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Special needs caregivers in Rio Linda, CA

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Suzanne H.


Sacramento, CA

$20-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

3.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am an experience childcare provider with 18 years of experience working with children. I worked as a lead preschool teacher for children ages 2-4 for six years until pursuing a career with special needs individuals (as a behavioral therapist). I currently work as a dance teacher (with children ages 2-12) teaching ballet,...
Suzanne can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

CPR

First Aid

3.0
"Met on a Friday via video chat. Planned to meet in person Sunday at 4:00. She no showed and did not email to let me know she decided to cancel."

Kay A.

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Ishmeet K.


Sacramento, CA

$20-30/hr • 7 yrs exp

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: Personal care, hospice services, light cleaning, companionship, meal prep, 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...

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Tammy C.


Sacramento, CA

$30/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dependable And Caring Personal Care Assistant

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...

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Owyn E.


Sacramento, CA

$20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Creative, Patient, Fun!

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...
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Deborah G.


Antelope, CA

$30-40/hr • 10 yrs exp

Childcare/Date Night Babysitter

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: Travel, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep & more
5.0
"I hired Debbie to pick my kids up from school and drop them off at child care, my kids loved her!"

Jaymie L.

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Caitlin F.


Sacramento, CA

$17-25/hr • 3 yrs exp

Part-time Or One Time Caregiver And/or Sitter For Special Needs

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

I have 3 years experience doing ABA therapy with ages 2-17 diagnosed with ASD in both school and in-home environments. In-home tasks were usually very focused on daily living skills. I have an undergraduate degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Development and I have just begun a master's program in Occupational Therapy at...
5.0
"I hired Caitlin for my recently rescued, very skittish, afraid of everything, untrained, flight risk and not fully house-broken dog Jinx. Caitlin was wonderful. She was very gentle & understanding of Jinx's difficulties. She stayed at my house, was extremely...

Leslie S.

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Natalie B.


Citrus Heights, CA

$18-25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

Hello, my name is Natalie. I am 25 years old and I have been working with kids for about 8 years now and have been nannying for over 5 years. I have also worked with special needs children for almost 4 years. I am an early childhood education major. I enjoy teaching children new activities, being outdoors, arts and crafts,...
Natalie can also help with: Meal prep, travel, swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling & more
Skills:

Early Education

CPR

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Natalie has volunteered with me in a children's daycare for almost 4 years now. She is great with all of the children and is truly able to connect with each one of them. Natalie is a joy to be around and always has a positive attitude when it comes to working. Not...

Lynne M.

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Jennifer D.


Citrus Heights, CA

$17-35/hr • 1 yrs exp

Part-Time Special Needs Caregiver Available

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.
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Daniel S.


Sacramento, CA

$30-50/hr • 3 yrs exp

I current work with special needs kids and enjoy spending my time with children. I graduated from UC Davis last year.
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Isileli M.


Carmichael, CA

$30-50/hr • 6 yrs exp

I can help care for special needs clients. I have three adult children and help take care of my 5-year-old granddaughter. I am patient and respectful of people and their needs.
Isileli can also help with: Swimming supervision, grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

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Alissa K.


Sacramento, CA

$17-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Alissa. I am a college student and already have 12 units of ECE under my belt. During my ROP internship, I gained 280 hours of experience working in an infant room with children from the ages of 3 to 18 months. Additionally, I volunteered as a youth cheer coach working with girls ranging from 4th grade to 7th...
Alissa can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, carpooling, meal prep, travel
Skills:

Early Education

First Aid

CPR

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Ashton W.


Sacramento, CA

$25-50/hr • 2 yrs exp

Ashton

I am an experienced caregiver who has worked with children of various ages both in home and in school environments. I have experience working with special needs as well as dietary restrictions, drop off and pick up, and overnights. I have a bachelors in psychology and am working towards my masters now. I love working with kids...
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Briana V.


Sacramento, CA

$25-35/hr • 4 yrs exp

Hi families! My name is Briana I love working with kids. I'm energetic, nurturing, loving and a very reliable person ! I have great experience as a care giver for children with special needs and I've also worked in daycares caring for children from the age of 3 months old - 4 years old ! I'm looking forward to meeting some new...
Briana can also help with: Swimming supervision, travel, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Gem W.


Sacramento, CA

$21-50/hr • 5 yrs exp

Hello! am 24 y/o with years of experience is childcare. I have worked for families with special needs children and am very adaptable to my environment. Currently taking a break from college to save up a but intend to go back and finish my teaching degree in the next few years. I love music, art, and outdoors so there will...
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Talisa K.


West Sacramento, CA

$16-25/hr • 4 yrs exp

Loving And Helpful

I have 4 years of experience. I can help with Travel and Cooking/Meal Preparation. I have worked with special needs children before I watch both at the same time or sometime one at a time. I worked with the family for 1 year and then they moved. I am the oldest of 4 younger siblings. I am very experienced and I love animals. I...
Talisa can also help with: Light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision, craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Danielle I.


Carmichael, CA

$20-25/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am a 50 year young women. I have all types of care experience from elderly care to child care and special needs care as well. I get along with most anyone and I am flexible , responsible and kind.
Danielle can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

First Aid

Special Needs Care

CPR

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Harpreet K.


Sacramento, CA

$17/hr

Special Needs Caregiver Immediately Available.

I currently do not have experience with special needs recipients but as a Communicative Disorders major, I am familiar with how to accommodate recipients with special needs/care. This is something that interests me and I would like to start my experience immediately.
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Niesha H.


Sacramento, CA

$17-22/hr • 10 yrs exp

Insructional Aid

My recent position was a 1:1 instructional aide for children on the autism spectrum. I enjoyed this duty for four years. I absolutely loved my job. My position was very rewarding! Absolutely lived to see all the steps of progress, and light in their eyes!
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Trinity V.


Citrus Heights, CA

$17-22/hr • 3 yrs exp

Dedicated Special Needs Aide

With 3 1/2 years of experience as an ABA Behavioral Tech and Para Educator, I am committed to providing individualized support and fostering growth in each student. Passionate about creating inclusive and positive learning environments for all.
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Jirapa B.


Roseville, CA

$20/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience Childcare Provider With Flexible Time Schedule

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm loving, caring, reliable, mature, calm, and positive thinking. Who has approximately 7 years of experience caring for infants to teenagers. I graduated from the Education field in 2019 and became a teacher trainee for 1 year. I'm currently a student who is learning English as a second language. Infant experience, I...
Jirapa can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

Special Needs Care

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Recent special needs caregiver reviews in Rio Linda, CA

Suzanne H.

3.0

Met on a Friday via video chat. Planned to meet in person Sunday at 4:00. She no showed and did not email to let me know she decided to cancel.

- Kay A.

Ishmeet K.

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 grandmother’s needs, ensuring her comfort,...

- Care member

Tammy C.

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 know she couldn't do it alone. We...

- Care member

Deborah G.

5.0

I hired Debbie to pick my kids up from school and drop them off at child care, my kids loved her!

- Jaymie L.

Caitlin F.

5.0

I hired Caitlin for my recently rescued, very skittish, afraid of everything, untrained, flight risk and not fully house-broken dog Jinx. Caitlin was wonderful. She was very gentle & understanding of Jinx's difficulties. She stayed at my house, was extremely patient with Jinx to gain her trust....

- Leslie S.

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