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Hello! My name is Kat, and I'm an experienced childcare provider of 8 years. I am CPR and First Aid certified, as I was a lifeguard for 3 years. During my undergraduate studies in Cognitive Science at UCLA, I worked as a research assistant where I gained valuable insights that complement my passion for child development....
5.0
(3)
Hello, my name is Alison and I am a caregiver, personal assistant, and companion in one. I am 36 and have amassed numerous skills relating to taking care of people's wants and needs.
I have the awareness and discernment for the appropriate response to your situation at hand.
I assist in adhering to the recommendations of your...
Alison can also help with: Mobility assistance, meal prep, home modification, errands, light cleaning, companionship & more
Skills:
CPR
Wound Care
5.0
"Alison helped me pack, unpack, and organize from a move. She was very efficient, careful, and made the transition go so well. She listened to what I wanted but also made some great suggestions for setting up our things. My husband was in the hospital, and I have...
Karin M.
5.0
(1)
I am an experienced caregiver who is also a Behavioral Health Tech. I specialize in helping people cope while living with several mental or personality disorders.
5.0
(2)
Hello! My name is Josie , and I am from San Diego, California. I have 6 years of experience with babysitting kids ranged from 5 months-13 years, and kids with special needs as well! I am passionate about being an involved sitter, and really enjoy getting to know the kids and help them learn new skills.
Josie can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the...
Care member
5.0
(5)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Doha! I am a reliable, patient, and creative nanny. I have nine years of experience caring for children of all ages. I have five years experience as a lifeguard and swim instructor. I coached gymnastics to elementary aged children. I volunteered with the local Special Olympics and have extensive experience with...
Doha can also help with: Grocery shopping, craft assistance, meal prep, carpooling, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Doha is reliable, compassionate, and creative. She has been our full-time nanny since August 2020. Our 2 kids (5) and (6) love being with her and learn so much from her. She is thoughtful about planning cool art projects and activities. She is also very...
Pamela C.
Jill R.
Mountain View, CA
$30-40/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am passionate about what I do because through my extensive training with a physical therapist, occupational therapist and speech therapist that I can greatly enhance the facilitation of development of the child and help with the family.
5.0
"Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful...
Bart S.
Melissa P.
Mountain View, CA
$36-42/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(7)
Hired by 10 families in your neighborhood
I am a hard working and energetic 32-year-old with tons of experience caring for children. Including children with special needs. I have worked in a pediatric hospital and nannied for families while I was in my child development classes for college. I have worked with 4 families in the last 3 yrs with a mix of ages 3 months to...
Melissa can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, travel
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Trustline Certified
5.0
"Melissa was great! She was very active with my 8 year old son. They played basketball, cooked together in the kitchen to make dinner, watched a movie etc, and when we got home she was upstairs reading him a book before bed. Would definitely recommend!"
Care member
5.0
(6)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have been working as a family assistant for over 17 years also working as a night nurse with newborn. With my experience I have learned how fun working with all kind smart, curious, funny, challenging and special need kids. They have their own personality. I believe kids need patience fun, love and discipline. I believe a...
Lilian can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, carpooling, travel, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"I cannot imagine a more loving and wonderful nanny than Lilian. She is completely competent, creative, smart, loving, joyful, fun and earned our complete trust. We were fortunate to have her for several years and she became a beloved member of our family. We...
Bonnie H.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello, I have many years experience working with persons with disabilities. Ages range from the NICU to adulthood. I have worked in group homes, independent living centers as staff and in management. Familiar with all aspects of Title 7. Worked with SARC, San Joaquin Regional Center. Experience in implementing IEP, IHP etc. CPR,...
5.0
"Barbara is amazing and exactly the person you would want to look over your fur babies. She took care of my geriatric cats while I was out of town for a prolonged period. She loved them so well and comforted one of them that the cat stopped soiling in the house out...
Lee B.
5.0
(1)
Hi! 7-year experienced nanny, caring for all kinds of kids, including special needs. Currently, I care for a wonderful 4-year-old special needs child but am seeking a new opportunity for growth and better self-development.
I believe in positive education and patience as key pillars for raising a child. I studied physical...
Wemerson can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, travel, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Wemerson helped us out for spring break. The lads loved him and played games with him. They all also went out to museums, etc. and had a great time."
Care member
Evangeline M.
