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Vanessa D.


Patterson, CA

$25-40/hr4 yrs exp

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Hi there! I'm Vanessa, I have 5+ years of experience caring for children on a professional level. I received my AS degree in Child Development in 2020. I worked at a Licensed child care center for 4 years, and now I am wanting to expand my horizons and begin working with families in there homes as a Nanny. I have experience...
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Nicki C.


Patterson, CA

$17-20/hr9 yrs exp

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I have been working with seniors for almost 10 years. I have worked with seniors with Dementia and mobility issues.
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Lani R.


Patterson, CA

$20-25/hr5 yrs exp

Hello, I'm Lani! With years of experience working with children, my journey began as a babysitter, eventually leading me to roles in after-school programs and 1:1 ABA services, where I provided dedicated support for four years. I spent a decade as a preschool teacher, honing my skills in early childhood education. During the...
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Ruth A.


Patterson, CA

$25-35/hr5 yrs exp

Hello my name is Ruth, I am currently a nursing student who wants to work in pediatrics as I love children but would not like any of my own as I would love to adopt. I believe that children deserve the absolute best care and hope to provide that. I have taken care of special needs children before and as well can tutor, and...
Ruth can also help with: Craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CNA

First Aid

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Gloria M.


Modesto, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Bilingual And Educated! Babysitter

5.0

(2)

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! Last year I was able to nanny for two families while living in NYC, so sad to have had to leave them but I moved back to my hometown (Modesto). I have experience from newborns to teens, special needs is normally what I work with so I am equipped for many different situations. I currently work at a Special Ed. school so I...
Gloria can also help with: Travel, meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Gloria came to our family as a part time sitter for my 7 and 4 year old children, 2 days per week. She quickly connected with both of my children, one of whom is on the spectrum. Her experience with children is top-notch. She was always patient and with a calm...

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Tina M.


Tracy, CA

$30/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Sitter For 10+ Years

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

My name is Tina, I live in Tracy. I have worked at a daycare as a preschool teacher for 16 years. I care for kids ages 3 months to 12 years and work with up to 8 kids alone and 14 with an assistant. I have experience working with some special needs; autism, and Down syndrome. I am CPR and first aid certified also have taken...
Tina can also help with: Light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Early Education

CPR

5.0
"Tina is one of the best care givers I have experience with. She has watched multiple kids in our family over the years. She is passionate about what she does and my kids love her! "

Shannon A.

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Joyce R.


Tracy, CA

$14-19/hr1 yrs exp

Special Needs C Aregiver/children ,young Adults Seniors Care

3.0

(2)

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have 9 years of experience. I can help with Transportation Services and Personal Care. Shopping, lite house keeping medication, cooking, Feeding, incontient care. Laundry whatever their Needs are I enjoy helping others.
Joyce can also help with: Dementia, light cleaning, errands, personal care, meal prep
Skills:

Home Health Aide

CNA

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Elizabeth T.


Tracy, CA

$20-30/hr10 yrs exp

Caring Professional Caregiver

Working with individuals with disabilities has always been a passion of mine. My previous job before Covid was working with adults with disabilities, teaching them day to day living skills and preparing them for independent living. I have also worked as a respite provider and in early childcare settings. I believe in not...
5.0
"I've known Elizabeth for over 20 years. She took excellent care of my first born. I hired her again to take care of my special need son. She's is a remarkable women that I would hire again and again to take care of my kids."

Yvette F.

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Gloria M.


Modesto, CA

$30/hr9 yrs exp

Senior Care

Hello! I have experience w/meal prep, medication admin., bathing/dressing, bathroom assistance, companion care, early onset dementia/Alzheimer's, diabetes, high blood pressure, hypoglycemia, Covid, and hospice. I'm very passionate about senior care because of my mother, I cared for her until she passed. I treat them as I would...
Gloria can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, dementia, light cleaning, live-in home care, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

5.0
"She was punctual, attentive to my mother. Included special activities to make the day interesting for my mother without the need of our request. She has a genuine care and concern for others. Always very pleasant, not bringing her personal life into the work...

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Marina A.


Modesto, CA

$18-20/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Young Adult Caregiver From Elderly To Special Needs.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I have been working with the developmentally disabled for over over 10 years now and our senior community for almost just as long. Right after high school, I worked in a group home with six severely handicapped men. That led me into caring for the elderly as well. I have experience with administering medications, cooking,...
5.0
"Marina puts all her heart into her job. She is one of the best people we have ever employed to care for our special needs son. She goes above and beyond, always with a smile on her face. She is not only prompt and reliable but she is trustworthy and truly caring....

Terri R.

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Elizabeth T.


Tracy, CA

$20-23/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

I have over 10 years of experience working in childcare settings. I have worked as a head teacher in the infant- pre-k classroom and can provide a daily curriculum and help younger children be fully prepared for kindergarten entry. I also enjoy working with Special needs children and adults. My previous job before Covid, I...
Elizabeth can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep, carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

4.0
"Elizabeth is a professional, thorough and kind caregiver. She's taken care of our children twice and we know they're in good hands under Liz's care. She even brought activities for the kids and was able to stay late when our event ran long without a fuss. Thank you...

Victoria K.

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Jimena A.


Tracy, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Nanny And Home Caretaker With 17+ Years Of Experience Looking For A Full Time Position.

