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Special needs caregivers in Moraga, CA

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Savannah R.


Walnut Creek, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Compassionate And Fun Babysitter

3.7

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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, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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...

Care member

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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: Grocery shopping, meal prep
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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Josiane P.


Lafayette, CA

$20-30/hr

Caregiver

Hi, my name is Josiane and I am a caring, patient loving person and have recommendations inside and outside the country!
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Jordyn B.


Oakland, CA

$20-30/hr4 yrs exp

I am a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board. In this role I collect data, ensure client care, follow behavior reduction protocols, report to families/caregivers, and maintain client confidentiality.
5.0
"Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported...

Miriam P.

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Arianna Q.


Oakland, CA

$25-30/hr7 yrs exp

ABA Therapist Experience

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder. I worked as a Behavioral Interventionist for a total of 2 years. We used methods of Applied Behavior Analysis to change non preferred behaviors.
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Madelene S.


Walnut Creek, CA

$25/hr7 yrs exp

Nanny

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Maddie, I am a UCSD grad on the path to becoming a child psychologist. I practice gentle and positive discipline techniques and have a passion for instilling confidence and self regulation skills in children. I began babysitting at age 11, and haven't stopped since! Over the years, I have gained experience...
Madelene can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is very reliable and patient with kids .. my 5 yr old loved playing with her"

Anusha J.

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Priscila S.


Walnut Creek, CA

$17-29/hr10 yrs exp

Full-Time Or Part-Time - Reliable And Loving Childcare Provider.

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Dear family, Thank you for checking out my profile! My name is Priscila, I am 29 years old. Currently I work as a full-time nanny and take care of two lovely babies - However, one of the families I work for is moving to NY & I am looking for an other nanny position with another great family! I have more than 10 years'...
Priscila can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Pri worked with our family for nearly 2 years and was absolutely wonderful! She cared for our first son starting when he was 9 months old and then our second son when he was about 8 months. She was reliable, nurturing and fun with our boys, forming a strong...

Eryn P.

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Alesia M.


Oakland, CA

$25-35/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Special Needs Career Nanny Available For Compassionate Care

With 20 years of experience caring for children with special needs, I bring a wealth of knowledge, patience, and understanding to every caregiving situation. Whether your child has developmental delays, physical disabilities, sensory processing disorders, autism spectrum disorder, or other special needs, I am committed to...
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Rae C.


Oakland, CA

$28-35/hr10 yrs exp

Child Care/Nanny/Special Needs Care/Tutoring

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a creative, fun, animal-friendly, active, vaccinated, and degreed educator with over 20 years of teaching experience, and four plus years of professional nanny experience. I have been with my current family since March of 2019, taking care of two girls who were 20 months and 3 years old respectively when I started. I live...
Rae can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"She is a teacher by profession and is very good at teaching things to children - life skills and academics. She is amazing with toddlers especially. Very patient. "

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Sierra L.


Pleasant Hill, CA

$24-25/hr4 yrs exp

I am currently a Respite Caregiver for children with special needs! I have experience working with and caring for children and teens on the Autism spectrum, who have Down Syndrome, ADHD, and more. I've also cared for children who are nonverbal. I work with children who require extra attention and support, and I understand it can...
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Mary O.


Oakland, CA

$17-30/hr8 yrs exp

Loving & Experienced Nanny Available

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

I have been a doula and childcare provider for the last 8 years, I take pride in what I do, and love it wholeheartedly. Most of my experience has been in caring for newborns and infants, but I also have years of experience working with children of all ages from newborns to adolescents. I am a certified First Responder, a step...
Skills:

Special Needs Care

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Mary was a nanny to my twin girls for four months. Our girls absolutely adore her. She is extremely competent and reliable and incredibly loving and fun and just seems to have endless energy to engage our babies in developmental appropriate play and interaction....

Samantha L.

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Annaliese P.


Berkeley, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

You And Your Child's New Favorite Sitter! :)

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

My name is Annaliese and I am 24 years old. I have 11 official years of experience caring for children ranging from newborns to 15-year-olds, although I have been watching my younger brothers and neighbors since I was 11. I am currently working on two AS degrees in Biological Sciences and Health Sciences to transfer to UCSC, but...
Annaliese can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, carpooling
Skills:

First Aid

CNA

Early Education

5.0
"Our son loved Annaliese! She was prompt and immediately engaged him. Highly recommended and would hire her again."

Matthew L.

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Atusa A.


Oakland, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Health Coach With Experience In Special Needs

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a fun and experienced Academic Tutor who has been successfully teaching, tutoring, coaching and mentoring students K-12 since 2003. I teach core subjects like Math, Science, Social Studies and Language Arts as well essential study skills, executive functioning skills and work habits that are prerequisites for success in...
5.0
"Atusa is amazing. She has been working with my 5th grader for the past 6 months. He struggles with executive function & organizational skills as well as ADHD and she helps him with his homework while teaching him strategies to manage his work and keep himself...

Kristen M.

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Kristine L.


Berkeley, CA

$30-40/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I worked for 14 years at the Disabled Students Program at UC Berkeley doing electric and manual wheelchair repair as well as fabricating adaptive aids. Something I discovered about myself: I'm handy and creative but more than anything, I love working with people. I have also worked with mentally disabled adults on Cape Cod and...
5.0
"Kristine worked under my supervision in a group residence, providing supportive care to adults with intellectual disabilities. She is honest, dependable, and trustworthy, qualities which are vital to me as a protector of potentially vulnerable people. Beyond...

Gail B.

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Rae C.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Provider

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a former special education teacher. I have a BA in Elementary Education/Special Education. I am a creative, fun, animal friendly, youthful, former teacher, It is my joy to help your family thrive in a positive atmosphere. My hobbies and loves are creating art, healthy cooking, exploring nature, festivals, and of course...
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Natalie M.


Walnut Creek, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Nurturing Full Time Nanny Available!

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am 31 years old, searching for a full time nanny position. I love caring for children of all ages, and am very pet friendly. I have 10+ years of childcare experience, and I come with excellent references upon request. I am a career nanny, and take this profession very seriously. I am very comfortable with multiple...
Natalie can also help with: Light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"Natalie is very dependable and a very sweet and kind person. She is very dedicated to the families and children she takes care of. She goes above and beyond in all aspects. She is very trustworthy."

Lauren V.

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Elena R.


Oakland, CA

$35/hr3 yrs exp

Special Needs Tutor

Compassionate, analytical, and enthusiastic, my approach to life is guided by empathy and understanding. Currently enrolled in a graduate program for Masters in moderate to severe disabilities, I am dedicated to furthering my knowledge and skills in special education. Next school year, I will transition into the role of a...
Elena can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Moraga, CA

Savannah R.

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 development and really understands the...

- Care member

Danikalynn A.

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.

Alma J.

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.

Jordyn B.

5.0

Jordyn is exceptional. I can't state enough how high on an impact she's had on our son and family. She came in to a very difficult and unhappy child. Patiently and diligently she showed up daily to ensure he was supported in the school setting. She also supported him outside of school. Somehow she...

- Miriam P.

Madelene S.

5.0

Madelene was great with our kids and went above and beyond to help them have a great time and make responsible choices. Left the place clean and organized and the kids are asking for her to come back. :-)

- Kurt D.

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