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Amy R.
Nicolaus, CA
$25-35/hr
Over 20 years experience working with children and adults with special needs. I worked as a para professional in a special education class for a school district for many years. I have also worked in childcare with children requiring special needs. I have run my own at home large preschool program. All children need special...
Amy R.
Nicolaus, CA
$25-46/hr • 10 yrs exp
I Have 20+ Years Of Experience Working With Children. CPR/First Aid Certified
I have 20+ years experience working with children from infancy to teenagers. First Aid/CPR certified. Experienced with special needs as well.
Amy can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Early Education
5.0
(2)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I am friendly and outgoing, and I love to cook. I am a non-smoker and have my transportation. I also have an 11-year-old son and a 3-year-old daughter, and I just had a son in January.
I have watched kids of all ages and am comfortable watching more than one at a time. I enjoy watching kids and watching them grow and learn. I...
Crystal can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Crystal work with my 2 children for a year before we moved away. Crystal always showed compassion for her work. It felt good to leave for work knowing that my kids were happy. They were always excited when Crystal showed up at the house. Crystal has a wonderful...
Nicole J.
Elvia M.
Antelope, CA
$18-25/hr • 6 yrs exp
Occasional Sitter Weekends And Special Events (Know Little ASL)
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hey, I feel I'm the perfect fit for this job. I have experience with young children. I have been a nanny to twins from the age of 6 months to 2-year-olds. I have experience with special need children and young adults. My availability is after 4 p.m. Monday-Friday and weekend. I have CPR, first aid, experience with diabetes,...
Elvia can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
Katrina W.
Antelope, CA
$22/hr • 8 yrs exp
4.6
(11)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
Hello, My name is Katrina. Im currently an Infant/Toddler Nanny for care. com. I've been with care. com for over 4yrs now and have been hired by numerous families. I was even hired by the Children's Center I recently worked at in 2019 through care. com. I have 6 children all teenagers/grown and I have over 18 yrs of personal...
Katrina can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
5.0
"I hired Katrina as a teacher for my infant program at a daycare! We loved that she was a Christian and supported our philosophy for the children. She helped us cover while my lead teacher was out. Definitely would love to hire her full time."
Trivia H.
5.0
(2)
Looking for a part-time job!
I have always loved working with children and enjoyed several years of child care experience! Growing up with 3 younger brothers I got a knack for how to take care of kids and have fun. Over the past 8 years I have worked with several families of typically 1-3 children, ages 1-12. My most recent job...
Haylie Y.
Rocklin, CA
$25/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
My name is Haylie, I am certified in early childhood education through Yuba College and have my early childhood teaching permit. I taught at the Yuba College Child Development Center for 2. 5 years in the toddler center with children ages 18-36 months. And am working as a 2nd grade special needs instructional aid and work the...
Haylie can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Haylie is a wonderful person and she was a great addition to our pod! She cared for two 3 year olds and one baby (10 months old when she started). She was with our family for two months over the summer and responsible for daily activities for our two three year...
Leah A.
Tanya U.
Citrus Heights, CA
$17/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello, my name is Tanya. I am the oldest out of 8 in my family. I now have babysitting experience of more than 11 years. I have worked with kids of all ages, along with being a Sunday school teacher, tutoring elementary school students and raising younger siblings while both parents had to work. I have worked with kids at Sutter...
Tanya can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Tanya has been with us for a while now for occasional date nights. And my kids absolutely love her. She's reliable, and knows how to keep the kids entertained! I definitely recommend her!"
Erica M.
Kristina G.
Lincoln, CA
$20/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hi! My name is Kristina and my family calls me Nina. I'm currently going to school to become a therapist at Sac State. I'm looking for flexible part time work so I can focus on school. I have 10 years of experience. I was an au pair in Spain for a family with 3 kids. I have taken care of children with special needs on a regular...
Kristina can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Kristina is an absolute delight! She has a way of connecting with kids, tweens, and teens! Her joy and playful nature is comforting and our boys absolutely adore her! She is respectful, fun, caring and firm! Great personality, reliable, and trustworthy! You can't...
Sophia S.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm working a lot now (child care, special needs care, and transportation) but have occasional availability when the family travels or things otherwise change, and I'm available for date nights.
I have years of experience as sitter & nanny. My philosophy is kindness and firmness, explanations over anger, and supporting a...
Susan can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, live-in home care, hospice services, meal prep & more
5.0
"Susan is an amazing nanny and we miss her! She is extremely reliable, honest and loves children. Susan has many years of experience and is very safety-focused which is important. She has experience and is great with infants as well as older children. I would highly...
Elizabeth K.
5.0
(3)
Hello! I have always had a passion for caring for others. I was the eldest of 5, and due to special circumstances, I helped raise my 4 younger siblings. I have personal and professional experience caring for people ranging from infants to seniors. My personal experience includes caring for my own children and babysitting friends...
5.0
"If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Tammy has been an amazing help to my parents. My dad has dementia and broke his hip in October. When he got sent home from the rehabilitation center we didn't know what to do? My mom was his caregiver up until then and we...
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
I have 30 plus years of experience working w/ children. I first worked as a K instructional assistant, then at Kids on Campus and finally Children World. I can help with Light Housekeeping, meals, homework, arts and Crafts and more. Special needs A ok with me. I'm very experience with autism spectrum as 2 of my own children on...