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a professional Nanny, Family Support, and Home Caretaker with over 20 years of experience, including owning and managing my own daycare business. I have a strong academic foundation in Early Childhood Development and Special Needs, having studied at UC Davis Extension and Mission College. Additionally, I am certified in CPR...
Jimena can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

5.0
"Jimena is the best nanny we ever had (we had several when we lived on the east coast). She is very loving (she still sits for my girls and they love her!), organized, punctual (always early), Kept the house very tidy. She was always planning activities for the...

Kristin G.

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Gloria M.


Modesto, CA

$30-35/hr10 yrs exp

Music And Comedy Therapy Is My Specialty!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I began to work in the ABA world in 2010 and it has taught me patience and compassion beyond belief not just with this particular community but everyone I come across. I've worked with amazing humans that are autistic (verbal/non-verbal), emotionally disturbed, and/or have ADHD. I use music and comedy to get thru to them. I...
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Angelica B.


Modesto, CA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced Babysitter Available Anytime You Need One!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello everyone, My name is Angelica. I started babysitting when I was about 14. I love to be around children, help them learn new things, and ensure their safety while having fun. I have assisted in the daycare program at Education Center. For several years, I have babysat and nannied for many children ranging from newborns to...
Angelica can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning & more
Skills:

CPR

Early Education

First Aid

5.0
"Angelica was hired during a last minute search for childcare. She was very professional, always on time, respectful, and followed instructions left for her. She went above and beyond what was asked of her, including tidying up and washing baby bottles. She got...

Andrea V.

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Autumn C.


Manteca, CA

$22-25/hr3 yrs exp

Elder Care

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Greetings! My name is Autumn. Thank you for reading my bio. I have been taking care of elderly persons as well as those with special needs for approximately three years now. I am experienced in managing most household issues and personal care tasks. My duties in the past have included medication management, bathing, meal prep,...
Autumn can also help with: Meal prep, errands, light cleaning, respite care, hospice services, dementia & more
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Elisiva L.


Tracy, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Full Time Private Caregiver

I have 20 plus years of experience. My job duties includes: bathing, dispensing medications, transferring clients to and from wheelchair, bed, car, shower ect. Also grooming, dressing, assist in shower, assist with exercising, doctor's appointments, meals preparation, shopping, running all errands as needed. I've worked with...
5.0
"Very caring and professional - very sweet person. I did not hire her as when she responded to my ad, I needed a night person (position filled) and she was not available for daytime work. I wish she was!!"

Tula S.

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Holly T.


Ceres, CA

$25-30/hr8 yrs exp

A Fun Sitter With A Great Attitude!

Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I am a nurse with 8 years of child care under my belt. Including babysitting all ages and working with special needs children. I am a registered nurse and have experience working with kids that have trachs, G-Tubes, NG-tubes, hearing loss, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and more. I graduated with my first Bachelor's degree...
Holly can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CNA

5.0
"Holly took care of our twins for about 6 months, and was great! Always on time, never called in sick, never late, etc. and took great care of our kids! Our house was always cleaner when she left than when she arrived, and she did great at keeping track of...

Christina D.

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Araceli H.


Tracy, CA

$20/hr10 yrs exp

Mature Experienced Nanny (Preferably For Baby)

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Araceli (Sally) I'm a Nanny/ Tutor. My current charge knows her numbers, alphabets, shapes, Continents and most of the Presidents. I'm older with many years of experience in caring for children of all ages, including special needs (autism). I'm a widow with two grown daughters, my late husband was the owner/Publisher...
Araceli can also help with: Craft assistance, travel
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Araceli (Sally) is really sweet, dependable and experienced with children. She watched our toddler for us, brought books for him and sang to him at nap time. I highly recommend Sally, she's wonderful with children!"

Cheryl B.

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Belinda M.


Modesto, CA

$20-50/hr10 yrs exp

I have raised 4 children and 6 nieces and nephews. I also have worked for Storer Transportation with special needs children.
Belinda can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:

CNA

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Faith C.


Modesto, CA

$20/hr4 yrs exp

Hello Families ! I Am A Special Needs Para

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I work as a special needs paraprofessional for a school district along with being a daycare teacher ! I also do know some sign language as well ! My goal is to be a big help to your family whether it is doing dishes, laundry, preparing meals I am here for you. I'm a big animal lover as well and totally understand how it can be...
Faith can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Early Education

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Patterson, CA

Gloria M.

5.0

Gloria has been a reliable, fun, compassionate, and hard-working full-time nanny for my children. Everyday Gloria showed up on-time with enriching childcare ideas, with a loving and positive attitude to my kids - 7 & 3 years old. She is vigilant about keeping a clean and safe environment for the...

- Catherine B.

Tina M.

5.0

Tina is one of the best care givers I have experience with. She has watched multiple kids in our family over the years. She is passionate about what she does and my kids love her!

- Shannon A.

Elizabeth T.

5.0

I've known Elizabeth for over 20 years. She took excellent care of my first born. I hired her again to take care of my special need son. She's is a remarkable women that I would hire again and again to take care of my kids.

- Yvette F.

Gloria M.

5.0

She was punctual, attentive to my mother. Included special activities to make the day interesting for my mother without the need of our request. She has a genuine care and concern for others. Always very pleasant, not bringing her personal life into the work place.

- Care member

Marina A.

5.0

Marina puts all her heart into her job. She is one of the best people we have ever employed to care for our special needs son. She goes above and beyond, always with a smile on her face. She is not only prompt and reliable but she is trustworthy and truly caring. We would highly recommend her.

- Terri R.

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