parents we were very nervous about allowing someone to take care of our child and she was very sensitive to that. My wife continues to nurse and Rose has had no...

- Care member

Lakeisha S.

4.0

Keisha was definitely an awesome provider with strong passion and patience as a special needs provider. She made a great connection with my son engaged him and quickly form trusted and supporting bond. She is trustworthy and she became part of the fabric of our home life and outside activities for...

- Donald W.

Monicalaire P.

5.0

My kids loved her! Almost thought I was being replaced haha but she is very playful but responsible around my children

- Care member

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