Elizabeth can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"We hired Elizabeth for a few hours on a Saturday evening. She was on time and I had a great first impression of her. She was friendly and my kids seemed comfortable with her right away. Most importantly they seemed happy when I came home which I always take to be a...
Care member
Shannan E.
Sacramento, CA
$20-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
3.8
(4)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Greetings,
Amazingly for the past 10 years, I've had the wonderful opportunity to work with such amazing patients/clients! I truly enjoy working and helping others in need! I am a Licensed Vocational Nurse who specializes in Hospice Palliative Care, as well as long term Respite Care! I am extremely compassionate, caring, and...
5.0
"Shannan has provided reliable care for us. She has always maintained good communication, which is essential for our situation. As our schedule has shifted around, she has been open to work with us on new times and days. We are glad to have Shannan as part or our...
Avery K.
5.0
(1)
I don't have much experience but there are time when children with ADHD or Down syndrome come into my work and I take care of them and just play with them and been there four years. I don't have any experience with adults but I'm willing to do my best for that one person who hires me to give me a chance.
5.0
(1)
Hi my name is Heather, I have experience caring for children of all ages. I have experience with special needs in school and in the hospital unit as well. I have experience in after school programs as Assistant Director. I am a Mother of two beautiful girls and an Aunt to many nephews and nieces. I had the opportunity of working...
Heather can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning & more
Skills:
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is kind and caring. A very hard worker and dependable. Loves to help others and very trustworthy."
Afton C.
Nadya L.
Roseville, CA
$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
4.8
(31)
Hired by 18 families in your neighborhood
Hi! Thank you for considering me as your child(s) caregiver. I am a kind and genuine person always wearing my heart on my sleeve. I enjoy crafting, shopping, and being with those I love. I am very creative/artistic and make little girl hair bows and clips!
I have well over 15 years of professional childcare experience;...
Nadya can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, travel, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
Special Needs Care
Early Education
5.0
"We have had several Nannies but Nadya was the one that treated our daughter like family rather than just a job. Years later, our daughter still has fond memories of "Na yia" and their time together. As an employee she is punctual, dependable and flexible. As a...
Macey Z.
5.0
(3)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have over 10years experience with elder and children care. I am very patient and careing. I have first aid, CPR, CNA. Clean health. Lots of references
Ishmeet K.
Sacramento, CA
$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hello! I'm Ishmeet, a dedicated nanny and caregiver with over seven years of experience caring for children and elderly individuals. I hold Early Childhood Education (ECE) credits, which have equipped me with skills to create nurturing and educational environments. I've worked with a diverse range of children, including those...
Ishmeet can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, hospice services, companionship, personal care, mobility assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"
Ishmeet K. has been an extraordinary caregiver for my grandmother, who has dementia and Alzheimer’s. She handles meal prep, medicine management, bathing, dressing, and housekeeping with great patience and compassion. Ishmeet tailors her approach to my...
Care member
4.8
(10)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I'm a mom of four (3 are grown). My 10+ years of exp. comes from teaching my children to be self sufficient as they were growing up, to present, helping people & pets in many ways.
MY SERVICES:
* Housekeeper (variety of tasks)
* Organizer (general & detailed)
* Pet care (general, Groomer Asst, pet sitting)
* Cook (light &...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"I hired Debbie last minute to help me unpack and organize after moving into a new home. Debbie was great. She worked quickly and efficiently and was able to work independently when there were more projects then I could handle. Thanks Debbie!"
Shannon F.
5.0
(1)
Hi mommies/daddies and families. I have 8+ years of experience working with kids from all ages (including newborns - Infant Qualified)
My experience isn't limited and can help with the following:
* The Waldorf and Montessori method.
* I can help with household duties that's related to the kids and pets.
* light maintenance...
Mariska can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Mariska is amazing! She loves kids, knows a lot about babies, and is very responsible. I can’t say enough good things about her. "
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Nicolaus, CA
Crystal H.
5.0
Crystal work with my 2 children for a year before we moved away. Crystal always showed compassion for her work. It felt good to leave for work knowing that my kids were happy. They were always excited when Crystal showed up at the house. Crystal has a wonderful personality. After interviewing...
- Nicole J.
Katrina W.
5.0
Ms. Trina N. was an absolute blessing for our family. She treated our son with so much care and kindness, and it was clear how much she genuinely loved spending time with him. We could always hear them singing, dancing, and laughing together, which brought so much joy to our home.
Our son always...
- Care member
Haylie Y.
5.0
Haylie is a wonderful person and she was a great addition to our pod! She cared for two 3 year olds and one baby (10 months old when she started). She was with our family for two months over the summer and responsible for daily activities for our two three year olds, lunch, nap time and often took...
- Leah A.
Tanya U.
5.0
Tanya is a fantastic nanny for both my girls for almost 10 months. She is responsible, caring, honest, communicative and on-time throughout her employment with me. She is also open minded in receiving feedback and guidance on how I would like my baby to be cared for, yet still offering her advice...
- Dannny P.
Kristina G.
5.0
Kristina is wonderful. She’s smart and conscientious and kind and my kids felt so comfortable!!
- Care member
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