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Special needs caregivers in Penn Valley, CA

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Tasha M.


Penn Valley, CA

$25-30/hr

Part Time Care-giver

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In the past I worked for the Goleta Union School District as an Instruction Assistant with students with moderate to severe special needs for over a year.
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Corie C.


Auburn, CA

$25/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider Available

5.0

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I have a loving and empathetic spirit with a passion for the well-being of people of all ages and their pets. Among the adults and children I have cared for, I acquired specialized skills for the following disabilities: *Quadropallegics, *trained behavioral aid for an Autistic child (Two year live in nanny) *Seniors with...
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Tammy K.


Auburn, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

I have raised/worked with special needs children for over 15 years. I enjoy working with children and watching/helping them explore and learn new things. I am kind, compassionate, honest, and have a sense of humor. I also enjoy teaching young ones to be responsible, respectful, and fun to be around.
Tammy can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Tammy was a great help for our son. She would pick him up from school and go to the park or take him home until we got off work. We are going to miss working with her!"

Mary R.

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Tammy K.


Auburn, CA

$27/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I am an energetic, reliable, honest adult who has provided care to special needs children through adulthood for over 25 years. I have experience providing ADL (Activities of Daily Living), preparing diabetic meals, senior care, and end of life for over 7 years. Familiar with early Dementia, Parkinson, and MS. My CPR and First...
Tammy can also help with: Companionship, meal prep, mobility assistance, personal care, hospice services, light cleaning & more
5.0
"Tammy is very reliable and was a great help for our son for approximately 5 months. He loved her and they had a lot of fun adventures together!"

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Isabella E.


Auburn, CA

$20-50/hr3 yrs exp

I like caring for people with special needs because it allows me to make an impact and a difference in there lives to provide support and help them achieve goals. I am very patient and want to built a relationship on understanding. I love making a difference and enjoy experiencing the joy of witnessing their progress and...
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Hallie M.


Auburn, CA

$17-18/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Care Provider

My name is Hallie and I have over 6 years of experience working with children of all ages in both a professional and home environment. To tell you a bit about myself, I grew up as the eldest in my family was always the sitter for the family. I have worked as a behavioral therapist for children with special needs as well as an in...
Hallie can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Jade L.


Auburn, CA

$17-21/hr5 yrs exp

Your New Caregiver!

Hello! My name is Jade, I am a 22-year-old first time mom to a 4-month-old boy. I am looking for work to get me up on my feet and able to provide for my new addition. I have a special needs great uncle who I have watched since I was 18 so I am definitely qualified. And have also been a nanny for a few years as well. I have a...
Jade can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, transportation, errands
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Sandra B.


Colfax, CA

$18-20/hr5 yrs exp

I'm a childcare provider with over 5 years of experience caring for children of all ages. My passion lies in fostering children's growth and development. I have a calm and creative personality, and I'm very comfortable enforcing household rules. I believe in open and honest communication with parents, and I will always follow...
Sandra can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Stephanie R.


Auburn, CA

$32/hr10 yrs exp

Loving Mother As Well As Teaching Assistant (para Professional)

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have over 20 years of experience caring for infants, toddlers and school age children. When I was in college I taught preschool classes as well as being a nanny. I cared for a newborn baby before I had any children of my own and enjoyed it. Currently I am working at a local school district as a paraprofessional (assistant...
Stephanie can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, travel, craft assistance
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Linda D.


Auburn, CA

$10-15/hr10 yrs exp

Special Needs Care Provider

My family was blessed to have two special need members. They taught us to enjoy the little things in life and to love unconditionally. I treasure the memories that we created together. I am a natural born caretaker. My family and friends all say that my happiest moments are when I am making a difference in others lives. I was...
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Myles G.


Auburn, CA

$18/hr3 yrs exp

I'm a nurturing and experienced childcare provider with a passion for fostering children's growth and development. My previous babysitting roles have given me the opportunity to support families and provide reliable childcare. As a patient and calm individual, I believe in open and honest communication with parents. I ensure...
Myles can also help with: Meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Sarah M.


Auburn, CA

$20-25/hr10 yrs exp

Hello! I have 10 years experience in the health care field, many of those years I worked with people of all ages and varying levels of developmental disabilities. I have worked in an independent care facility, group homes and day programs. My most recent position was a nanny for a 6-year-old with high functioning autism. I am...
I was gonna go with the AI bio, but I decided that it wasn't enough. I am a college student through college, but I'm taking online classes currently and I'm looking for a job in childcare because I want to be an art teacher. I have about a year of paid babysitting through my life, but let's be honest family doesn't usually pay...
Chyemarah can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, travel & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Napuanani S.


Auburn, CA

$25-30/hr10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

My name is Nani, and I have worked in Special Education as a paraprofessional for over 15 years. I have worked with individuals with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fragile X and Autism Spectrum. Although most of my experience has been in the school setting, I also support Special Needs individuals in their homes. Both types of...
Hello! My name is Kassandra, and have a passion in providing compassionate and personalized care for individuals with special needs. With 8 years of experience, I am dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where each person can thrive. I am committed to understanding and meeting the unique needs of every...

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have 8 years of experience babysitting kids from ages 0m-8 years old. I can help with light housework and errands. I am really good with kids. I have watched kids of all ages. I also have experience with special needs kids. I'm very interactive with kids too. I love reading to them and listening to music with them and watching...
Jersey can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
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Coressa S.


Auburn, CA

$25-41/hr10 yrs exp

Kind, Caring, Responsible FUN Nanny

Hi moms and dads, my name is Cori. I am a 47-year-old mature and experienced nanny who loves working with children and supporting their families. I have more than 15 years of experience as a nanny, as well as being a mom!! I also have worked here in the schools. I have been looking after children from babies who are a few weeks...
Coressa can also help with: Meal prep, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

Hello, I'm Izzy! I'm 21 years old, and I'm here to help! I have a little over five years of experience caring for children and pets of any age, and I've spent two years volunteering with special needs classrooms. I am the oldest of five children, and my husband is in the Air Force, meaning access to military bases. I like to...
Izzy can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance, swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:

Special Needs Care

First Aid

CPR

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello! My name is Lilly, I absolutely love being a nanny. I have experience with kiddos of all ages! I took childhood development in college and was a lead teacher at a montessori which I absolutely loved. Primary achoo aged children so from ages 3-6. I have always had a passion for working with kids. It's something that comes...
Lillian can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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