Sunnyvale, CA
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Providing A Safe And Nurturing Environment For Children
5.0
(2)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a kind, patient and a nurturing person, organized and energetic too. I have raised three sons. I have a passion for providing care for children because when we have a positive impact in the child's life it is most rewarding. I have worked with preschool children for 10 years and as well as with 5 and 6-year-old at a before...
Evangeline can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Early Education
Raquel G.
Palo Alto, CA
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello families!
I am a nanny in the San Carlos area looking for a kid to add to my Nanny share! I currently have a one and a half year-old boy and he's absolutely amazing! We go on daily adventures to museums, libraries, story times, and our favorite park hopping! If you are looking for childcare and not sure what avenue you...
5.0
"I hired Raquel initially to accompany my 5 year old son who is autistic to summer camp. I was afraid it was going to be a rough transition for him to go from his regular classroom to a new setting. But Raquel really did such an amazing job at helping him transition...
Alexandra V.
Janely V.
Redwood City, CA
$33-45/hr
Hello! I have worked with kids 5+ years and gained first hand experience with my own 3yr old who's special needs.
Janely can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Vanessa C.
Mountain View, CA
$22-35/hr • 6 yrs exp
I am very dependable and compassionate. I've always loved being around kids. . I am experienced working with special need kiddos. I can provide references if needed! Currently working for Palo Alto school district.
Vanessa can also help with: Carpooling, grocery shopping, light cleaning
Skills:
Special Needs Care
Greetings! I have been servicing children in a professional setting for over 10 years: my experience started in a preschool setting while in college. Since then, I have taught middle and high school, full-time, for almost seven years. I also have experience working with children who have special needs, I am first-aid and CPR...
Allison can also help with: Craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling
Skills:
Special Needs Care
First Aid
CPR
I have been working with special needs children and adults for 2 years. I am very experienced with challenging behavior and being able to redirect. I am also first aid/ CPR certified. I have my license and my own car!
Grace can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
I have a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology with a minor in Psychology. I also studied speech-language pathology for several semesters in graduate school. My coursework included classes on typical development, as well as developmental syndromes courses, autism, pediatric feeding and swallowing, children's health and...
Emeline K.
Palo Alto, CA
$41-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hi my name is Emeline I being a caregiver for more than 20 plus years. I help all kind of special needs for illness. I'm very trust worthy and kind person my passion to help others. I love what I do. I also love to connect with my clients and the family. I have 2 kids a 13 yeas old daughter and a 2. 5-year-old son. My husband is...
Yaya R.
Redwood City, CA
$35-40/hr • 10 yrs exp
I am a caregiver for more than 20years for elderly patients and children
I also have experience work with autism spectrum disorder patients food intolerance and other special
Needs
I speak fluent English , Portuguese and Spanish
.
I would Love to help to help your love one providing great companionship to special needs,...
Yaya can also help with: Meal prep, transportation, light cleaning, errands
Allison N.
Menlo Park, CA
$20-30/hr • 2 yrs exp
Special Needs Caregiver with experience caring for individuals with Down Syndrome, Ventilators, Wheel Chairs, Seizures, etc.
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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Portola Valley, CA
Alison V.
5.0
Alison is reliable, caring, and understands her clients. She brings many skills to the job, including suggestions to make her clients‘ life easier and better. She is always on time, always has a plan, and respects her clients and has a special understanding of their needs. She is an absolute gem and...
- Care member
Josie A.
5.0
Josie cared for our two girls several times when we had social and work obligations, including an entire week in which she arrived early in the morning, got the kids ready for school, and dropped them off when I had to be at work early. She was great with the girls, always arrived on time or early,...
- Care member
Doha R.
5.0
Doha helped us for a week take care of our 9 month old son, who was dealing with a pretty tough cold at the time. Doha was very caring and put in the extra effort to make him feel comfortable when he was clearly not feeling very well. Thank you Doha!
- John D.
Jill R.
5.0
Jill was awesome! She was always there when she said she would be, was really friendly and just a pleasure to work with. She helped me 7 days a week getting ready in the mornings and made it an awesome experience. She learns things really quickly, is very careful and pays attention to detail. She...
- Bart S.
Melissa P.
5.0
Melissa was great. She came through for our family when we were in a bind. Our need for child care was unique and at an awkward time (before school one morning) and Melissa showed up early and ready to go. She was great with my five year old son. I appreciated her last minute flexibility, good...
- Darren F.
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